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EU data protection
fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago

TikTok slapped with $600 million fine over illegal data transfers to China

TikTok has been fined $600 million by EU regulators for illegal data transfers to China, impacting user privacy and transparency obligations.
EU data protection
fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago

TikTok slapped with $600 million fine over illegal data transfers to China

TikTok has been fined $600 million by EU regulators for illegal data transfers to China, impacting user privacy and transparency obligations.
more#tiktok
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
3 days ago

How the EU wants to simplify paperwork for car owners moving abroad

The European Commission aims to simplify car registration and roadworthiness processes across EU member states through digital solutions.
#social-media
Europe news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

E.U. Prepares Major Penalties Against Elon Musk's X

The EU is set to impose significant penalties on Elon Musk's platform X for violating laws aimed at curbing disinformation.
European startups
fromMashable
5 days ago

Elon Musk's X lost 11 million users in the EU

X's European user base has decreased by 11 million since Musk's acquisition, falling below pre-acquisition levels.
fromForbes
2 weeks ago
Social media marketing

European Businesses Will Be Burdened Most By EU Attacks On Meta

The EU's push for free access to Meta's platforms may hurt European businesses relying on advertising revenue.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago
Marketing

X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube sign EU pledge to tackle hate speech

Major tech platforms are committed to improving hate speech moderation in Europe under new voluntary commitments.
The Digital Services Act emphasizes collaboration and compliance among platforms in addressing illegal content.
fromAol
4 days ago
Social media marketing

Meta stocks up as company's Q1 earnings beat expectations, Zuckerberg touts 'strong start'

Meta's Q1 earnings exceeded expectations, with a notable rise in revenue and user engagement.
Europe news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

E.U. Prepares Major Penalties Against Elon Musk's X

The EU is set to impose significant penalties on Elon Musk's platform X for violating laws aimed at curbing disinformation.
European startups
fromMashable
5 days ago

Elon Musk's X lost 11 million users in the EU

X's European user base has decreased by 11 million since Musk's acquisition, falling below pre-acquisition levels.
fromForbes
2 weeks ago
Social media marketing

European Businesses Will Be Burdened Most By EU Attacks On Meta

The EU's push for free access to Meta's platforms may hurt European businesses relying on advertising revenue.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago
Marketing

X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube sign EU pledge to tackle hate speech

Major tech platforms are committed to improving hate speech moderation in Europe under new voluntary commitments.
The Digital Services Act emphasizes collaboration and compliance among platforms in addressing illegal content.
fromAol
4 days ago
Social media marketing

Meta stocks up as company's Q1 earnings beat expectations, Zuckerberg touts 'strong start'

Meta's Q1 earnings exceeded expectations, with a notable rise in revenue and user engagement.
more#social-media
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Press freedom and pluralism face existential battle' across EU, report finds

Media pluralism in the EU is threatened by high ownership concentration and government interference, jeopardizing press freedom.
#antitrust
European startups
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Apple and Meta Hit With Fines for Violating E.U. Digital Competition Law

EU regulators fine Apple and Meta for violating the Digital Markets Act, marking an effort to enhance competition in the digital economy.
European startups
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

The Big Tech vs. Europe war just ratcheted up. But Trump is also taking on Big Tech.

The European Union has fined Apple and Meta a total of $800 million for antitrust violations, emphasizing tensions between US tech and EU regulations.
European startups
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The EU fined Apple and Meta but failed to really hold them to account. Was that to appease Trump? | Alexander Hurst

The EU's lenient fines against big tech fail to challenge their market dominance effectively.
European startups
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | European Union to slap Meta with fine up to $1B or more for breaching strict antitrust rules: sources

EU fines Meta over $1 billion for violating antitrust rules, underlining enforcement of the Digital Markets Act.
fromBloomberglaw
1 month ago
EU data protection

France's $160 Million Apple Fine Puts App Tracking on Alert

France's antitrust regulator fined Apple $162 million for its App Tracking Transparency framework, complicating compliance with privacy laws for third-party publishers.
European startups
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Apple and Meta Hit With Fines for Violating E.U. Digital Competition Law

EU regulators fine Apple and Meta for violating the Digital Markets Act, marking an effort to enhance competition in the digital economy.
European startups
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

The Big Tech vs. Europe war just ratcheted up. But Trump is also taking on Big Tech.

The European Union has fined Apple and Meta a total of $800 million for antitrust violations, emphasizing tensions between US tech and EU regulations.
European startups
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The EU fined Apple and Meta but failed to really hold them to account. Was that to appease Trump? | Alexander Hurst

The EU's lenient fines against big tech fail to challenge their market dominance effectively.
European startups
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | European Union to slap Meta with fine up to $1B or more for breaching strict antitrust rules: sources

EU fines Meta over $1 billion for violating antitrust rules, underlining enforcement of the Digital Markets Act.
fromBloomberglaw
1 month ago
EU data protection

France's $160 Million Apple Fine Puts App Tracking on Alert

France's antitrust regulator fined Apple $162 million for its App Tracking Transparency framework, complicating compliance with privacy laws for third-party publishers.
more#antitrust
#digital-markets-act
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

EU must 'fully' apply its market fairness rulebook on Google, search rivals urge | TechCrunch

The EU is urged to expand its investigation of Google under the Digital Markets Act for potentially unfair practices.
European startups
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Apple and Meta hit with the EU's first DMA antitrust fines

Apple and Meta have been fined for violating the EU's Digital Markets Act, underscoring enforcement against anticompetitive practices.
European startups
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

EU hits Apple and Meta with 700m of fines

The EU fines Apple and Meta a combined 700 million under new tech regulations, marking a significant enforcement of the Digital Markets Act.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

EU must 'fully' apply its market fairness rulebook on Google, search rivals urge | TechCrunch

The EU is urged to expand its investigation of Google under the Digital Markets Act for potentially unfair practices.
European startups
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Apple and Meta hit with the EU's first DMA antitrust fines

Apple and Meta have been fined for violating the EU's Digital Markets Act, underscoring enforcement against anticompetitive practices.
European startups
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

EU hits Apple and Meta with 700m of fines

The EU fines Apple and Meta a combined 700 million under new tech regulations, marking a significant enforcement of the Digital Markets Act.
more#digital-markets-act
#recycling
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago
European startups

Limburg-based climate tech startup Back to Battery secures investment from Graduate Entrepreneur - Silicon Canals

Back to Battery focuses on eco-friendly recycling of lithium-ion batteries, addressing the growing demand for battery materials and new EU regulations.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Environment

Panda to use cameras in bin lorries to photograph households bins dumping rubbish incorrectly

The initiative aims to improve recycling rates in Ireland by providing householders with feedback on their waste sorting practices.
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago
European startups

Limburg-based climate tech startup Back to Battery secures investment from Graduate Entrepreneur - Silicon Canals

Back to Battery focuses on eco-friendly recycling of lithium-ion batteries, addressing the growing demand for battery materials and new EU regulations.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Environment

Panda to use cameras in bin lorries to photograph households bins dumping rubbish incorrectly

The initiative aims to improve recycling rates in Ireland by providing householders with feedback on their waste sorting practices.
more#recycling
#digital-services-act
EU data protection
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

WhatsApp is now a Very Large platform in the EU, and will face tougher regulation

WhatsApp has been designated as a Very Large Online Platform (VLOP) under the EU's Digital Services Act due to its user base.
EU data protection
fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago

Apple suspends over 135,000 apps across EU App Stores

The Digital Services Act mandates app developers disclose trader status for compliance, causing significant app removals across the EU.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Apple purges apps without contact info from EU app store, as DSA deadline hits | TechCrunch

App developers must disclose their address, phone number, and email to comply with the EU's Digital Services Act.
Europe news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How Free Speech' Became a New Flashpoint Between Europe and U.S.

Trump's administration clashes with Europe over digital censorship and free speech implications tied to the Digital Services Act.
EU data protection
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

WhatsApp is now a Very Large platform in the EU, and will face tougher regulation

WhatsApp has been designated as a Very Large Online Platform (VLOP) under the EU's Digital Services Act due to its user base.
EU data protection
fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago

Apple suspends over 135,000 apps across EU App Stores

The Digital Services Act mandates app developers disclose trader status for compliance, causing significant app removals across the EU.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Apple purges apps without contact info from EU app store, as DSA deadline hits | TechCrunch

App developers must disclose their address, phone number, and email to comply with the EU's Digital Services Act.
Europe news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How Free Speech' Became a New Flashpoint Between Europe and U.S.

Trump's administration clashes with Europe over digital censorship and free speech implications tied to the Digital Services Act.
more#digital-services-act
#data-privacy
Artificial intelligence
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

All 'public' Facebook and Instagram posts and photos by Irish and European users to be switched on for Meta's AI-training system

Meta's AI system will analyze public user content on its platforms in the EU to enhance cultural insights.
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
EU data protection

Meta to start training its AI models on public content in the EU | TechCrunch

Meta will resume AI training on public content from EU users, addressing previous data privacy concerns.
Artificial intelligence
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

All 'public' Facebook and Instagram posts and photos by Irish and European users to be switched on for Meta's AI-training system

Meta's AI system will analyze public user content on its platforms in the EU to enhance cultural insights.
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
EU data protection

Meta to start training its AI models on public content in the EU | TechCrunch

Meta will resume AI training on public content from EU users, addressing previous data privacy concerns.
more#data-privacy
#foot-and-mouth-disease
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago
UK news

Travellers from Europe banned from taking meat and dairy products into UK

Britain has restricted travelers from the EU from bringing in meat and dairy products to prevent foot-and-mouth disease.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Berlin food

Travellers arriving in Great Britain face import ban on EU meat and dairy

A new ban restricts UK travelers from bringing meat and dairy products from EU countries to prevent foot-and-mouth disease.
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago
UK news

Travellers from Europe banned from taking meat and dairy products into UK

Britain has restricted travelers from the EU from bringing in meat and dairy products to prevent foot-and-mouth disease.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Berlin food

Travellers arriving in Great Britain face import ban on EU meat and dairy

A new ban restricts UK travelers from bringing meat and dairy products from EU countries to prevent foot-and-mouth disease.
more#foot-and-mouth-disease
#privacy
European startups
fromTechRepublic
3 weeks ago

EU AI Rules Delay Tech Rollouts, But Civil Societies Say Safety Comes First | TechRepublic

EU regulations on AI are seen as beneficial for consumer safety and privacy, despite tech companies' claims of hindering access to innovations.
EU data protection
fromRFI
1 month ago

French watchdog fines Apple 150m over privacy feature

Apple was fined €150 million by the French Competition Authority for its app tracking privacy feature, deemed unnecessary and disproportionate.
European startups
fromTechRepublic
3 weeks ago

EU AI Rules Delay Tech Rollouts, But Civil Societies Say Safety Comes First | TechRepublic

EU regulations on AI are seen as beneficial for consumer safety and privacy, despite tech companies' claims of hindering access to innovations.
EU data protection
fromRFI
1 month ago

French watchdog fines Apple 150m over privacy feature

Apple was fined €150 million by the French Competition Authority for its app tracking privacy feature, deemed unnecessary and disproportionate.
more#privacy
Europe politics
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Italy warns against counter-tariffs on US, calls for budget leeway

Italian Economy Minister warns against retaliatory tariffs on the US, advocating for de-escalation and flexibility in EU fiscal rules in response to economic downturns.
#brexit
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
UK news

How Brexit continues to affect tourism DW 03/31/2025

The UK's Brexit has complicated travel for EU citizens, leading to decreased tourism as new regulations are rolled out.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Watchdog investigating whether Defra breaking laws on cleaning up English rivers

The OEP is investigating the UK government's compliance with environmental law regarding river clean-up efforts.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
UK news

How Brexit continues to affect tourism DW 03/31/2025

The UK's Brexit has complicated travel for EU citizens, leading to decreased tourism as new regulations are rolled out.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Watchdog investigating whether Defra breaking laws on cleaning up English rivers

The OEP is investigating the UK government's compliance with environmental law regarding river clean-up efforts.
more#brexit
#apple
European startups
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

EU will go easy with Apple, Facebook punishment to avoid Trump's wrath

Brussels regulators plan to drop a case against Apple after compliance changes, amid concerns of US-EU regulatory tensions.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago
Wearables

Opening iOS is good news for smartwatches

The EU mandates interoperability for smartwatches, emphasizing device independence from smartphones.
fromwww.gsmarena.com
1 month ago
Apple

EU says port-less devices are okay, opening the door for Apple

Apple's iPhone 17 Air may have been port-less, but they decided to keep USB-C due to EU regulations misconceptions.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Apple

Why Apple, a porn app, and a possible tariff war are connected

Apple's objection to a porn app underscores its frustration with EU regulations that challenge its App Store control.
European startups
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

EU will go easy with Apple, Facebook punishment to avoid Trump's wrath

Brussels regulators plan to drop a case against Apple after compliance changes, amid concerns of US-EU regulatory tensions.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago
Wearables

Opening iOS is good news for smartwatches

The EU mandates interoperability for smartwatches, emphasizing device independence from smartphones.
fromwww.gsmarena.com
1 month ago
Apple

EU says port-less devices are okay, opening the door for Apple

Apple's iPhone 17 Air may have been port-less, but they decided to keep USB-C due to EU regulations misconceptions.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Apple

Why Apple, a porn app, and a possible tariff war are connected

Apple's objection to a porn app underscores its frustration with EU regulations that challenge its App Store control.
more#apple
#market-competition
Europe news
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Tesla sales plunge 45.2% in Europe as EV market grows but fails to offset petrol decline

Electric car sales in Europe rose 37.3% in January, but overall car sales dropped by 2.1%.
Tesla's sales fell significantly while competitors like SAIC Motor gained traction.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago
EU data protection

Saving the Internet in Europe: Fostering Choice, Competition and the Right to Innovate

EFF is working to enhance digital rights in Europe through advocacy and competition law.
Antitrust measures can significantly impact market fairness and innovation in technology.
Europe news
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Tesla sales plunge 45.2% in Europe as EV market grows but fails to offset petrol decline

Electric car sales in Europe rose 37.3% in January, but overall car sales dropped by 2.1%.
Tesla's sales fell significantly while competitors like SAIC Motor gained traction.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago
EU data protection

Saving the Internet in Europe: Fostering Choice, Competition and the Right to Innovate

EFF is working to enhance digital rights in Europe through advocacy and competition law.
Antitrust measures can significantly impact market fairness and innovation in technology.
more#market-competition
#artificial-intelligence
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

EU vows to "cut red tape" as US slams bloc's tech rules DW 02/11/2025

The EU is shifting focus from strict tech regulations to fostering innovation and investment in AI development.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

EU vows to "cut red tape" as US slams bloc's tech rules DW 02/11/2025

The EU is shifting focus from strict tech regulations to fostering innovation and investment in AI development.
more#artificial-intelligence
#passenger-rights
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

EU mulls tightening flight delay compensation rules for passengers

Poland proposes raising flight delay compensation threshold from three hours to five, causing concern among consumer groups.
Europe politics
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

EU mulls tightening flight delay compensation rules for passengers

Poland's proposal to increase flight delay compensation threshold from three to five hours faces criticism from consumer protection groups.
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

EU mulls tightening flight delay compensation rules for passengers

Poland proposes raising flight delay compensation threshold from three hours to five, causing concern among consumer groups.
Europe politics
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

EU mulls tightening flight delay compensation rules for passengers

Poland's proposal to increase flight delay compensation threshold from three to five hours faces criticism from consumer protection groups.
more#passenger-rights
Bicycling
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Engwe Mapfour N1 Pro e-bike review: the new 'premium'

Engwe's Mapfour N1 Pro aims to comply with EU regulations while offering premium features for commuters.
#dora
fromITPro
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

UK financial services firms are scrambling to comply with DORA regulations

Many UK financial services firms will miss DORA compliance, risking substantial fines and increased cybersecurity costs.
fromITPro
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

UK financial services firms are scrambling to comply with DORA regulations

Many UK financial services firms will miss DORA compliance, risking substantial fines and increased cybersecurity costs.
more#dora
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How Germany's election may shape migration in the entire EU DW 02/19/2025

CDU's Friedrich Merz proposes controversial asylum policies, aiming for stricter border controls and national prioritization over EU regulations.
Privacy technologies
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

The HackerNoon Newsletter: AI Knows Best-But Only If You Agree With It (2/18/2025) | HackerNoon

The ongoing debate about Bitcoin's utility has intensified with potential U.S. government involvement.
AI's rise may jeopardize human knowledge diversity and innovation.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
EU data protection

EU abandons ePrivacy reform, as bloc shifts focus to competitiveness and fostering data access for AI | TechCrunch

The EU withdraws the ePrivacy Regulation proposal due to lack of agreement and intense lobbying from tech companies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Europe politics

Small UK businesses complain of being caught unawares by EU red tape'

Small businesses are struggling to comply with new EU product safety regulations, halting sales in the EU and Northern Ireland.
The unexpected implementation of the GPSR has caught many businesses off guard.
fromTNW | Sustainability
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Mosa Meat seeks EU green light to sell 'world's kindest burger'

Mosa Meat seeks to become the first company to sell cultivated meat in the EU through a novel foods application.
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