Digital Economy

11/15/2024

EU requires Apple to stop geo-blocking

The EU has ordered Apple to stop geo-blocking its services, pushing for fair access across the digital market and giving Apple a month to comply or face enforcement actions.

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11/15/2024

EU fines Meta €797 million over Facebook Marketplace practices

The European Commission fined Meta €797.72 million for antitrust violations related to Facebook Marketplace’s integration with Facebook, prompting Meta to plan an appeal while complying with the ruling.

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11/11/2024

European Commission Targets Temu’s Misleading Marketing Tactics

EU authorities demand Temu address deceptive practices, including fake discounts and misleading reviews, or face fines, amid ongoing DSA investigations.

11/04/2024

EU Launches Investigation into Temu Over Illegal Product Sales

The European Commission has launched formal proceedings against Temu for alleged breaches of the Digital Services Act, focusing on illegal product sales and addictive design concerns.

10/15/2024

X Avoids EU Gatekeeper Designation Under DMA

Elon Musk’s X avoids EU gatekeeper status under the Digital Markets Act, escaping stringent obligations after an investigation by the European Commission.

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10/15/2024

EU Council Adopts Cybersecurity Law

The Cyber Resilience Act establishes EU-wide cybersecurity requirements for digital products, ensuring safety and compliance across the market.

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10/07/2024

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.

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09/27/2024

EU Impact Assessment Suggests Mixed Liability for AI Systems

The complementary impact assessment calls for a broader and more balanced regulatory framework for AI and software liability in the EU.

09/17/2024

Apple accused of DMA non-compliance

Apple’s compliance with the Digital Markets Act remains under scrutiny, with the European Consumer Organization citing multiple instances of non-compliance.

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09/16/2024

EU and China launch Cross-Border Data Flow Communication Mechanism

EU and China launch a new mechanism to address issues European companies face with cross-border data flows in China, aiming to facilitate compliance with Chinese data laws.