European Start-ups Misled on EU AI Act’s Impact
European start-ups are misled into thinking the EU AI Act stifles innovation, but experts argue it fosters trust and innovation by regulating AI systems based on risk levels.
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OECD report: Risks, Benefits, and Governance Strategies
The OECD report outlines AI’s potential benefits and risks, urging policymakers to establish effective governance and safety measures.
FPF publishes report on assessing AI risks
FPF’s report highlights the need for structured AI impact assessments to manage risks, urging organizations to improve information gathering, education, and risk measurement strategies.
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.
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.