Member States Tighten Social Media Access for Minors
EU countries are adopting varied national rules to restrict minors’ social media access, leveraging new Digital Services Act guidelines and advanced age verification technologies.
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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.
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.
EU Digital Services Act set to allow national social media age limits with flexible verification
The European Commission will allow EU countries to set their own social media age limits under the DSA, with flexible age verification methods to reduce regulatory fragmentation.
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.
Industry Calls for Keeping ENISA Independence
The EU is reviewing ENISA’s mandate under the Cybersecurity Act, with industry urging technical independence and increased funding amid debates over certification and digital sovereignty.
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.
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.