News - For Governments

German data protection chief's BND oversight lawsuit rejected, creating a "control-free zone" for intelligence agency operations. Experts urge government action to ensure effective oversight of digital surveillance.

EU's Digital Markets Act grants consumers more choice and control since March 2024. The DMA compels tech giants to end unfair practices, fostering fairer prices and innovation across online services.

Dutch government security framework BIO2 updates to v1. 3, aligning with the Cybersecurity Act....

Reddit loses court battle with Dutch Data Protection Authority. The court rejected all of Reddit's requests against the AP, signaling a setback for the social media giant.

EU accelerates AI adoption in agrifood and climate sectors. Commission-led webinars will showcase AI's potential to shape European ecosystems.

EU consumers face 4,671 unsafe products in 2025, highlighting urgent need to overhaul e-commerce market surveillance. BEUC calls for marketplace accountability and swift EU action to curb dangerous goods entering the bloc.

Brussels launches Special Panel on child safety online, pushing for expert recommendations and potential age restrictions. The initiative aims to mirror real-world child protection standards for the digital realm.

noyb criticizes EU's GDPR "simplification" as misaligned with business needs, finding participant responses contradict Commission's direction. The report highlights the gap between proposed changes and practical GDPR implementation.

Dutch data watchdog warns of critical AI risks, urging swift regulation and enforcement. Urgent clarity is needed for organizations to avoid discriminatory algorithms, with no current means to address non-compliance.

EU pushes Chat Control legislation, risking end-to-end encryption. Digital Fairness Act aims to disrupt extractive business models impacting user rights.

EU shifts AML/CFT burden to private firms, creating extensive financial surveillance. Revised rules, set to take effect mid-2027, expand this system, impacting ordinary citizens.

Brussels hosts AI forum for 3D digital twins in cultural heritage, driving Europe's Apply AI Strategy forward. The event, set for March 23, 2026, aims to integrate advanced AI in preserving historical sites.