AI Act Timeline Faces Possible Delay Amid Standards Uncertainty
EU officials are considering delaying parts of the AI Act if key standards are not ready, with industry and some ministers supporting a conditional pause in enforcement.
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TikTok Breached DSA Advertising Rules EU Commission Says
The European Commission has found TikTok in breach of the DSA for insufficient ad transparency, potentially facing a fine of up to 6 percent of global revenue.
EU investigates Shein for dark patterns and aggressive digital marketing
BEUC has filed a complaint with the European Commission against Shein for using dark patterns to drive sales, potentially violating EU consumer protection laws.
Apple Appeals EU Interoperability Order Under DMA
Apple challenges the EU’s Digital Markets Act order on interoperability, citing privacy concerns, as the Commission insists its demands align with EU data protection standards.
US Tech Giants Push for Simple AI Code of Practice
US tech giants urge the EU to keep its upcoming AI Code of Practice simple to avoid excessive burdens, as the bloc finalizes rules for general-purpose AI under the AI Act.
Report on Public Feedback for AI definitions and prohibited practices published
The Commission published a report analyzing public consultation feedback on the AI Act, clarifying definitions and prohibited practices to support effective compliance.
EU Commission Investigates Adult Sites for DSA Child Protection Violations
The European Commission is investigating major adult platforms for DSA breaches on minors’ protection, while Member States target smaller sites and advance EU-wide age verification solutions.
Commission asks for feedback on the use of data to develop AI
The European Commission is consulting stakeholders to shape a Data Union Strategy that will streamline EU data rules, enhance interoperability, and support trusted cross-border data flows for AI.
EU Commission Publishes Q&A on AI Literacy
The European Commission’s Q&A clarifies that AI literacy obligations under the AI Act apply from February 2025, with enforcement starting August 2026 and broad requirements for training staff.
Commission considers AI Act simplification
The European Commission may adjust the AI Act after review, focusing first on simplifying implementation and soon releasing a voluntary code of practice for general-purpose AI providers.