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🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Deepfakes: Who Draws the Sharpest Sword

Germany's Justice Minister is advocating for new legislation to address digital violence, particularly concerning deepfakes.

Mar 21 • 09:38 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: Hubig Aims to Combat AI Nude Photos – Legislative Proposal Almost Finished

German Minister of Justice Stefanie Hubig plans to introduce a new law that would make the creation and distribution of AI-generated nude images and pornography, known as deepfakes, illegal.

Mar 21 • 07:32 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Justice Minister Hubig: Hubig wants to take legal action against AI porn

Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig plans to introduce stricter laws against AI-generated pornography and abuse, responding to a growing concern over digital violence.

Mar 20 • 20:02 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Digital Work Card: Which Sectors It Is Expanding To

The Greek Minister of Labor announced the expansion of the digital work card to new sectors, increasing protections for workers.

Mar 20 • 10:46 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

We will abolish the digital agency and save money, claimed ANO MPs. Havlíček counters that nothing is planned.

Czech MPs from the ANO party argue for the abolition of the Digital Information Agency, but Deputy Minister Havlíček asserts that no such measures are being prepared.

Mar 19 • 12:23 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Papastergiou: "Decisions about banning access to social media for minors are a matter of days"

Greek Digital Governance Minister Dimitris Papastergiou announced upcoming regulations to restrict social media access for minors and outlined measures against the sale of alcohol and tobacco to underage individuals.

Mar 19 • 07:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

DECIDED ⟩ Social Minister Joller will sign a new emergency department procedure

Estonian Social Minister Joller elaborates on new regulations for emergency departments, emphasizing self-treatment options and digital consultations.

Mar 16 • 17:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Minister Wille Rydman Rejects Claims of Replacing Caregivers with Technology

Minister Wille Rydman defends a controversial bill regarding digital services for the elderly, stating it aims to reduce caregiver ratios through technology without actually replacing staff.

Mar 14 • 09:42 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Real-time payments recorded and cross-checks, so nothing escapes the tax authorities

Italy's Minister Giorgetti outlines a three-year plan for the digital transformation of tax information aimed at ensuring continuous monitoring of taxpayer activities.

Mar 13 • 14:05 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

The social responsibility of tech with new shadow minister Aaron Violi - podcast

Aaron Violi, the new shadow minister for the digital economy in Australia, discusses the challenges of AI disruption and the Coalition's policy focus on immigration and living costs in a recent podcast.

Mar 13 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Pakosta does not support imposing restrictions after the president's term ends

Estonian Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakosta proposes that the government not support a bill that would impose a two-year work restriction on the prime minister and president after their terms end.

Mar 11 • 20:18 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Live – Athens Alitheia Forum: Mitsotakis discusses with Digital Governance Professor Giannis Theocharis

At the Athens Alitheia Forum, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis engages in a discussion with Professor Giannis Theocharis about digital governance and the government's intentions regarding social media regulations for teenagers.

Mar 11 • 16:13 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Inauguration of the Recording Center and Augmented Reality Studio by Lina Mendoni

Culture Minister Lina Mendoni inaugurated a new Recording Center and Augmented Reality Studio in Thessaloniki, enhancing cultural production in Southeast Europe.

Mar 11 • 16:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Spain will launch a tool to monitor hate on social networks, says Prime Minister

Spain is introducing a new tool to monitor hate speech on social media as part of a broader regulatory strategy for digital platforms, according to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.

Mar 11 • 14:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

UK digital ID scheme to have limited use before next general election, minister says

The UK’s digital ID scheme will have limited functionality before the next general election, allowing uses like paying vehicle tax and verifying right-to-work checks.

Mar 10 • 19:36 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Koutsoumbas to the Minister of Culture: Digital copies of the photographs of the execution of the 200 of Kaisariani should be granted

Dimitris Koutsoumbas, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the KKE, is requesting the Minister of Culture to provide digital copies of photographs depicting the execution of 200 communists in Kaisariani during WWII.

Mar 9 • 17:16 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

From fire protection to digital tools: The plan for protecting monuments from climate change

The Greek Minister of Culture, Lina Mendoni, launched the National Strategy to protect cultural heritage from climate change effects, partnering with various institutions and funded by the Recovery and Resilience Fund.

Mar 9 • 13:35 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Exclusive] Ahead of the Decision on the ‘301 Investigation’... Minister of Industry and the Head of Trade Headquarters Make All-Out Efforts in the U.S.

South Korea's Minister of Industry and Trade, Kim Jeong-kwan, and the Head of the Trade Negotiation Headquarters, Yeo Han-gu, are in the U.S. negotiating to prevent the initiation of a 301 investigation regarding trade issues.

Mar 7 • 03:25 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The 200 of Kaisariani: Koutsoumpas' Letter to Mendoni for a Digital Copy of the 12 'Clicks'

Dimitris Koutsoumpas, the Secretary General of the KKE, requests a digital copy of 12 significant photographs documenting the execution of 200 individuals in Kaisariani from Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni.

Mar 6 • 17:10 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Gungubele to Launch African Digital Transformation Centre

Deputy Minister Mondli Gungubele is set to launch the African Digital Transformation Centre in South Africa, aiming to enhance digital skills and entrepreneurship in the region.

Mar 6 • 13:36 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

D. Koutsoubas: Letter to L. Mendoni for the provision of a digital copy of the photos of Kaisariani

The general secretary of the KKE, Dimitris Koutsoubas, has sent a letter to the Minister of Culture, Lina Mendoni, requesting a digital copy of photographs documenting the execution of 200 communists in Kaisariani.

Mar 6 • 11:08 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

A new feature in mObywatel that will make life easier for parents, especially fathers

Polish Deputy Minister for Digital Affairs announced a new feature in the mObywatel app that allows parents to report their child's birth, streamlining the formalities involved.

Mar 5 • 10:33 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

SZ Digital Summit: The Moon Can Wait

Bavarian Minister President Markus Söder emphasized the importance of digitalization in his state during his closing remarks at the Digital Summit organized by Süddeutsche Zeitung.

Mar 4 • 16:19 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Meeting of Kyriakos Mitsotakis with Hans Kluge at the Maximou Palace – Focus on the reform of public health

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with Hans Kluge, the Regional Director for Europe of the World Health Organization, to discuss Greece's cooperation with the WHO and reforms in public health.

Mar 3 • 16:55 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Digital Summit of SZ: "The AI Train has left the station, but it can still be caught"

At the Digital Summit organized by Süddeutsche Zeitung, German Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger addressed the rapid progress of AI technology and the need for ongoing adaptation.

Mar 3 • 12:41 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Electoral System: Bavaria's Interior Minister Herrmann Rejects E-Voting Proposal

Bavaria's Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann has rejected a proposal for electronic voting ahead of the local elections, citing constitutional concerns.

Mar 2 • 13:09 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG hails new digital visa platform FBC approval

Nigeria's Foreign Affairs Minister praises the approval of the Full Business Case for the ASFAAR.NG digital visa platform as a significant reform step in diplomatic and migration management.

Feb 28 • 11:00 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Senegal: parliament refers former minister to court over embezzlement claims

Senegal's parliament has voted to refer former minister Moussa Bocar Thiam to court for alleged embezzlement related to a digital technology park contract.

Feb 27 • 16:07 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Members of the Digital Agency's Council Linked to Epstein Documents, Minister Matsumoto Says 'No Comment'

Japan's Digital Minister Matsumoto refused to comment on the connections between members of the Digital Agency's council and documents related to Jeffrey Epstein released by the U.S. Department of Justice.

Feb 27 • 11:36 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

From Starlink to 'digital officers,' Fedorov on first month as Ukraine's new Defense Minister

Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov outlines ongoing reforms and strategic changes in the ministry's approach to warfare and digitalization during his first month in office.

Feb 27 • 09:53 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Spain, Sánchez denies rumors about his illness: 'Mud machine of the far right'

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez refuted claims about his health, describing them as malicious rumors propagated by far-right sources.

Feb 26 • 12:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Rajmarg Pravesh Portal Live: Why is it special for highways?

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari launched the Rajmarg Pravesh Portal, which centralizes approvals for highway-related projects online.

Feb 26 • 06:19 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

PM Modi's Trumpet Resounds on Instagram... Becomes the First World Leader with 100 Million Followers, Trump Falls Behind

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set a new global record by surpassing 100 million followers on Instagram, becoming the first world leader to achieve this milestone.

Feb 26 • 01:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Alcolumbre does not schedule special taxation for data centers; Haddad speaks of 'sovereignty' and that there is a solution if Congress wants

Brazil's Finance Minister Fernando Haddad emphasized the importance of a special taxation regime to attract data centers as a matter of 'digital sovereignty', as the Senate President has not yet scheduled a vote on the approved measure from the Chamber of Deputies.

Feb 25 • 22:56 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

PHOTO FROM THE PRESIDENT'S RECEPTION ⟩ See how much the main star of the film 'Friends of the Children' has grown

Justice and Digital Minister Liisa Pakosta arrived at the President's reception at the Estonia Concert Hall with her daughter Helena Maria Reisner, who starred in the beloved film 'Friends of the Children.'

Feb 24 • 17:23 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

LIISA PAKOSTA ⟩ Silence and Indifference Lead to Destruction

Justice and Digital Minister Liisa Pakosta emphasizes the dangers of indifference and silence towards the plight of Ukraine, invoking the warnings of Elie Wiesel.

Feb 24 • 14:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Is this really the end of mCitizen? The Deputy Minister of Digitalization explains

The Polish government's proposal to amend the digital identification law raises concerns over the future of the mCitizen app, indicating a need for a new identity portfolio system compliant with EU regulations.

Feb 23 • 08:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Public dispute escalates in Russia - Now a minister makes a strong claim: Russian army messages are leaking

Russia's Digital Minister Maksut Shadaev claims that foreign intelligence agencies are systematically accessing Telegram communications, which are being used against the Russian army.

Feb 22 • 15:32 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Kyriakos Mitsotakis: Measures to Combat Digital Addiction in Minors Coming Soon

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasizes the government's partnerships for hydrocarbon exploration while outlining forthcoming measures to address digital addiction among minors.

Feb 22 • 08:35 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Social Media Ban for Children under 15, Will India Follow Macron's Advice?

French President Emmanuel Macron has proposed a social media ban for children under 15 during his meeting with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging India to enhance digital safety for children.

Feb 20 • 02:40 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Artificial Intelligence: Is the AI Enlightenment Coming or the End of the World?

In India, discussions are focused on the future of artificial intelligence, featuring prominent figures including Germany's Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger.

Feb 19 • 14:40 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

According to the Minister of Education, Estonia is against Chat Control

Estonia's Minister of Education Kristina Kallas announced the country's opposition to the Chat Control proposal during a government press conference.

Feb 19 • 14:20 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Bartoš: Half of my skills come from games. When my parents banned me from playing, I threw up in anger.

Former Deputy Prime Minister Ivan Bartoš discussed the impact of video games on his skills and the importance of digital literacy in a recent podcast.

Feb 19 • 12:04 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Narendra Modi presents India as a global artificial intelligence hub

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's ambitions to be a leading center for artificial intelligence at a global summit in New Delhi.

Feb 19 • 09:12 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Podcast discusses digital partnership between Brazil and India and Modi's leadership against big techs

Brazilian President Lula visits India for a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Modi and to participate in an international summit on artificial intelligence.

Feb 19 • 08:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

K. Kyranakis: By the end of summer, critical security systems will be fully installed on the Athens - Thessaloniki line

Greece's Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Transport, Konstantinos Kyranakis, announced the launch of a new digital application for real-time tracking of trains, which will be available next week.

Feb 18 • 19:18 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Kyra-nakis: "With railway.gov.gr, the railway acquires a strong safety valve"

Greece's Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Transport announced the launch of a new digital application that allows citizens to track train locations in real-time.

Feb 18 • 18:09 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Telegram will not be blocked for Russian soldiers fighting in Ukraine – Russian minister of digital development

Russian Minister of Digital Development Maksut Shadayev stated that Telegram will remain operational for Russian soldiers in Ukraine, allowing them to coordinate military actions.

Feb 18 • 13:51 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The new minister's thesis: He examined the experience of three people from an online mass

The new minister's thesis investigates how three individuals experience online mass services.

Feb 18 • 07:21 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Kerameos: New entrepreneurship program for 2,100 young people aged 18-29

Greece's Minister of Labor announced a new entrepreneurship program aimed at helping over 2,100 young individuals aged 18 to 29 start their own businesses.

Feb 17 • 13:01 UTC

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