Innovation & Tech
AI at the Core of Digital Transition, Says Digital Policy Deputy Minister
Damianou outlines major 2026 upgrades, from national AI strategy and supercomputing to new digital services, smart‑city tools and expanded cybersecurity.
DIGITAL
SOCIAL LENS
Sánchez Government Moves to End Impunity on Social Media, Sparking Musk’s Backlash
Spain’s prime minister announces five regulatory measures targeting algorithm manipulation, hate speech and platform accountability, including criminal liability for executives and a ban on under-16s, prompting a sharp response from Elon Musk.
SOCIAL LENS
Over 9,000 People Trained in Digital Skills Through KEPA Programmes
Productivity Centre reports extensive participation in EU-funded digital training initiatives between 2022 and 2025, with strong uptake among older age groups and certification-focused courses
POLITICS
Fact Check: Fidias ‘Direct Democracy’ Experiment, Not so Original
CIREN argues that the MEP's innovation could be a reboot and explores the history of online direct democracy
SOCIAL LENS
Regulators of a Vast Universe: Are We Ready for the Digital Era?
In a digital universe rife with illegal content, AI-driven risks, and child-safety threats, the EU calls for tougher oversight. But Cyprus’ small regulator now oversees major global platforms, including porn sites, raising urgent questions about resources, enforcement capacity, and Europe-wide digital safety.
