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One of the best VPNs, for 2.99 euros a month and with three extra months: NordVPN's Black Friday is about to end
NordVPN is offering a Black Friday deal with its VPN service for just €2. 99 per month with extra months included....
ChatGPT and Copilot are being booted out of WhatsApp
ChatGPT and Copilot will leave WhatsApp due to the app's new terms of service, which ban AI chatbots not made by Meta. The changes, effective January 15, 2026, will restrict third-party AI access, leaving Meta AI as the only option.
Profit: EU governments no longer want to force platforms to read along with the user
European Union member states have reached an agreement opposing mandatory platform surveillance of user messages on services like WhatsApp. This victory follows years of debate on a controversial proposal, though the compromise isn't perfect, it's a step forward.
Study - “The economic costs of weakening privacy and data protection” | Terms of Reference
Brussels is assessing the economic impact of weakened privacy and data protection regulations, prompted by proposed changes to GDPR. The study will consider the costs to consumers if privacy is inadequately protected.
Mail and the DGT are already very well-known, so the scammers have changed their target: an app to pay for parking
A new phishing scam targets users of the parking app Telpark, attempting to steal banking information. Cybercriminals are sending emails falsely claiming account suspension due to unpaid fees, directing users to a fake payment portal.
Europe had been asking for a major statement. Revolut has just made it with an enormous valuation
Revolut, the London-based fintech, achieved a staggering $75 billion valuation, solidifying its position as Europe's most valuable startup. The valuation comes after a share sale involving major tech investment funds, and the company now has over 65 million global customers.
More security for your company, a web page creator and a 50 euro gift for Amazon: this is Kaspersky's Black Friday
Kaspersky is offering its Small Office Security package with a 15% discount for Black Friday, now available for €174. 02 with a discount code....
Digital Omnibus: The EU Parliament Is Heading for the Next Conflict
Brussels' "Digital Omnibus" proposal, which aims to simplify digital regulations, faces strong opposition over potential weakening of AI and data protection rules. Four parliamentary factions criticize the move, setting up a potential clash with conservatives who generally support it.
Beware of this Android malware! It can read WhatsApp, Signal, and Telegram conversations
A new Android malware, dubbed Sturnus, is targeting European smartphones, stealing banking credentials and sensitive data. The sophisticated malware monitors screens and intercepts messages from apps.
Talk on WhatsApp with other messaging apps: what this feature is, how it works, requirements and how to activate it
WhatsApp launches interoperability, enabling users to chat with other messaging apps within its platform. This feature rollout, driven by European regulations, allows users to communicate with other platforms directly from WhatsApp, despite not being available to all users yet.
Digital Omnibus: How Media Distort a Debate Out of Fear of Complexity
The EU's Digital Omnibus, designed to impact citizen rights, is being misrepresented in the media, focusing on cookie banner simplification. The actual law undermines data access, delays AI regulation, and broadens companies' data usage justifications.
FAQ on the "Digital Omnibus": What is the EU Commission planning regarding AI and data protection?
Brussels plans to delay rules for high-risk AI systems and weaken data protection with its "Digital Omnibus" package. Industry groups are applauding the move, but consumer advocates are sounding the alarm.
The only thing the European AI Law has achieved is leaving us crippled. The question is whether going back will be of any use.
The EU's AI Act, which entered into force in August 2024, is criticized for hindering innovation and hindering competition in the AI sector. Critics argue the regulation slows down progress in a field where the US and China are rapidly advancing.
Justice condemns Meta to pay 479 million euros to Spanish media for unfair competition
Meta was ordered to pay 479 million euros to 87 Spanish news outlets for unfair competition by Madrid's Mercantile Court. The court found Meta used illicit personal data on Facebook and Instagram for behavioral advertising, violating GDPR.
Online proceedings in civil law: Digitalization in the judiciary disadvantages people
German lawmakers are pushing to accelerate court proceedings through digital transformation, aiming to ease citizen access to justice. However, critics claim the new law disadvantages defendants in civil cases....
Digital Omnibus: On a collision course with digital fundamental rights
Brussels’s digital omnibus regulation faces criticism, as it's seen as undermining fundamental digital rights rather than simplifying data protection. The planned revision of several digital laws, including the AI Act and GDPR, is widely viewed as a setback.
EU’s plan to simplify digital laws to benefit mainly large companies at the expense of consumers
Brussels faces criticism for a digital law proposal, as BEUC claims it prioritizes Big Tech over consumer rights. The plan includes weakening privacy rules and delaying AI regulations, potentially harming European startups and consumer protection.
Press Release: Commission’s Digital Omnibus is a major rollback of EU digital protections
Brussels is rolling back core digital protections with its new Digital Omnibus proposals, threatening the EU's rules-based system. The changes endanger the foundation of human rights and tech policy.
Europe’s cookie nightmare is crumbling
The EU plans to overhaul its cookie consent policies, aiming to drastically reduce the number of annoying pop-ups users face. New rules will allow users to set browser-level cookie preferences, simplifying the online experience across all of Europe.
Why the Digital Omnibus puts GDPR and ePrivacy at risk
Brussels unveils its "Digital Omnibus" package, aiming to simplify digital rules, but risks weakening GDPR and ePrivacy. The package will amend the General Data Protection Regulation and the ePrivacy Directive.