News - For Governments

The Dutch government's first Generative AI monitor revealed a surge in AI adoption across public sector organizations. Applications jumped from 8 to 81 in a year, with municipalities leading in chatbots and internal AI assistants....

The German Federal Commissioner for Data Protection criticizes EU data policy, saying the current debate is misguided. She argues that reforms require a societal goal, adding that data protection law isn't fulfilling its function.

The German IT Planning Council plans to expand the national AI transparency register across all levels of administration. Despite this, the extent and risks of AI use by public administrations remain unclear.

Brussels' top court ruled that online marketplaces share responsibility for user-posted content violating data protection laws. This decision means platforms must proactively check ads for sensitive data before publishing, impacting liability....

Dutch municipalities unanimously agreed to collectively address AI, cloud, and digital security challenges. This initiative follows the national digitalization strategy, aiming for at least 80% collective action across various digital themes.

Dutch government initiatives aim to build a sovereign cloud for the public sector to reduce reliance on foreign providers. This push is led by Ron Kolkman, who highlights cloud technology's crucial role in the country's digital infrastructure.

The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) launches a three-week public campaign urging organizations to review their cookie policies. The campaign will run across various media channels including radio, websites, and newspapers.

Brussels launches a public feedback phase on draft rules for establishing AI regulatory sandboxes, a key element of the AI Act. This initiative allows providers to test AI systems under supervision, with feedback accepted until January 6, 2026.

Brussels launches a stakeholder consultation on protocols for reserving rights from text and data mining under the AI Act, starting December 1st. The online information session aims to present the consultation process to interested stakeholders.

The EU's digital sovereignty push, discussed at a recent summit, emphasizes European tech independence. However, civil society groups argue that open-source solutions are more crucial than origin, as Denmark moves to wean itself off Microsoft, spurred by political pressures.

Austrian researchers exposed a massive data leak, uncovering 3. 5 billion WhatsApp user profiles....

Brussels levied a €750,000 fine against Condé Nast, publisher of Vanity Fair, for illegally placing cookies without user consent. The French Data Protection Authority (DPA) issued the penalty on November 27, 2025.

Brussels weakens digital rights by introducing its new Digital Omnibus, dismantling key safeguards within the GDPR, ePrivacy rules, and the AI Act. This action makes accessing device data easier, lowers protections against discriminatory AI, and weakens limits on automated decision-making.

Brussels demands Shein provide information about illegal product sales, particularly child-like sex dolls and weapons, under the Digital Services Act. The Commission is investigating potential systemic risks to EU consumers, as this is the third request for information sent to Shein.

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.

Brussels launches the first "Apply AI" webinar, focusing on AI's impact on healthcare and pharmaceuticals. The event will livestream on December 9th, with a recorded version and slides available afterward.

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.

Brussels launches the AI Act Service Desk to help organizations understand and implement the EU's AI regulations. The platform provides clear explanations, practical tools, and expert support for governments, businesses, and other stakeholders.

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.

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.