Commission pushes Google to open Android to rival AI assistants
The European Commission proposes DMA measures to open Android core features to rival AI assistants, aiming to boost competition, user choice, and interoperability across the EU.
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Commission Publishes Study on Data Act Interoperability
A new Commission study supports the EU Data Act by identifying interoperable standards for data processing services and preparing the launch of a Union repository.
Meta prepares EU WhatsApp third party messaging integration
Meta will introduce DMA-mandated third-party encrypted messaging interoperability in WhatsApp in the EU, giving users opt-in control, inbox choice, and E2EE-based security requirements.
EU Commission probes AWS and Azure for cloud gatekeeper status under the DMA
The Commission is probing AWS and Azure under the DMA and assessing cloud market practices to determine gatekeeper status and potential updates to EU obligations on interoperability, data access, and fair contracts.
EDPS publishes Guidance on AI Risk Management
EDPS guidance sets technical risk controls for fair, accurate, minimal, and secure AI, stressing interpretability, lifecycle governance, provider transparency, and support for data subject rights.
EDPB and European Commission release joint guidelines on DMA and GDPR
EDPB and European Commission publish joint DMA–GDPR guidelines, clarifying consent, data use, and interoperability, with a public consultation open until 4 December 2025.
Commission publishes summary of DMA decision on Apple iOS interoperability
EU orders Apple to open iOS features to third‑party devices under DMA Article 6(7), mandating free, documented APIs and parity of user experience across notifications, NFC, Wi‑Fi, audio, and casting.
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.
EU court clarifies interoperability obligations for dominant tech platforms
The CJEU confirmed that dominant platforms must allow interoperability unless justified, reinforcing EU antitrust obligations beyond the Digital Markets Act’s scope.
EU forces Apple to comply with DMA interoperability rules
The EU enforces DMA rules on Apple, mandating interoperability for iOS features, while Apple warns of innovation delays, privacy risks, and increased costs.