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12/19/2024

EU investigates TikTok for DSA violations in Romanian Elections

The EU investigates TikTok for potential DSA violations in election integrity during the Romanian elections, focusing on foreign interference and political ad policies.

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12/16/2024

Romanian Election Spotlights EU Digital Services Act Challenges

The EU’s Digital Services Act faces scrutiny after Romania’s election, highlighting challenges in moderating online content and ensuring fair elections amid allegations of TikTok’s influence.

12/07/2024

TikTok Faces EU Scrutiny Over Election Risk Management

The European Commission requests information from TikTok under the DSA to assess risk management related to Romanian elections, focusing on information manipulation and recommender systems.

11/28/2024

EU Lawmakers Scrutinize TikTok’s Influence in Romanian Elections

Romania’s election controversy highlights TikTok’s role in politics, prompting EU scrutiny under the Digital Services Act.

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10/04/2024

EU Commission Requests Data on Recommender Systems from YouTube, Snapchat, TikTok

The European Commission has requested information from YouTube, Snapchat, and TikTok about their recommender systems under the DSA, with responses due by 15 November.

09/16/2024

Study: Implementation by BigTech of their obligations under the DMA

The Digital Markets Act aims to curb Big Tech monopolies, but recent findings suggest they may not be fully compliant, risking market competition and consumer protection.

08/01/2024

Digital Services Act one year on

The EU’s Digital Services Act enforcement intensifies with ongoing probes into major platforms like Meta and TikTok, while some member states lag in appointing necessary regulators.

04/30/2024

EU Investigates TikTok Lite Digital Services Act Compliance

EU demands TikTok risk assessment for new app, citing child safety and mental health concerns.

04/03/2024

Italy fines TikTok €10 million

TikTok fined €10M by Italian authority for failing to protect minors and user safety.

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03/21/2024

EU Regulators Scrutinize Tech Giants Over AI Risks

EU regulators query tech giants on AI risks management, underpinning DSA’s role in safeguarding online spaces.