Commission Adopts eID Wallet Rules for EU Digital Identity
The EU adopts rules for eID Wallets, ensuring secure, interoperable digital identity management across Member States by 2026.
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Tech giants are investing in ‘sovereign AI’ to help Europe cut its dependence on the U.S.
Tech giants and European firms are embracing “sovereign AI,” focusing on local infrastructure and data sovereignty to enhance competitiveness and cultural alignment within EU digital law frameworks.
Norway Proposes 15-Year Social Media Age Limit to Protect Minors
Norway plans to raise the social media age limit to 15, seeking EU-style solutions to protect minors online.
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.
Hungarian EU Presidency Eyes e-Privacy Directive Review
The Hungarian presidency of the EU Council is revisiting the e-Privacy directive review, focusing on telecom privacy, competition, and cybersecurity for a dynamic digital ecosystem.
Multi-Stakeholder Workshop Held for DSA Guidelines on Protecting Minors
The Commission held a workshop to gather input for guidelines on protecting minors under the Digital Services Act, focusing on privacy, safety, and security for minors online.
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.
Six EU countries call for tough DSA action against platforms like Shein, Temu
Six EU nations call for unified enforcement of the Digital Services Act against major e-commerce platforms to ensure compliance and consumer safety.
Expert Analysis on EU AI Act and Liability Directives’ Limitations
Professor Sandra Wachter critiques the EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act and related directives for significant regulatory gaps due to lobbying and political pressures, which lead to broad exemptions and weak enforcement, potentially impacting AI governance and risk management globally.