Spain, Greece, and France Push for Unified Age Verification and Social Media Age Limits
Spain, Greece, and France are pressing for an EU-wide age verification system and minimum age for social media, aiming to better protect minors online.
EU Commission Publishes Q&A on AI Literacy
The European Commission’s Q&A clarifies that AI literacy obligations under the AI Act apply from February 2025, with enforcement starting August 2026 and broad requirements for training staff.
Commission considers AI Act simplification
The European Commission may adjust the AI Act after review, focusing first on simplifying implementation and soon releasing a voluntary code of practice for general-purpose AI providers.
ENISA Develops Vulnerability Database
The EU Vulnerability Database centralizes cybersecurity vulnerability data, enhancing transparency and risk management for ICT products and services across Europe.
Commission Publishes Draft Guidelines on Protecting Minors Online
The European Commission’s draft guidelines clarify new DSA obligations for online platforms to protect minors, emphasizing risk assessment, age assurance, and robust privacy measures.
AI Act Faces Enforcement Challenges Due to Budget and Expertise Shortages
Funding shortages and lack of technical expertise threaten the effective enforcement of the EU AI Act, raising concerns about member states’ regulatory capacity.
Italy and Hungary Fail to Meet EU AI Act Authority Appointment Deadline
Italy and Hungary missed the EU AI Act deadline to appoint authorities protecting fundamental rights, with the Commission urging compliance and supporting ongoing implementation.
EU court clarifies interoperability obligations for dominant tech platforms
The CJEU confirmed that dominant platforms must allow interoperability unless justified, reinforcing EU antitrust obligations beyond the Digital Markets Act’s scope.
Commission Sues 5 Member States for DSA Implementation Failures
The European Commission is taking five member states to the EU’s highest court for failing to properly implement and enforce the Digital Services Act.
Apple to Appeal €500 Million EU DMA Fine Over Failing Commission’s Guidance
Apple’s appeal against a €500 million DMA fine will test the European Commission’s duty to provide feedback before sanctioning Big Tech firms.