European Commission

01/20/2025

Former EU Leaders Call for Google Adtech Breakup

Former European leaders urge the EU to separate Google’s adtech business to restore competition and protect media independence, emphasizing the need for a European Tech Deal.

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01/08/2025

Dutch Watchdog Calls for Swift AI Standardization

The Dutch watchdog urges faster AI standardization under the EU’s AI Act, emphasizing compliance and safety, while national and EU initiatives prepare businesses for upcoming regulations.

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01/07/2025

EU AI Office Staffing Shortfall Risks Effective Regulation

The EU’s AI Office needs more staff to handle AI regulations, as it currently lags behind the UK’s AI oversight capacity, posing risks to EU citizens and businesses.

12/28/2024

EU Commission Pushes Apple for Device Interoperability Compliance

The EC requires Apple to enable device interoperability under the DMA, sparking privacy concerns and public consultations, with a final decision expected by March 2025.

12/19/2024

EU investigates TikTok for DSA violations in Romanian Elections

The EU investigates TikTok for potential DSA violations in election integrity during the Romanian elections, focusing on foreign interference and political ad policies.

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12/16/2024

Romanian Election Spotlights EU Digital Services Act Challenges

The EU’s Digital Services Act faces scrutiny after Romania’s election, highlighting challenges in moderating online content and ensuring fair elections amid allegations of TikTok’s influence.

12/07/2024

TikTok Faces EU Scrutiny Over Election Risk Management

The European Commission requests information from TikTok under the DSA to assess risk management related to Romanian elections, focusing on information manipulation and recommender systems.

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12/04/2024

Commission Adopts eID Wallet Rules for EU Digital Identity

The EU adopts rules for eID Wallets, ensuring secure, interoperable digital identity management across Member States by 2026.

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11/28/2024

EU Commission Adopts Transparency Rules for Digital Services Act

The European Commission’s new regulation under the DSA standardizes transparency reporting for intermediary services, enhancing accountability in EU digital services.

11/27/2024

Google Adjusts EU Search Results to Comply with Digital Markets Act

Google proposes changes to European search results to address traffic concerns and comply with the Digital Markets Act, aiming to balance competitor demands and regulatory requirements.