EU Orders TikTok to Freeze Election-Related Data in Romania
In a significant move to ensure the integrity of electoral processes, the European Union has mandated TikTok to freeze any election-related data tied to the upcoming Romanian elections. This directive, aimed at curbing the potential influence of disinformation during a…
DuckDuckGo Urges EU to Intensify Scrutiny of Google's Practices
In a significant move demonstrating its commitment to a fair digital marketplace, DuckDuckGo is calling on the European Commission to initiate three new investigations into Google’s adherence to the Digital Markets Act (DMA). The privacy-focused search engine contends that, despite…
Tether's CEO Denies Claims of US Investigation
In a recent reply to allegations published by the Wall Street Journal, Paolo Ardoino, the Chief Executive Officer of Tether, has rebutted claims suggesting that the cryptocurrency firm is under investigation by US authorities. The article cast a shadow on…
Ireland Drafts Urgent Crypto Regulations Ahead of New EU Laws
Ireland is taking decisive action to enhance its regulatory framework for cryptocurrency as the country prepares for significant changes mandated by the European Union’s upcoming standards. The Finance Minister, Jack Chambers, has announced the intention to draft regulations aimed at…
Empowering EU Social Media Users: The Establishment of an Independent Appeals Centre in Ireland
In a significant move to enhance user rights in the digital arena, the European Union is set to empower social media users by introducing an independent body in Ireland that will allow them to challenge content moderation decisions on platforms…
European Commission's Digital Fairness Fitness Check: A Call for Change
The European Commission has recently published its findings from the Digital Fairness Fitness Check, emphasizing the urgent need to modernize consumer protection laws in response to emerging digital challenges. This evaluation highlights the continued relevance of existing regulations, but also…
### The EU's Future in Telecom Regulations: A Balancing Act
In recent months, the European Union (EU) has been immersed in a significant debate regarding the future of telecom regulations. Central to this discourse is the challenge of balancing regulatory harmonization with the risks of market fragmentation. As digital connectivity…
EU's AI Act: Navigating the Tensions Between Regulation and Innovation
As the European Union concludes its ambitious AI Act, it faces significant pushback from major technology companies seeking more favorable regulations. Marked as the world’s first comprehensive legislation governing artificial intelligence, the AI Act, ratified in May, aims to set…
