EU AI Act Compliance Deadlines Remain Firm Despite Industry Pushback
The European Commission will enforce the EU AI Act as scheduled, rejecting calls for delay and confirming key compliance deadlines in 2025 and 2026.
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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.
EU AI Act Faces Calls for Delay Over Regulatory Hurdles
EU is asked to pause the AI Act’s implementation due to unclear standards and industry pressure, signaling a focus on regulatory simplification and competitiveness.
Commission urges tech firms to join General-Purpose AI Code ahead of enforcement
The European Commission is urging companies to sign the upcoming Code of Practice on General-Purpose AI before its August enforcement, amid industry and international concerns.
Meta Risks EU Penalties for Pay-or-Consent Model
Meta faces potential daily fines from the EU for its “pay-or-consent” ad model, which regulators argue violates the Digital Markets Act by not offering a minimal-data alternative.
Apple and Meta Avoid Immediate EU Sanctions for DMA Non-Compliance
Apple and Meta have avoided immediate new penalties for DMA non-compliance, as the European Commission prioritizes compliance and dialogue over automatic fines.
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.
Sweden calls for pause on EU AI Act over lack of technical standards
Sweden’s Prime Minister urges a pause on the EU AI Act rollout, citing missing technical standards and risks to Europe’s digital competitiveness.
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.
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.