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Germany pushes to exempt pseudonymized data from GDPR, sparking warnings from civil society and data watchdogs. Other EU members reportedly oppose the proposed GDPR carve-out.

EU's digital wallet faces backlash as privacy groups warn the Commission's changes could force biometric facial data sharing. This move risks undermining user privacy and security protections agreed upon by Parliament and Council.

Germany launches digital wallet to streamline citizen identification with authorities and businesses. Privacy advocates warn of potential misuse, while proponents cite administrative digitization as a key benefit.

Privacy advocates warn the EU's eID Wallet launch risks user tracking and forced data sharing. Civil society groups urge the Commission to amend draft rules before deployment to protect fundamental rights.

Europe races toward a 2029 digital euro launch, but political hurdles remain. Major disputes over costs, data privacy, and competition are delaying final decisions.

Dutch watchdog warns political parties over illegal microtargeting in local elections. Forty parties likely breached rules, risking sanctions for undisclosed data use.

Dutch researchers warn Snapchat's gamification features pressure young users into excessive screen time. This study advises policymakers on new guidelines to give users more control over online attention.

EDRi sues YouTube in Belgium, alleging its recommender system violates the Digital Services Act. The complaint targets the platform's user autonomy safeguards under new EU digital rules.

European cloud storage alternatives challenge US giants. Spanish startup Internxt offers 1TB for just €16 annually, aiming to reduce reliance on American tech services.

Fewer than 10% of eligible German companies registered for NIS2, stalling the EU's cybersecurity directive rollout. Non-compliance risks significant fines for businesses across the bloc.

EU's AI Act links mandatory regulation with standardization, turning technical norms into a legal tool. This approach aims to shape AI development and compliance across the bloc.

Spain launches Numant-IA, a new data center in Soria dedicated to artificial intelligence for defense. The project integrates advanced computing and algorithms, marking a significant step in Spain's technological military capabilities.

Berlin's data protection officer blasts proposed changes to transparency and data protection laws. The watchdog argues the planned amendments ignore European regulations and reduce, rather than increase, public access to information.

Spain bets on gallium chips as its future in semiconductors, aiming for next-gen photonic semiconductors. This venture could revolutionize telecom, defense, and quantum computing.

Nextcloud Flow vulnerability allows code injection, risking instance compromise. A critical update is now available to patch this security flaw.

Germany's NIS2 registration deadline passed with 18,500 companies missing the mark, risking substantial fines. This oversight prompts political debate over potential errors in the cybersecurity directive's rollout.

FBI gains access to anonymized Proton account payment data via legal aid, challenging Swiss data protection. Proton emphasizes adherence to strict Swiss legal frameworks.

EU Commission preaches digital sovereignty but uses Microsoft Excel forms, drawing criticism from The Document Foundation. LibreOffice developer questions Brussels' commitment to open-source alternatives.

WhatsApp to allow ChatGPT and other AIs following EU pressure to avoid sanctions. Meta imposes a condition on the integration of general-purpose AI services into its messaging platform.