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Digital Europe Programme amended to accelerate the Commission’s digital ambitions
Brussels adjusts the Digital Europe Programme to accelerate digital tech development and deployment through 2027. The amendment includes more funds for AI Gigafactories, supporting the EU's AI Continent Action Plan and rolling out Digital Identity Wallets.
Digital Europe Programme amended to accelerate the Commission’s digital ambitions
The European Commission has amended the Digital Europe Programme (DIGITAL) for 2025-2027 to align with current priorities. The amendment focuses on accelerating the development of critical technologies within Europe....
Chat control: WhatsApp and Threema are more reserved than Signal
Following Signal's threat to withdraw from the EU, WhatsApp and Threema have responded more cautiously to the chat control measures. Both messaging services express concerns that end-to-end encryption could be compromised by the new regulations....
Planned mass surveillance: WhatsApp and Threema are strictly against chat control
WhatsApp and Threema strongly oppose the EU's chat control proposal, citing threats to end-to-end encryption. Both secure messaging platforms argue the plan undermines privacy, freedom, and digital security.
Planned mass surveillance: WhatsApp and Threema are strictly against chat control
WhatsApp and Threema have voiced their opposition to chat control measures, echoing concerns previously raised by Signal. These messaging services argue that chat control undermines end-to-end encryption, threatening privacy, freedom, and digital security....
3 Years of DSA: Researchers launch "Mass Inquiry" on Facebook, X & Co.
The Digital Services Act (DSA) is celebrating its third anniversary. Civil society organizations are now demanding daily overviews of viral posts from major platforms....
Signal may disappear from Europe due to regulations
Signal, a popular WhatsApp alternative, may cease operations in Europe due to disagreements with a new regulation. The specific nature of the regulation is not detailed in the provided source....
New: roadmap for meaningful disclosure
The Dutch "Digitale Overheid" (Digital Government) program has introduced a new step-by-step plan to make government information more accessible. This initiative supports public organizations in fulfilling their obligation to proactively disclose information, as outlined in the Open Government Act (Woo)....
The "Rider Law" aimed to improve delivery in Spain. In the sector, there are those who believe it has served the opposite purpose.
The "Ley Rider" in Spain aimed to improve delivery services. The legislation, introduced in 2021, mandated that delivery platforms reclassify their self-employed delivery workers as employees....
Aircraft bombs: Smart German software reduces the risk of explosion
A German software program is being used to assess the risk of unexploded World War II bombs found in Germany. These bombs cause disruptions like evacuations and transportation delays when discovered....
CWN: making optimal use of the expertise that exists
The Cyberweerbaarheidsnetwerk (CWN) facilitates collaboration between the government and the business sector. This network aims to enhance digital resilience....
EU member states endorse Semicon Declaration ahead of EU Chips Act review
The Semicon Declaration, endorsed by Ireland and presented to the European Commission, has been officially recognized. This declaration comes ahead of a review of the EU Chips Act.
Ukrainian government taps ElevenLabs to power its ‘agentive state’ vision
The Ukrainian Ministry of Digital Transformation has partnered with ElevenLabs to integrate voice technology into its services. This collaboration aims to support Ukraine's "agentive state" vision....
A ghost fleet has mapped the entire underwater structure of the EU. The question is what Moscow will do with that information
The article discusses a Russian spy ship, the Yantar, that has been mapping the underwater infrastructure of Europe. This includes digital communication cables, financial transaction infrastructure, energy supplies, and sensitive military systems....
Google: Digital Markets Act causes significant collateral damage
Google is criticizing the Digital Markets Act (DMA), echoing Apple's concerns regarding the regulation. The company suggests the DMA could have significant negative consequences....
Dispute with EU: Apple makes alternative proposals to the DMA
Apple has submitted alternative proposals to the European Commission regarding the Digital Markets Act (DMA). The iPhone manufacturer outlined its vision for regulating gatekeepers in a document....
Apple fiercely critical of European DMA law: 'It doesn't work' (update with EU reaction)
Apple has strongly criticized the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA), claiming it is ineffective and counterproductive. The tech giant issued a press release outlining its criticisms of the legislation....
EU will not weaken consumer protection for Apple
The European Commission is standing firm on the Digital Markets Act (DMA), refusing to weaken consumer protections against tech companies, despite Apple's requests. The DMA's current form will remain unchanged....
Apple, Google tell Europe its Digital Markets Act isn't working for them – or consumers
Apple and Google have voiced concerns to European regulators about the effectiveness of the Digital Markets Act (DMA). They argue the DMA isn't beneficial for either their companies or consumers....
noyb WINS: Austrian authority forbids unlawful credit scoring by KSV1870
Austrian authorities forbid KSV1870 from unlawful credit scoring after a complaint by noyb. This ruling addresses the misuse of personal data in financial assessments within Austria.