Digital Safety & Data Protection: Canada’s Carney government is moving toward a single Digital Safety and Data Protection Commission to tackle online harms and privacy, including child safety and tougher oversight of big tech. Internet Access Targets: Malaysia’s JENDELA plan aims for 100% internet access in populated areas by next year, with MCMC pushing 4G and strengthening 5G via infrastructure sharing. Regulation & Consumer Billing: Kenya’s proposed metered internet billing would force ISPs to bill by actual data use instead of fixed packages, raising new questions on pricing and consumer protection. Network Expansion in Africa: Tanzania’s YAS says it has invested Sh1 trillion, adding 4,800+ towers to accelerate high-speed connectivity. Subsea Cable Disruption: Pakistan’s internet was hit after the SMW5 submarine cable fault, with restoration reported after repairs. Enforcement & Retail Compliance: Sri Lanka’s TRC reactivated a special investigation unit to target unlicensed phone sellers, offering a one-month grace period. AI Identity Risks: Meta-linked enforcement and AI impersonation concerns surfaced after creators reported catfishing using AI-generated profiles. Telecom Courts: India’s Delhi High Court ruled BSNL/MTNL absorbed DoT employees aren’t entitled to 7th CPC pension revisions.