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08/13/2025

EU confirms DSA and DMA stay untouched amid US trade talks

The Commission says the DSA and DMA will remain unchanged and omitted from the upcoming EU‑US trade statement, signaling regulatory continuity despite U.S. pressure.

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08/13/2025

U.S. Push to Weaken Digital Services Act

A U.S. State Department cable instructs diplomats to lobby EU governments to roll back the DSA, alleging free speech and cost concerns that the European Commission firmly rejects.

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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.

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08/12/2025

European Media Freedom Act enters into force

EMFA’s platform duties hinge on a workable MSP definition, with the Commission’s forthcoming guidance set to determine how VLOPs verify professional media while excluding bad faith actors and addressing influencers.

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08/06/2025

Meta follows Google in banning EU political ads

Meta and Google will halt all political and social issue ads in the EU due to the strict requirements of the new TTPA regulation, citing excessive compliance burdens.

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07/17/2025

Commission adopts DSA guidelines for protecting children online

The Commission’s new DSA guidelines outline measures for platforms to protect minors online, focusing on privacy, safety, age assurance, and risk-based compliance.

07/11/2025

EU Publishers Sue Google for Antitrust Violations Over AI Overviews in Search

Google faces an EU antitrust lawsuit over its AI Overviews, with publishers alleging misuse of content and significant revenue loss amid increasing regulatory scrutiny.

07/09/2025

EU Stands Firm Against U.S. Pressure over Digital Laws

The European Commission has reaffirmed that its digital regulations are non-negotiable with the U.S., emphasizing enforcement based on European values and ongoing investigations under the DSA.

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06/26/2025

Commission Publishes State of the Digital Decade 2025 Report

The State of the Digital Decade 2025 report finds the EU progressing in digital infrastructure but lagging in key technologies and skills, urging greater investment and coordinated action.

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.