consumer protection

A combination lock rests on a computer keyboard, symbolizing online security in the era of AI regulation. The brass lock displays "0909," while nearby, two gold-colored credit cards with visible chips highlight data protection under the newly approved AI Act.

07/24/2024

Microsoft blames EU regulations for major IT outage

A faulty antivirus update from CrowdStrike caused an IT outage affecting up to 8.5 million Windows devices, with Microsoft blaming a 2009 EU agreement for preventing preventive security measures.

Close-up of hands typing on a laptop keyboard, with a ring adorning the right hand. The screen displays details about the AI Act approved by the European Council. The laptop rests on a wooden table, bathed in natural light from a window, creating a calm and focused atmosphere.

07/09/2024

Online Contracts Must Clearly Indicate Payment Obligation, CJEU says

The CJEU ruled that online order buttons must clearly indicate a consumer’s obligation to pay, even if the payment is conditional, or the consumer is not bound by the contract.

04/03/2024

Italy fines TikTok €10 million

TikTok fined €10M by Italian authority for failing to protect minors and user safety.

03/09/2024

EU Fines Apple €1.8 Billion for Market Abuse

EU fines Apple €1.8 billion for App Store’s anti-competitive music streaming restrictions.