French Authorities Target Social Media for Adult Content Regulation
France is moving to classify certain social media platforms as porn sites, requiring strict age checks under new rules, despite complex EU digital law challenges.
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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.
MEPs Advocate for Stronger EU Digital Ecosystem and Sovereignty
MEPs urge major investments and regulatory reforms to boost EU digital sovereignty, reduce foreign tech dependence, and enhance secure, interoperable digital infrastructure.
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.
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.
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.
Italy and Hungary Fail to Meet EU AI Act Authority Appointment Deadline
Italy and Hungary missed the EU AI Act deadline to appoint authorities protecting fundamental rights, with the Commission urging compliance and supporting ongoing implementation.
Commission Sues 5 Member States for DSA Implementation Failures
The European Commission is taking five member states to the EU’s highest court for failing to properly implement and enforce the Digital Services Act.
Big Tech Influence Raises Concerns in EU General Purpose AI Code Drafting
Big Tech firms influenced the drafting of the EU’s General Purpose AI Code of Practice, raising concerns about regulatory capture and limited stakeholder participation.