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Polish President Karol Nawrocki vetoed a long-overdue law implementing the Digital Services Act (DSA), citing censorship concerns. This move delays the DSA's implementation for Polish internet users....

The EU Commission continues to assess WhatsApp's status as a Very Large Online Platform (VLOP) under the Digital Services Act. This designation could bring increased scrutiny and obligations for the messaging service.

EU's cybersecurity agency, ENISA, admits to using AI to generate reports, which contained fabricated sources. The agency's admission follows scrutiny over its reliance on AI in creating the reports.

The German Federal Court of Justice examines the business model behind Google Fonts lawsuits, addressing mass warnings and IP addresses. It will ask the European Court of Justice to clarify if "provoked data protection violations" establish a claim.

Poland is blocking the implementation of the Digital Services Act, a key EU digital regulation, causing controversy. President Nawrocki's stance raises concerns about censorship and state control of information.

European regulators are considering designating WhatsApp as a very large online platform due to concerns about illegal content. This could mean tighter rules and increased scrutiny under the Digital Services Act.

Portugal approves its National Artificial Intelligence Agenda, sparking a surge of AI development across the country. The initiative includes 32 measures and over €400 million in investments planned through 2030, with a focus on public sector applications.

Italy fined Cloudflare for failing to prevent piracy on its services, violating online copyright protection rules. The punishment came after repeated refusal to cooperate with the authorities.

A Portuguese innovation is set to revolutionize digestive disease diagnosis across Europe with an AI-powered endoscopic capsule. This tech combines an AI-integrated capsule with advanced diagnostic capabilities.

Brussels plans to ramp up enforcement of the Digital Services Act and Digital Markets Act in 2026, targeting big tech. This move aims to ensure compliance across digital platforms within the European Union.

A hacker claims to have breached a NordVPN development server, potentially accessing critical company data. However, the VPN provider has denied the intrusion completely.

The article highlights open-source projects like Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap, emphasizing their commitment to shared information access. These initiatives contrast with today's web, dominated by a few platforms that monetize user data, maintaining the original vision of a free and open internet.

The European Commission is investigating AI-generated videos circulating in Poland that promote leaving the EU and target young voters. These videos are potentially violating the Digital Services Act.

European tech innovation shows resilience as 15 startups achieved unicorn status in 2025 despite a tougher funding environment. These new unicorns span sectors from health and AI to defense and space, demonstrating continued innovation.

Italian regulators are forcing Meta to open WhatsApp's AI functionality, "Meta AI," to competitors. This move follows complaints about Meta's exclusive control over AI features within the popular messaging app.

Webshops across the EU can no longer force customers to create accounts before buying products, according to new recommendations. The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) clarified that mandatory accounts for online purchases often violate privacy rules, addressing long-standing consumer complaints.

Spain begins shutting down 2G and 3G mobile networks to free up radio spectrum for 5G. The government opened a public consultation, with a goal to disconnect the older networks by January 2026.

Portugal's new cybersecurity law, Decree-Law No. 125/2025, goes into effect, implementing the NIS 2 directive....

Brussels gears up for significant changes in IT law in 2026, impacting cybersecurity, AI, and platform regulation. Key updates stem from NIS2, the AI Act, and a new EU procurement strategy.

French startup C12 secured €13. 9 million in public funding from the France 2030 plan, aiming to build a universal quantum computer....