digital governance

Oman ranks first in West Asia, ninth globally in open data – Times of Oman

Oman has proudly reached an impressive milestone, securing the top spot in West Asia and an outstanding ninth place worldwide ...

Building Digital Public Infrastructure: Lessons Learned from Kazakhstan – Center for Strategic & International Studies

Unlocking Success: Key Insights from Kazakhstan’s Digital Public Infrastructure Journey

by Miles Cooper

May 16, 2025

Kazakhstan is making remarkable progress in developing its digital public infrastructure, providing us with key lessons in effective governance. By ...

Bahrain: Freedom on the Net 2024 Country Report – Freedom House

Bahrain Unveiled: Insights from the 2024 Freedom on the Net Report

by Miles Cooper

May 19, 2025

Bahrain's Digital Rights Landscape: Insights from the 2024 Report Bahrain's Digital Rights Landscape: Insights from the 2024 Report As technology ...

South Korea has acted decisively on DeepSeek. Other countries must stop hesitating – The Strategist

South Korea Takes Bold Action on DeepSeek: It’s Time for Other Nations to Follow Suit!

by Miles Cooper

May 20, 2025

South Korea's rapid response to DeepSeek is setting a powerful example for the world in how to tackle emerging technologies. ...

Turkmen authorities scrambling to control scheme that gives citizens open access to the Internet – Eurasianet

Turkmenistan’s Internet Dilemma: Authorities Race to Regain Control Over Citizens’ Online Freedom

by Miles Cooper

May 20, 2025

In a bold twist, Turkmen authorities are ramping up their efforts to stifle a groundbreaking initiative that promises citizens unfettered ...

Asian democracies in doubt about DeepSeek – East Asia Forum

by Miles Cooper

May 22, 2025

As concerns grow over DeepSeek's influence, Asian democracies are questioning the platform's role in shaping political discourse. Analysts warn of ...