Amazon to call on EU judges for online platform rules exemption
Briefly

Amazon is contesting its classification as a Very Large Online Platform under the EU's Digital Services Act, claiming its marketplace does not pose the systemic risks the legislation aims to mitigate. The DSA mandates online platforms to prevent illegal activities and combat disinformation. Amazon's spokesperson stated that their business model focuses on selling goods rather than distributing information and that complying with the DSA's advertising transparency requirements could jeopardize trade secrets. The company emphasizes its commitment to consumer protection despite challenging the regulation.
Amazon is challenging its designation as a Very Large Online Platform under the Digital Services Act, claiming it does not pose systemic risks.
The DSA aims to prevent illegal activities and disinformation by large online platforms, but Amazon argues its marketplace activities fall outside these rules.
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