EU monitors new Meta measures on tackling disinformation ahead of June elections
Meta Platforms introduced new functionalities and safety features to combat disinformation ahead of the EU elections, collaborating with the European Commission. [ more ]
The next Commission will be centre-right, says Nicola Procaccini
The next European Commission is predicted to be more right-wing than the current one, with commissioners expected to be center-right due to government nominations. [ more ]
Governments and regulatory bodies like the European Commission are emphasizing ethical oversight of AI to ensure compliance with laws and ethical norms. [ more ]
EU probes Meta over its provisions for protecting children
The European Commission is investigating Meta for potential breaches of the Digital Services Act, focusing on protection of minors and misinformation. [ more ]
EU probes Meta over child protection concerns DW 05/16/2024
European Commission investigating Facebook and Instagram for potential harm to children through addiction and exposure to inappropriate content. [ more ]
EU investigates Facebook owner Meta over child safety and mental health concerns
The European Commission is investigating Meta, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, over concerns of creating addictive behavior among children and damaging mental health. [ more ]
TikTok meets EU deadline over reward-to-watch feature DW 04/23/2024
TikTok submitted a risk assessment report on its TikTok Lite rewards program to the European Commission in response to concerns over mental health risks, particularly for children. [ more ]
EU probes Facebook, Instagram over child protection concerns DW 05/16/2024
The European Commission has launched a formal investigation into Facebook and Instagram over concerns of stimulating behavioral addiction in children. [ more ]
EU and UK citizens: share your views on a resumption of freedom of movement for the young
The European Commission proposed a youth mobility scheme for EU and UK citizens aged 18-30, allowing up to four years of stay in the destination country. [ more ]
Brussels proposes return to pre-Brexit free movement for UK and EU young people
The European Commission proposed negotiations for free movement for 18- to 30-year-olds post-Brexit, potentially eliminating visa restrictions and benefiting youth exchanges. [ more ]
European Commission Examines Alphabet, Apple & Meta's Walled Gardens Under the DMA
European Commission opens investigations into Alphabet, Apple, and Meta for gatekeeping practices under the Digital Markets Act.
DMA aims to promote fairness and competition among digital products and services, ensuring customers have a choice between providers for online services. [ more ]
The European Commission to Investigate Alphabet, Apple, and Meta for DMA Non-Compliance; Spotify Testing Video Learning Courses; 2024 Political Ad Spend to Nearly Triple 2016 Spend
The European Commission is investigating Alphabet, Apple, and Meta for DMA non-compliance
Spotify is introducing video learning courses to its platform [ more ]
EU begins investigating Meta, Apple and Google under new tech law - SiliconANGLE
The European Commission has launched investigations into Apple Inc., Alphabet Inc., and Meta Platforms Inc. for potential violations of the Digital Markets Act.
The Digital Markets Act affects various aspects of big tech companies' business practices, including competition, privacy, and app payment guidelines. [ more ]
EU watchdog questions secrecy around lawmakers' encryption-breaking CSAM scanning proposal | TechCrunch
The European Commission is facing pressure to disclose its interactions with private technology firms regarding a controversial CSAM-scanning proposal. [ more ]
EU probe targets Facebook and Instagram amid spike in Russian disinformation
The European Commission has initiated a formal investigation into Meta's moderation practices regarding political content and disinformation on Facebook and Instagram. [ more ]
Apple was fined $2 billion by the European Commission for antitrust violations related to favoring Apple Music over rivals like Spotify.
The fine marks a significant win for Spotify and impacts the relationship app developers have with Apple, introducing potential changes in the industry. [ more ]
Europe gives TikTok 24 hours to explain its latest app
The European Commission requested TikTok to explain risk assessment procedures for its new app rewarding users, focusing on potential impact on minors' protection and addictive behavior. [ more ]
Ursula von der Leyen can run, but can she also hide? | Paul Taylor
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, is avoiding public engagements and debates regarding her re-election. Political controversy surrounds her appointment of an envoy, prompting calls for a new appointment process. [ more ]
Ursula von der Leyen's controversial EU envoy pick quits at last minute
A row over the appointment of Ursula von der Leyen's special envoy for small businesses has ended after pressure from MEPs and European commissioners. [ more ]
Von der Leyen's re-election chances hit over 17k-a-month job for ally
Accusations of favoritism in appointing a fellow party member to a lucrative position have raised transparency concerns.
High-ranking EU politicians have expressed discontent over the nomination process for a special adviser, potentially impacting von der Leyen's second term bid. [ more ]
Can Ursula von der Leyen snag a second term in EU's top job? DW 02/25/2024
Ursula von der Leyen announced her bid for another five-year term as the European Commission president, aiming to continue her work on EU 'climate neutrality' and Ukraine's potential accession.
Despite facing unexpected crises during her term, Von der Leyen is viewed positively for her performance in the challenging role as the head of the EU executive branch. [ more ]
European Commission breached privacy laws with Microsoft software use
The European Commission breached data protection laws by not ensuring equivalent data protection measures for data transferred outside the EU/EEA.
The European Data Protection Supervisor imposed corrective measures on the Commission, instructing them to cease certain data flows by December 9, 2024. [ more ]
European Commission broke data protection law with Microsoft
The European Commission has been reprimanded for violating data protection regulations related to using Microsoft 365.
The European Data Protection Supervisor found the EC failed to provide appropriate safeguards for transferring personal data outside the EU / EEA and specify data collection purposes in the contract with Microsoft. [ more ]
COMPARE: Where in Europe now has the lowest birth rate?
Birth rates in Europe dropped significantly since the 1960s, with only 3.88 million babies born in 2022. France had the highest birth rate in 2022 at 1.79 live births per woman. [ more ]
EU to release funds for Palestinian aid organization UNRWA DW 03/02/2024
The European Commission suspended payments to UNRWA due to allegations of staff involvement in an attack in Israel. Talks between Israel and Hamas are ongoing for a ceasefire and the release of hostages. [ more ]