New documents show how ‘civil society’ contributed to draft AI and privacy legislation

Why It Matters

AI use is becoming increasingly ubiquitous, and regulation lags behind. A new Access to Information request shows how Canada’s Artificial Intelligence and Data Act was drafted - a piece of regulation which has now stalled because of prorogation.

When mosquitoes fly, AI listens: Ghana’s plan to prevent pandemics

Why It Matters

An AI-led approach could reshape health strategies by offering a scalable, data-driven way to combat vector-borne diseases like malaria, yellow fever, and dengue—saving lives in regions most affected by these illnesses.