EU Commission plans to continue tech standardisation work with US
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, left, speaks with European Commission Executive Vice President Margrethe Vestager.
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EU fines Meta €797 million over Facebook Marketplace practices
The European Commission fined Meta €797.72 million for antitrust violations related to Facebook Marketplace’s integration with Facebook, prompting Meta to plan an appeal while complying with the ruling.
EU digital governance is too complex
The EU’s digital rulebook aims to streamline governance, but its complexity challenges organizations’ compliance, necessitating effective digital governance frameworks to achieve its objectives.
Commission Publishes Fitness Check on EU Consumer Law for Digital Fairness
The European Commission’s fitness check evaluates EU consumer law effectiveness in ensuring digital fairness, emphasizing transparency and proposed legislative reforms.
Experts Urge EU to Reject UN Cybercrime Convention
The draft UN Cybercrime Convention is opposed by experts and organizations for its broad scope and potential to undermine EU digital laws and human rights.
Commission proposes digital passports and ID cards for easier travel
The EU proposes digital travel credentials and an app to enhance border security and efficiency for Schengen travelers, pending approval by the Council and Parliament.
Dutch Government’s obstains from EU CSAM Regulation
The Dutch government abstains from supporting the current EU Regulation on combating online child sexual abuse material due to concerns over privacy and digital security.
Commission Publishes Digital Fairness Fitness Check Findings
The EU Digital Fairness Fitness Check reveals the need for updated consumer protection laws to address unique online challenges and prevent harmful practices.
European Commission Investigates Meta’s Marketplace Tactics
Meta faces potential fines from the European Commission for linking Facebook Marketplace to its social network, risking up to 10% of its €127 billion revenue, amid other ongoing investigations.
EU and China launch Cross-Border Data Flow Communication Mechanism
EU and China launch a new mechanism to address issues European companies face with cross-border data flows in China, aiming to facilitate compliance with Chinese data laws.