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1 week ago

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, July 11: EGC Affirms Annulment of Rubik's Cube Marks; Sysco Trade Secret Case Dismissal Affirmed by Fourth Circuit; and AG Szpunar Finds EU Member States Can Offer IP Protections to News Publishers

Advocate General Maciej Szpunar of the CJEU stated that EU member states are allowed to implement additional protective measures for news publishers' content on large online platforms, provided these do not compromise freedom of contract.
Intellectual property law
#asylum-seekers
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

German court rules turning away asylum-seekers unlawful DW 06/02/2025

Germany's court ruling states asylum seekers cannot be turned back without following EU procedures.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday

Germany's new border policy rejecting asylum seekers without proper checks is ruled illegal by court.
Civil liberties in Germany are increasingly under threat, with concerns over freedom of speech and assembly.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday

Chancellor Merz defends controversial migration policies after a court ruling, asserting their necessity for public safety.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

German court rules turning away asylum-seekers unlawful DW 06/02/2025

Germany's court ruling states asylum seekers cannot be turned back without following EU procedures.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday

Germany's new border policy rejecting asylum seekers without proper checks is ruled illegal by court.
Civil liberties in Germany are increasingly under threat, with concerns over freedom of speech and assembly.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday

Chancellor Merz defends controversial migration policies after a court ruling, asserting their necessity for public safety.
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fromIndependent
1 week ago

Donal O'Donovan: How high-speed connections to Dublin Airport could transform Irish travel

The EU law mandates the connection of Ireland's busiest airport to a high-speed rail line by 2040, highlighting the urgent need for efficient transport infrastructure.
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#hungary
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on Hungary's anti-LGBTQ+ laws: Europe must stand up for its values | Editorial

Hungary's new laws threaten to ban Pride events, clashing with EU principles of human dignity and freedom.
Orban's government uses LGBTQ+ issues to polarize and distract from growing political challenges.
The EU may need to confront Hungary legally over this violation of freedoms.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on Hungary's anti-LGBTQ+ laws: Europe must stand up for its values | Editorial

Hungary's new laws threaten to ban Pride events, clashing with EU principles of human dignity and freedom.
Orban's government uses LGBTQ+ issues to polarize and distract from growing political challenges.
The EU may need to confront Hungary legally over this violation of freedoms.
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#european-commission
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
European startups

The EU is threatening to fine Shein, accusing it of deceiving customers with fake discounts and misleading information

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
European startups

The EU is threatening to fine Shein, accusing it of deceiving customers with fake discounts and misleading information

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European startups
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Amazon to call on EU judges for online platform rules exemption

Amazon argues it should not comply with the strictest Digital Services Act requirements due to a lack of systemic risks.
The company's marketplace does not disseminate information or advertising like other platforms designated under the DSA.
#consumer-rights
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Consumer groups urge EU to press airlines over baggage fees DW 05/22/2025

EU consumer groups demand action against airlines for misleading baggage fees.
European startups
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Europe warns giant e-tailer to stop cheating consumers

SHEIN faces scrutiny from the EU for multiple consumer law violations, including misleading discounts and pressured sales tactics.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Consumer groups urge EU to press airlines over baggage fees DW 05/22/2025

EU consumer groups demand action against airlines for misleading baggage fees.
European startups
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Europe warns giant e-tailer to stop cheating consumers

SHEIN faces scrutiny from the EU for multiple consumer law violations, including misleading discounts and pressured sales tactics.
more#consumer-rights
Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Former senator Mary Seery Kearney to meet with Michael McGrath over surrogacy legislation

Italy criminalizes surrogacy universally, even for couples accessing it legally abroad, sparking EU law concerns.
#citizenship
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 months ago

EU court rules 'golden passport' schemes for rich investors are illegal

Golden passport schemes for wealthy foreign investors violate EU law, ruling from the EU's Court of Justice.
Malta's citizenship-for-investment scheme faces legal challenge and must comply with EU standards.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

EU top court rules Malta's 'golden passport' scheme illegal DW 04/29/2025

Malta's citizenship program violates EU law, as ruled by the European Court of Justice.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 months ago

EU court rules 'golden passport' schemes for rich investors are illegal

Golden passport schemes for wealthy foreign investors violate EU law, ruling from the EU's Court of Justice.
Malta's citizenship-for-investment scheme faces legal challenge and must comply with EU standards.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

EU top court rules Malta's 'golden passport' scheme illegal DW 04/29/2025

Malta's citizenship program violates EU law, as ruled by the European Court of Justice.
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fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Tax levy on streaming services like Netflix would 'absolutely be passed onto consumer,' says Patrick O'Donovan

The reality is that this levy would absolutely be passed onto the consumer, meaning they would bear the brunt of the charge despite intentions to fund Irish productions.
Media industry
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.es
4 months ago

Inside Spain: Discrimination of non-residents and more droughts

Spain faces EU court action over tax discrimination against non-residents.
EU claims Spain's tax policies violate the principle of free movement of capital.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

EU to ease wolf hunting rules amid rising numbers DW 03/08/2025

The European Commission proposes to lower the protection status of wolves to manage growing populations and conflicts with livestock owners.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Master of German super trawler detained off Cork coast charged with fisheries offences

The master of the fishing vessel Helen Mary faces multiple serious charges related to breaches of EU fisheries regulations.
fromTechCrunch
8 months ago

French newspapers want social media platform X to pay for news reuse | TechCrunch

Recently, leading French newspapers, including Le Monde and Le Figaro, have united to pursue legal action against X, highlighting significant concern around news content compensation.
France politics
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago

Fifa to review transfer system after Diarra ruling

Fifa is reassessing its transfer rules following a court ruling that declared them in violation of EU law regarding player freedom of movement.
EU data protection
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 months ago

European court says transphobic states must recognize trans people's names & genders - LGBTQ Nation

CJEU mandates EU member states to recognize international name and gender changes, affirming trans rights across borders.
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
9 months ago

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, October 4: Meta Hit with Class Action Copyright Infringement Lawsuit; Industry Leaders Ask for Clarification on Third-Party Litigation; EUIPO Applauds German Court Ruling on Misleading Invoices

On Thursday, October 3, the European Union Intellectual Property Office noted a significant ruling from a German court labeling misleading payment requests to IP users as fraud, marking a historic precedent for EU member states.
Intellectual property law
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
9 months ago

Google nets court win against EU's $1.7B AdSense antitrust decision | TechCrunch

Google overturned a $1.7 billion antitrust penalty from the EU due to insufficient consideration of all relevant contract circumstances.
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