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.
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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.
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.
EU Fines Apple and Meta for Digital Markets Act Violations
The European Commission fined Apple €500 million and Meta €200 million for breaching the Digital Markets Act, emphasizing strict enforcement of EU digital competition rules.
Brussels Says No Compromise on Digital Law Enforcement
The European Commission remains committed to enforcing EU digital laws against Big Tech, despite political pressure and ongoing transatlantic tensions.
AI Act Standards Face Delays as Deadlines Approach
Delays in EU AI Act technical standards mean companies may face uncertainty until at least 2026 as standardization bodies work to ensure compliance and consensus.
EU Digital Markets Act Enforcement Escalates with Apple and Meta
The EU is set to issue its first Digital Markets Act fines to Apple and Meta, intensifying digital regulation enforcement amid rising EU-US trade tensions.
Most EU Countries Miss NIS2 Cybersecurity Directive Deadline
More than half of EU Member States have missed the deadline to implement the NIS2 cybersecurity directive, leaving critical sectors exposed to heightened cyber risks.