Apple Faces EU Scrutiny Over App Store Practices
EU identifies serious non-compliance issues with Apple’s App Store practices under the Digital Markets Act, potentially leading to significant fines or required concessions.
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EU AI Act Signed into Law
The EU AI Act, now law, imposes obligations on AI providers and has extra-territorial effect, impacting even non-EU companies, with phased implementation starting post-July 2024 publication.
EU Prepares to Enforce MiCA Crypto Law with National Nuances
The EU’s MiCA regulation requires national regulators to license and supervise crypto firms, with varying technical standards and transitional periods across member states.
EU Court Reaffirms Country of Origin Principle for Digital Services
The CJEU ruled in favor of Google, Amazon, and Airbnb, reaffirming the “country of origin” principle against Italy’s AGCOM’s disclosure and financial contribution requirements.
EU Finalizes Platform Workers Directive
EU confirms new Directive to improve gig economy working conditions and regulate platform algorithms.
EU Commission Probes AliExpress for DSA Compliance
The EU Commission investigates AliExpress for potential Digital Services Act violations, focusing on consumer safety and content regulation.
Italy fines TikTok €10 million
TikTok fined €10M by Italian authority for failing to protect minors and user safety.
EU Advances Digital Protection for Minors with DSA and EDIW
EU focuses on DSA and EDIW to enhance minors’ online protection.
Apple, Google, and Meta are being investigated by the EU under DMA
EU investigates Big Tech for DMA compliance issues, considering fines.