#digital-services-act

#digital-services-act

Formal investigation on Facebook and Instagram in the EU over child protection concerns under DSA. [ more ]

The EU is launching an in-depth probe into Meta for potential violations of the Digital Services Act regarding the protection of minors on social media platforms. [ more ]

The European Union is investigating Facebook and Instagram for suspected violations under the Digital Services Act, primarily related to protecting users from foreign disinformation during EU-wide elections. [ more ]

Telecommunications ministers prioritize Digital Services Act and digital identity wallets

Focus on online protection for children and young adults [ more ]

The EU is investigating TikTok for potential violations of the Digital Services Act relating to user safety.

NASA is seeking paid volunteers for a Mars simulation mission, targeting individuals with a Master's in STEM aged 30-55. [ more ]

EU launches formal investigation into TikTok under DSA over protecting minors online

Concerns include rabbit hole effect, age verification, and data access for researchers. [ more ]

Meta defends risk mitigation process after EU criticism on content moderation. [ more ]

The European Commission is investigating Facebook and Instagram for potential violations of the EU's digital rulebook and election integrity. [ more ]

The EU issued a warning to TikTok over the launch of TikTok Lite in France and Spain. TikTok voluntarily suspended the rewards functions in TikTok Lite in response. [ more ]

The EU has opened an investigation into TikTok Lite under the DSA due to concerns about addictive design language and potential impact on young users. [ more ]

TikTok Lite is under investigation by the EU for compliance with the Digital Services Act, including concerns about its impact on users' mental health. [ more ]

TikTok launches Data Portability API for EEA users to transfer data categories or full archives.

Digital Markets Act ensures fair play, while the Digital Services Act focuses on user data control and protection. [ more ]

Shein, a Chinese-founded fast-fashion company, has been added to the EU's list of very large online platforms, subjecting it to stricter rules for combating illegal content and counterfeit products. [ more ]

Dr Martens is suing Temu for using its brand names in search-based advertising; impacts brand owners worldwide. [ more ]

The EU has started formal investigations into AliExpress under the Digital Services Act rules.

Other platforms like Bing, Google Search, Facebook, and TikTok are also under scrutiny for AI-related issues. [ more ]

Expanded digital rules in EU cover most online platforms

Requirements under Digital Services Act for user safety and content transparency [ more ]

The European Union's Digital Services Act, which aims to prevent the spread of illegal goods, services, and content online, will now apply to almost all online platforms operating within the EU.

The Act includes provisions such as mechanisms to flag illegal content, transparency for moderation decisions, opt-out of personalized content, and measures to protect children and electoral integrity. [ more ]

The EU is expanding its digital rulebook to include almost all online platforms in the bloc, in an effort to crack down on toxic content and unsafe products.

The Digital Services Act imposes strict requirements on platforms, including reporting counterfeit or unsafe goods and flagging harmful or illegal content. [ more ]

EU will not address TikTok issues immediately after the U.S. law on ByteDance. [ more ]

TikTok suspended a gamification feature in the EU due to concerns over mental health risks for young users. [ more ]

The EU has demanded TikTok to provide a risk assessment within 24 hours due to concerns over its new reward system for users in the EU. [ more ]

TikTok introduces new Data Portability API for user data transfer

EU scrutinizes TikTok under Digital Services Act and Digital Markets Act [ more ]

EU regulators request details from TikTok on new app paying users to watch videos. [ more ]

EU regulators request info on tech companies' handling of generative AI risks like deepfakes under new regulations.

Commission raises concerns about generative AI risks including false information and automated manipulation. [ more ]

Big tech faces legal challenges globally, including Apple's antitrust lawsuit and the EU's actions under the DMA and DSA.

Spotify aims to enhance its platform with educational video content, joining the trend of tech companies diversifying their services. [ more ]

Major tech industry associations praised the DSA and DMA in 2022

Tech corporations are working to undermine and weaken the new EU tech laws. [ more ]

EU publishes election security guidelines under Digital Services Act

EU rules Amazon must provide ad transparency [ more ]

Amazon must provide ad transparency information publicly.

EU's highest court rules against Amazon's challenge to DSA designation. [ more ]

Stricter rules for political advertising approved by the European Parliament aim to restrict foreign interference online.

Political ads before elections or referendums in the EU must be labeled clearly, including who paid for them and the cost. [ more ]

The European Commission has opened a consultation period on draft guidelines for the implementation of the Digital Services Act (DSA), focusing on the integrity of the electoral process.

The guidelines provide potential measures to mitigate election-related risks, specific guidance for the European Parliament elections, and measures to keep up with technological advancements in generative AI content. [ more ]