Today the European Commission (EC) dropped its long-awaited Digital Omnibus, a package of reforms set to redefine the EU’s #data and #privacy landscape. Here are my initial thoughts on @newdigitalage.bsky.social 👇 #technology #AI #publicpolicy #digitaladvertising newdigitalage.co/strategy/nic...

Inventor of the WWW, Sir Tim Berners Lee, argues that #AI is an opportunity to build a pro-human web providing 'data sovereignty', moving beyond the profit-driven 'attention economy'. Do you agree? 🤔 My latest article 👇 exploring his vision. www.linkedin.com/pulse/do-you...

Inventor of the WWW, Sir Tim Berners Lee, argues that #AI is an opportunity to build a pro-human web providing 'data sovereignty', moving beyond the profit-driven 'attention economy'. Do you agree? 🤔 My latest column 👇 in @newdigitalage.bsky.social newdigitalage.co/ai/or-do-you...

Do you agree with Nick on 'How to Save the Internet'? 🤔 My latest article 👇 exploring Nick Clegg's proposals for a future #digital world as outlined in his latest book. Achievable? #technology #ai #publicpolicy #regulation #trust #safety #digitaladvertising www.linkedin.com/pulse/do-you...

“If the masters of Silicon Valley refuse to open up, the choice will be taken out of their hands" - Nick Clegg, Ex-President Global Affairs, Meta. Do you agree with his proposals to 'Save the Internet'? My latest column in @newdigitalage.bsky.social newdigitalage.co/technology/d...

What does the #AI 'arms race' 🚀 mean for #policymaking & #regulation? 🤔 Read my latest views 👇 on the competition & why we might want to explore #selfregulation to mitigate the risks. #technology #publicpolicy #digitaladvertising #privacy #brandsafety www.linkedin.com/pulse/ai-arm...

What does the #AI 'arms race' mean for #policymaking & #regulation? 🤔 My latest column in @newdigitalage.bsky.social 👇 on the 'good, the bad and the impossible?' newdigitalage.co/technology/t... #technology #publicpolicy #digitaladvertising #privacy #brandsafety

"People don’t reward brands for just checking regulatory boxes: they reward transparency, respect, & authenticity" > My latest article 👇 on how brand advertisers - not more #legislation - can help deliver a trusted internet 💪 🚀 #digitaladvertising #privacy www.linkedin.com/pulse/its-co...

"It's not the 'cookie conundrum', not the privacy one: it's the trust factor" - how #advertising can build meaningful #trust online > My latest column 👇 for @newdigitalage.bsky.social #technology #publicpolicy #onlineadvertising #privacy newdigitalage.co/technology/n...

US tariffs could slow global economic growth 📉 Meanwhile, rapid advancement of #AI is transforming society 🌍 but without strong safeguards we may risk unintended consequences. My latest article👇 continues to explore the intersection of #technology & #publicpolicy www.linkedin.com/pulse/ghost-...

The proliferation of #AI models is more than just innovation: it demands responsibility 🫵. My latest @newdigitalage.bsky.social column 👇 on the need for risk assessments & good governance. #technology #publicpolicy #dataprotection #onlinesafety #brandsafety newdigitalage.co/ai/the-ghost...

Subscription service coming to a Facebook near you… Facebook to stop targeting ads at UK woman after legal fight www.bbc.com/news/article...

EU sends Apple first DMA interoperability instructions for apps and connected devices

A #DigitalMercantilist or an #OnlineSmuggler? 🫵 The political & regulatory environment is evolving rapidly. Could a push for economic growth be at the cost of online trust & safety? What’s your view? 🤔 Read my latest article👇 www.linkedin.com/pulse/you-di...

Changes in the international order = changes in #regulatory & #publicpolicy landscape. Will economic growth be at the expense of online #trust & #safety? My latest article in @newdigitalage.bsky.social 👇 #technology #privacy #OnlineSafety #ai #brandsafety newdigitalage.co/strategy/nic...

Will 2025 bring about a crackdown in #tech #regulation? Will diverging international approaches distract policy makers & regulators from trust & safety priorities? My latest article 👇 on what's in store this year. www.linkedin.com/pulse/you-re...

If anyone has some spare change for a good cause… www.justgiving.com/page/florenc...

@nickstringer.bsky.social : Are you ready for the global regulatory crackdown in 2025? newdigitalage.co/strategy/nic...

Happy #DataProtectionDay! Last week the UK @infocommission.bsky.social published its 2025 ‘online tracking strategy' with a seven-point action plan 👇 ico.org.uk/about-the-ic... #digitaladvertising #dataprotection #privacy

"Safeguarding children from harmful / illegal content does not inherently equate to censorship...prioritising brand safety & suitability for audiences does not necessarily infringe on freedom of expression." My latest column for @newdigitalage.bsky.social (👇 see comments) #tech #publicpolicy

Online services must introduce age checks to protect children from encountering porn. Our new guidance sets out how we expect sites and apps to introduce highly effective age assurance, while protecting adults' privacy rights. Find out more: www.ofcom.org.uk/online-safet...

Molly Russell's dad warns UK 'going backwards' on online safety and urges PM to act

HNY! What is your view on this 👇 article? Without a #global approach, will companies put 'profit over people'? Is the UK approach to #onlinesafety a workable template? www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/dec/26/the-guardian-view-on-digital-media-the-case-for-better-regulation-must-be-made

In 2024 I have written some articles (most featuring in @newdigitalage.bsky.social) exploring our pressing issues & concerns with #technology & exploring some #publicpolicy solutions.👇 Merry Christmas 🎄🎅 🎁 🦃 (if you celebrate), Happy Holidays 🛷 🔕 💤 🚴 & here's to an enjoyable 2025! ❤️ lnkd.in/e-7R9vRD

🚨 A major milestone in online safety. Sites and apps must now start taking action to protect people from illegal harm online. Key measures include: 🔒 Senior accountability for safety 🛠️ Improved content moderation and reporting systems 🛡️ Protecting children from abuse

Where is the Tech Leadership? 👀 My latest #bytewiseinsights article 👇 on the need to balance growth & innovation in Gen #AI with global governance & regulation. linkedin.com/pulse/where-... #publicpolicy #governance #regulation

2025 will be the ‘year of implementation’ so this podcast on UK #onlinesafetyact is a great listen on a wet & windy weekend (if in UK). open.spotify.com/episode/5IF2...

@ofcom.bsky.social has announced the appointment of its new Group Director for #OnlineSafety ⬇️ www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/...

You know it is the festive season when… @justinpearse.bsky.social

Need a starter pack? Love this directory for you to find what you like / need. blueskydirectory.com/starter-pack...

Where is the Tech Leadership? 👀 My latest column in @newdigitalage.bsky.social 👇 on the lack of a consistent global approach in balancing the promotion of #AI & addressing its societal challenges. newdigitalage.co/strategy/nic... #technology #publicpolicy #regulation #leadership

Our new research reveals: 🔹 4 in 10 UK adults encounter misinformation, mainly online 🔹 45% feel they can confidently judge whether sources of information are truthful. 🔹 30% feel confident judging if content is AI-generated. Find out more: www.ofcom.org.uk/media-use-an...

Why spoil positive PR in the run to an election??

Isn't this what the Online Safety Act is for? A ban is the easy answer but not necessarily the right one: www.linkedin.com/pulse/bannin...

I've created this starter pack for (potentially) interesting accounts to following in marketing, commerce and measurement. I've started small but will add to it over the coming weeks. Also as more people come over to BlueSky. go.bsky.app/KGUe8Lj

The Australian Govt has today (21 Nov) announced legislation to ban social media to < 16s. Is this the right approach or is a more nuanced approach to regulation needed? www.linkedin.com/pulse/bannin...

Loving the BlueSky (although it's getting dark in the UK now...)!