News - For Governments
Daily digest of all European digital development news
noyb WINS: Austrian authority forbids unlawful credit scoring by KSV1870
The Austrian data protection authority has ruled against KSV1870, an Austrian credit information agency, following a complaint from noyb. The ruling found the agency's credit scoring practices to be unlawful....
Apple blames EU’s Digital Markets Act for feature delays
Apple has stated that the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) is causing delays in the release of certain features within the EU. The company claims the DMA's enforcement is resulting in a less favorable experience for its European customers....
AP points out new rules for online political advertising to political parties
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) is informing political parties about new regulations concerning online political advertising. These rules will affect how parties target voters with online political advertisements....
Digital Markets Act: Apple sees European users as clear losers
Apple has criticized the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) in a new statement. The iPhone manufacturer believes the DMA disadvantages them....
Apple: EU's Digital Markets Act DMA should be abolished
Apple is challenging the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA). The DMA mandates that Apple open up iPhones and iPads and regulates the company in detail....
Scrap Digital Markets Act, Apple tells EU
Apple has urged the EU to scrap the Digital Markets Act (DMA), claiming the legislation is hindering business operations within Europe. The tech giant argues that the DMA, designed to regulate large digital platforms, is not achieving its intended goals....
#PrivacyCamp25: The final programme is here
PrivacyCamp25 will be held on September 30, 2025, both online and in Brussels at La Tricoterie. The event's final program is now available....
Chat Control: What is actually going on?
The EU is currently debating the EU CSA Regulation, a law concerning mass surveillance, encryption, and anonymity. A vote on the regulation is scheduled for October 13 or 14, 2025....
Chat Control: What is actually going on?
EU governments face a critical October vote on the controversial EU CSA Regulation, a law potentially enabling mass surveillance. This could break encryption and threaten anonymity for European citizens.
AP concerned about AI training LinkedIn and calls on users to adjust settings
LinkedIn users must adjust their settings before November 3rd if they don't want their data used to train AI models. The Dutch Data Protection Authority, AP, has issued a warning regarding the matter.
AP concerned about AI training on LinkedIn and calls on users to adjust settings
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) is concerned about LinkedIn using user data for AI model training. The AP urges users to adjust their settings to prevent their data from being used for this purpose....
Save the date: AI Supervision Congress 2025
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) and the Dutch Digital Infrastructure Inspectorate (RDI) will host the AI Toezichtcongres on December 10, 2025. The congress is aimed at organizations preparing for the upcoming AI Act.
'Neighbors' camera' a major annoyance; Dutch DPA wants preventative approach to doorbell cameras
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) is receiving an increasing number of complaints regarding privacy concerns stemming from neighbors' doorbell and security cameras. These complaints highlight issues related to the misuse of these devices....
Commission requests information under Digital Services Act from Apple, Booking.com, Google and Microsoft on financial scams
The European Commission has requested information from major tech companies including Apple, Booking. com, Google, and Microsoft regarding financial scams on their platforms....
Commission requests information under Digital Services Act from Apple, Booking.com, Google and Microsoft on financial scams
The European Commission demands information from Apple, Google, Microsoft, and Booking. com regarding financial scams on their platforms....
The EU’s €2T budget overlooks a key tech pillar: Open source
The European Commission proposed a €2 trillion budget spanning seven years. This budget aims to enhance autonomy, competitiveness, and resilience within the EU, with a focus on cybersecurity and innovation....
Open Letter: The European Commission and Member States must keep AI Act national implementation on track
EDRi and other civil society organizations are urging the European Commission and member states to ensure the AI Act's timely national implementation. They emphasize that the rights outlined in the AI Act should be realized and not remain theoretical....
Open Letter: The European Commission and Member States must keep AI Act national implementation on track
European Digital Rights (EDRi) and civil society groups demand the European Commission and member states accelerate the implementation of the AI Act. The open letter insists on immediate action to prevent the AI Act's rights from becoming empty promises.
AI Governance Framework for municipalities
The VNG has launched an AI governance framework designed to assist municipalities in the safe and responsible procurement, development, and utilization of artificial intelligence and algorithms. This framework aims to provide guidance for local governments on how to manage and implement AI solutions effectively.
EuroHPC AI Factories Update Webinar
Brussels will host a webinar on October 17, 2025, to update information on AI Factories. The webinar will showcase infrastructure, services, and use cases from AI Factories and related projects.