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The European Commission is seeking feedback on draft guidelines for AI Act transparency obligations. Stakeholders can participate until June 3, 2026, with input considered for the final report.

The Dutch Data Protection Authority fines taxi app Yango €100 million for transferring personal data to Russia. The company behind Yango's European operations is based in the Netherlands.

EU Parliament and Council agree to ease AI Act obligations for industry, delaying key high-risk system rules to 2027-2028. A ban on AI-generated sexual deepfakes was also added.

"Why Europe should create its own future, not imitate others? " session on next-gen computing and AI launches....

BEUC criticizes the EU's AI Omnibus for creating loopholes and weakening consumer protection by delaying AI Act provisions. The deal rolls back data protections for AI training and exempts machinery from scrutiny, risking future deregulation.

The EU Commission's age verification app uses Google developers' technology, raising privacy and dependency concerns. IT experts warn this reliance on a US tech giant could compromise data protection, especially with the upcoming EUDI Wallet.

EU institutions finalize simpler AI rules to spur innovation and ban 'nudging' apps. The AI Act's high-risk system regulations will apply from late 2027, ensuring readiness.

German data protection officials urge EU lawmakers to scrap "mass surveillance" chat control. They argue it breaches end-to-end encryption and is unprecedented for a state governed by the rule of law.

EU and Japan accelerate digital cooperation, deepening regulatory and research ties on AI, data, quantum, and chips. The partnership aims to improve cross-border data flows and strengthen cooperation on digital infrastructure and platform regulation.

EU and Japan reaffirmed their digital partnership, acknowledging its maturity as a platform for navigating the digital age. The fourth meeting in Brussels focused on shared democratic values and human-centric digital transformation.

EU and US officials are close to an agreement allowing US authorities to access sensitive personal data of EU citizens. The draft "Border Partnership" framework would grant US agencies access to facial images, health data, and sexual orientation for police databases....

The EU's digital euro project faces pressure from banks wanting a weaker version and a tight timeline. The European Central Bank plans a pilot next year, but the European Parliament still debates critical privacy issues.

Civil society launches a summit to counter "simplification" proposals threatening EU digital protections. The convening aims to centre public interest, data protection, and rights in the EU's vision for tech laws and practices.

The Digital Markets Act (DMA) shows potential but faces criticism for lax enforcement by the European Commission. Gatekeepers continue to dominate digital markets due to political interference and a laissez-faire approach to its implementation.

EU lawmakers are wrestling with proposals for a Digital Euro, with a contentious "holding limits" feature temporarily shelved. Key issues like data protection and offline payment capabilities remain unresolved as the deadline for agreement looms.

noyb sues Hamburg data protection authority over inaction on PimEyes facial recognition. The DPA is refusing to act, claiming PimEyes is based in Dubai despite acknowledging its practices are illegal.

EU trilogue talks on AI Act reform failed, delaying loosened rules for AI in industry. Disputes over classifying industrial AI and banning non-consensual deepfakes continue, risking key protections.

EU-Kommission wirft Meta vor, Kinder unter 13 Jahren nicht wirksam von Instagram und Facebook fernzuhalten. Meta verstößt damit gegen den Digital Services Act (DSA) und muss Risiken für Minderjährige besser identifizieren.

Greece's €4 million AI Smart Policing programme, including facial recognition, has been ruled unlawful by the Hellenic Police's data protection authority. The decision confirms concerns about data protection violations and misuse of AI technologies.

Commission urges EU Member States to accelerate rollout of secure age verification app by year-end. The app protects minors from harmful online content and can integrate with the EU Digital Identity Wallet.