Former EU Leaders Call for Google Adtech Breakup
Former European leaders urge the EU to separate Google’s adtech business to restore competition and protect media independence, emphasizing the need for a European Tech Deal.
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EU Commission Pushes Apple for Device Interoperability Compliance
The EC requires Apple to enable device interoperability under the DMA, sparking privacy concerns and public consultations, with a final decision expected by March 2025.
Google Adjusts EU Search Results to Comply with Digital Markets Act
Google proposes changes to European search results to address traffic concerns and comply with the Digital Markets Act, aiming to balance competitor demands and regulatory requirements.
EU requires Apple to stop geo-blocking
The EU has ordered Apple to stop geo-blocking its services, pushing for fair access across the digital market and giving Apple a month to comply or face enforcement actions.
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.
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.
X Avoids EU Gatekeeper Designation Under DMA
Elon Musk’s X avoids EU gatekeeper status under the Digital Markets Act, escaping stringent obligations after an investigation by the European Commission.
EU Regulators Urged to Act Against Microsoft’s Edge Browser
Web browser developers urge the EU to act against Microsoft for unfairly promoting Edge on Windows, calling for its inclusion under the Digital Markets Act.
Germany Expands Digital Market Act on All Microsoft Products and Services
Germany’s BKartA mandates Microsoft to comply with EU Digital Market Act regulations, expanding oversight beyond Windows and LinkedIn to the entire company.
Google Faces EU Penalties for Digital Markets Act Breaches
EU officials are preparing charges against Google for violating the Digital Markets Act, with potential fines up to 10% of global revenue.