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fromIndependent
8 hours ago

US Congressional Committee told to "put pressure" on Coimisiun na Mean over EU tech regulation laws

The US House Judiciary Committee held hearings today as X announced that it would appeal its High Court loss over regulation by Coimisiún na Meán
US politics
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Big Tech Companies in the US Have Been Told Not to Apply the Digital Services Act

US FTC warns tech giants that enforcement of the EU's Digital Services Act cannot proceed if it threatens Americans' free speech rights or public safety.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

'Substantial tariffs' - how Irish watchdogs could be target of Trump over EU's digital act

Donald Trump warns Irish regulators they could face visa restrictions and substantial tariffs over fines or enforcement actions against US tech companies.
EU data protection
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Donald Trump warns Irish digital watchdogs to back off US tech giants as he threatens 'substantial tariffs'

Irish data regulators enforcing the EU Digital Services Act could face US visa restrictions and sanctions amid new trade threat measures.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

France to sue Kick for alleged negligence over livestream death

France will sue Kick for alleged negligence after a 46-year-old streamer died during a 12-day livestream; authorities opened investigations into content moderation and DSA compliance.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Video platform Kick investigated over streamer's death

French prosecutors opened an investigation into Kick after livestreamed death of creator Raphael Graven to probe broadcasts of violent abuse and Digital Services Act compliance.
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fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Ireland back in Trump's crosshairs as he promises 'substantial tariffs' on countries who 'attack' American tech companies

Major tech companies including Meta, X and Google have their European bases in Ireland, meaning they fall under the remit of the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC). "I put all Countries with Digital Taxes, Legislation, Rules, or Regulations, on notice that unless these discriminatory actions are removed, I, as President of the United States, will impose substantial additional Tariffs on that Country's Exports to the USA," Mr Trump said in the post.
US politics
#social-media
fromMobile World Live
1 month ago
EU data protection

X in EU crosshairs over ad rules

X is accused by nine organizations of violating the Digital Services Act by using sensitive personal data for targeted advertising.
fromTheregister
4 months ago
European startups

X marks the drop for European users

X has lost roughly 10% of its European users in six months attributed to concerns over content moderation.
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fromThe Verge
1 month ago

The EU is testing a prototype age verification app

The EU will pilot age verification apps in select countries to protect minors online, leading to a Digital Wallet in 2026.
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EU data protection
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
2 months ago

Protecting Minors Online Must Not Come at the Cost of Privacy and Free Expression

The European Commission's draft guidelines for online safety must prioritize privacy and free expression for minors.
There are concerns that age verification technologies may lead to discrimination and invasion of privacy.
fromeuronews
2 months 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.
fromSocial Media Today
3 months ago

X Adds Verification Explainers to Avoid EU Fines

"Since anyone can subscribe to obtain such a 'verified' status, it negatively affects users' ability to make free and informed decisions about the authenticity of the accounts and the content they interact with."
Privacy professionals
US news
fromtime.com
3 months ago

New U.S. Visa Restrictions Target Foreign Officials Over Social Media Censorship'

The Trump Administration's new visa restrictions target foreign officials involved in censoring American speech, emphasizing a defense of free speech and American sovereignty.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

EU probes 4 porn sites over failure to block minors DW 05/27/2025

"The online space should be a safe environment for children to learn and connect." - Henna Virkkunen, emphasizing the EU's commitment to protecting minors online.
EU data protection
#tiktok
fromAP News
3 months ago
EU data protection

European Union accuses TikTok of breaching digital rules with lack of transparency on ads

EU data protection
fromUPI
3 months ago

Europe tells TikTok it is in breach of Digital Services Act ad rules - UPI.com

TikTok is found breaching the Digital Services Act by failing to uphold advertisement repository obligations.
EU data protection
fromThred Website
3 months ago

TikTok found to be breaching EU advertising rules - Thred Website

TikTok risks fines from the EU for insufficient advertisement disclosures, failing to comply with Digital Services Act requirements.
EU data protection
fromAP News
3 months ago

European Union accuses TikTok of breaching digital rules with lack of transparency on ads

TikTok has been accused of breaching EU advertising transparency rules and failing to meet the standards of the Digital Services Act.
EU data protection
fromUPI
3 months ago

Europe tells TikTok it is in breach of Digital Services Act ad rules - UPI.com

TikTok is found breaching the Digital Services Act by failing to uphold advertisement repository obligations.
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fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Central Bank appointed as 'trusted flagger' by Coimisiun na Mean to root out online scams and fraud

The Central Bank of Ireland becomes the first 'trusted flagger' in Ireland under the EU's Digital Services Act, enhancing consumer protection online.
European startups
fromExchangewire
3 months ago

Digest: LinkedIn introduces New Video Ad Options; US Bill Targets Apple's App Store Control; EU Takes Action Against Member States - ExchangeWire.com

LinkedIn launches new video ad options to enhance engagement as consumption rises.
A US bill aims to challenge Apple's control over its app store.
The EU takes legal action against member states for DSA compliance failures.
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