Telegram CEO Arrest Unrelated to DSA Says European Commission
The European Commission stated that Telegram CEO Pavel Durov’s arrest is unrelated to the DSA, with the investigation based on national laws addressing criminal activity.
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Meta Faces EU Inquiry Over CrowdTangle Closure
EU scrutinizes Meta’s shutdown of CrowdTangle, questioning compliance with Digital Services Act and data access for researchers.
EU Commission wants your feedback on DSA and child safety
The European Commission has initiated a call for evidence to gather feedback on current digital services and data protection regulations, aiming to assess their effectiveness and identify improvements, particularly in the context of the Digital Services Act.
How EU DMA and DSA Target Big Tech
The EU’s Digital Services Act and Digital Markets Act aim to regulate Big Tech by enhancing market competitiveness and consumer welfare through stringent content moderation and operational rules.
Digital Services Act one year on
The EU’s Digital Services Act enforcement intensifies with ongoing probes into major platforms like Meta and TikTok, while some member states lag in appointing necessary regulators.
Meta Faces Deadline Over “Pay or Consent” Model Compliance
Meta faces EU scrutiny over its “pay or consent” model, risking significant penalties if it fails to address consumer protection concerns by September 1, 2024.
EU Targets X for Digital Services Act Violations
The EU alleges tech company X violated the Digital Services Act, risking fines up to 6% of its global revenue due to issues with paid verification, ad transparency, and data access for researchers.
X Faces EU Warning for Failing to Combat Harmful Content
EU regulators warn Elon Musk’s X for failing to combat dangerous content, risking fines up to 6% of revenue if non-compliance continues.
Shein and Temu Under EU Scrutiny for DSA Compliance
The EU Commission has requested information from Shein and Temu on their compliance with the Digital Services Act, focusing on consumer protection and transparency, with potential penalties for non-compliance.
EU in touch with Telegram as it nears criterion for EU tech rules
EU regulators are monitoring Telegram as it nears the 45 million user threshold, which would subject it to stricter requirements under the Digital Services Act.