Denmark

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11/07/2025

Denmark to grant copyright over likeness to combat deepfakes

Denmark plans to grant citizens copyright over their likeness to curb non-consensual deepfakes, prioritizing platform accountability while preserving parody and sparking EU interest.

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10/31/2025

Denmark backs voluntary CSAM detection in EU proposal

Denmark’s Council presidency is pivoting to a voluntary CSAM detection regime, dropping mandatory orders amid Member State concerns over encryption, privacy, and proportionality.

A laptop on a wooden table displays a blue screen with a yellow padlock surrounded by twelve yellow stars, symbolizing the European Union's GDPR. A smartphone and blurred outdoor background are also visible.

08/13/2025

Denmark pushes EU to simplify AI Act and DSA while tightening online child protection

Denmark urges the EU’s December simplification package to include the AI Act and DSA, aiming to cut reporting burdens while advancing child protection and deepfake safeguards.

06/16/2025

Denmark pushes for EU-wide social media ban for children under 15

Denmark is leading an EU push for stricter online child protection, including a possible ban on social media for under-15s and stronger age verification measures.