technology

10/07/2024

EU Regulators Urged to Act Against Microsoft’s Edge Browser

Web browser developers urge the EU to act against Microsoft for unfairly promoting Edge on Windows, calling for its inclusion under the Digital Markets Act.

09/27/2024

EU Impact Assessment Suggests Mixed Liability for AI Systems

The complementary impact assessment calls for a broader and more balanced regulatory framework for AI and software liability in the EU.

09/16/2024

Hogan Lovells launches AI Assessment Tool

Hogan Lovells offers AI Act compliance services to help organizations evaluate the Act’s applicability and ensure HR systems meet new EU regulations.

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09/13/2024

EU Urged to Strengthen Legal Framework Against Spyware

European civil society and journalists’ groups demand tougher EU measures against spyware to protect democratic values, privacy, and data protection.

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09/13/2024

New Study Provides Guidance on Designing the AI Act Code of Practice

The new study by Padova and Thess outlines recommendations for the EU’s GPAI code of practice to ensure innovation and alignment with international standards.

Two people seated at a wooden table with open laptops review documents related to AI safety. One person points with a pencil at the paper, suggesting a collaborative discussion on an AI assessment. Three pencils are nearby, and both laptops display relevant documents, emphasizing the work environment.

09/13/2024

AI Standards Hub Collaborates with OECD on AI Standards

The AI Standards Hub and OECD enhance the OECD Catalogue for Trustworthy AI with AI-specific standards, fostering international AI governance.

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09/13/2024

Hungarian Presidency Revises EU CSAM Detection Law

The new EU draft law on CSAM detection limits scanning to known material, addressing privacy concerns and revising roles for service providers and authorities.

A person with dark nail polish is holding a smartphone, navigating the Telegram chat interface using their thumbs. The dimly lit screen shows a list of conversations with various contacts and groups, seamlessly integrating VLOP under the new Digital Services Act regulations.

09/03/2024

Tech experts divided over Telegram’s CEO arrest

Pavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, was detained in France for questioning over various charges linked to platform misuse, highlighting the limits of free speech and compliance with EU laws.

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08/15/2024

ESAs Publish Draft Standarts for ICT Subcontracting Under DORA

The ESAs’ final report on RTS under DORA outlines key elements for financial entities to assess when subcontracting ICT services, enhancing digital operational resilience in the financial sector.

08/12/2024

UN Approves Cyber Crime Treaty Despite Concerns

The UN committee has approved the first global treaty on cybercrime aimed at fostering international cooperation and criminalizing various cyber offenses, despite significant opposition from human rights groups and tech companies concerned about potential human rights infringements.