The International Academy of Astronautics' SETI Committee has announced significant updates to its protocols for evaluating and revealing extraterrestrial intelligence detection. This first major revision in over 15 years comes as the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI) has evolved, now encompassing various methods beyond radio emissions, such as infrared heat signatures and gravitational waves. The committee, led by Michael Garrett, stresses the importance of rigorous verification before any public announcement regarding alien contact. The revised guidelines protect SETI researchers from negative repercussions while allowing them to present their findings publicly. In the event of a credible signal, the discoverers must report their conclusions to the scientific community and the United Nations. Furthermore, a new Post-Detection Subcommittee will facilitate accurate information dissemination to the media and the public. The update aims to balance the scientific process with public interest and emphasizes the need for international cooperation before any response to extraterrestrial signals. This protocol revision was ratified by the IAA board and will be presented at the International Astronautical Congress in Turkey.