Governance

• Netskope Threat Labs’ 2026 Europe Report reveals that AI is increasingly difficult for security teams to govern as it evolves beyond standalone tools. • The research highlights a growing pressure on European data governance frameworks as AI integration becomes more complex across various platforms. • This trend matters because the shift toward embedded AI increases the risk of data leaks and complicates the ability of organizations to maintain regulatory compliance.

Oil company’s chair to leave immediately as Ian Tyler is named as interim successorBusiness live – latest updatesBP has removed its chair, Albert Manifold, with the oil company’s board saying it had “serious concerns about “important governance standards, oversight and conduct”.The FTSE 100 oil company announced Manifold’s departure with immediate effect on Tuesday, without giving further details of his actions. He lasted only eight months in the role. Continue reading...

• The Philippines is facing a series of "seismic" challenges, including the International Criminal Court's recent legal developments regarding former President Rodrigo Duterte. • Economic stability is under threat as the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation warns of slower regional growth driven by Middle East conflicts and oil shocks. • In a positive development for the justice system, the government launched a Philippine-developed Sexual Assault Investigation Kit to better empower survivors.

Labour MP writes to chair amid concerns building societies are overusing quick votes and failing to add members to boardsNationwide is under pressure to address “emerging governance issues” across the building society sector, amid concerns bosses are bundling voting options and failing to allocate board seats for members.The Stockport Labour MP Navendu Mishra has sent a formal letter to the chair of Nationwide, Kevin Parry, outlining growing unease over the way executives, including at Nationwide, have been engaging with members who ultimately own their building societies. A letter raising similar concerns was sent to the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, in recent weeks. Continue reading...

• China is launching a global "AI governance" offensive to challenge U.S. tech leadership, utilizing diplomatic efforts at the United Nations and international summits. • Key initiatives include a September 2025 agreement with ASEAN to establish an AI safety network by 2026 and a joint "AI Plus" action plan to increase regional AI adoption. • In July 2025, China further expanded its influence by launching the China-BRICS AI Development and Cooperation Center during the World AI Conference in Shanghai.