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Brussels published a study supporting the evaluation of key European data regulations, including the Free Flow of Non-Personal Data Regulation. The research assesses the effectiveness of these acts in establishing a single market for data and promoting a competitive data economy.

Brussels is holding an online workshop on January 26, 2026, to gather feedback on the Data Act. The workshop will focus on guidelines for selected definitions within the act....

Brussels is hosting online info days from January 29-30, 2026, focusing on key digital technologies. The event will cover AI, robotics, advanced computing, and Big Data.

Dutch government organizations must prepare for the Cyberbeveiligingswet (Cbw) with new tools and resources now available on DigitaleOverheid. nl....

Webshops across the EU can no longer force customers to create accounts before buying products, according to new recommendations. The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) clarified that mandatory accounts for online purchases often violate privacy rules, addressing long-standing consumer complaints.

Dutch authorities closed the internet consultation for the Cyber Security Act (Cbw) and the Resilience of Critical Entities Act (Wwke). These laws implement EU directives to boost the cyber resilience of organizations....

Brussels released a first draft Code of Practice on transparency for AI-generated content. The code addresses key considerations for AI system providers and deployers, aiming for content labeling.

Brussels unveiled a first draft of its Code of Practice on marking and labeling AI-generated content, pushing forward its AI Act implementation. The voluntary code, designed for providers and deployers, will finalize by June 2026, with transparency rules becoming applicable on August 2, 2026.

The Dutch Data Protection Authority fined HAN University €175,000 for failing to adequately secure personal data. The investigation revealed insufficient measures were taken to protect student and employee information.

TikTok faces scrutiny for unlawfully tracking user activity, including shopping and dating app usage, potentially violating privacy laws. The platform's off-app tracking capabilities raise concerns about data collection practices.

BEUC urges the EU to uphold consumer protections within the Digital Omnibus proposals, specifically regarding GDPR and the AI Act. The consumer organization expresses concerns that recent proposals may weaken these safeguards.

European privacy advocate Max Schrems criticizes the EU's proposed GDPR reform, arguing it needs significant changes. Schrems advocates for a reform that would ease burdens on small businesses while more strictly regulating data giants.

German data protection authorities criticize the EU Commission's digital omnibus plans, citing concerns about legal uncertainties. The Conference of Data Protection Authorities of the Federation and the Länder (DSK) has proposed alternative reform suggestions to address these issues.

EU Social Democrats seek to understand the Digital Services Act's implementation by forming an investigation committee. This move follows the first penalty under the DSA: a €120 million fine against X.

The European Commission fined X €120 million for violating the Digital Services Act, a major win for digital regulation. This action underscores the EU's commitment to holding online platforms accountable for misleading users and undermining democracy.

Meta will offer EU users a choice to see fewer personalized ads on Facebook and Instagram to comply with the Digital Markets Act. This move follows the European Commission's acknowledgement of Meta's commitment to the new regulation.

The EU and Korea finalized a Digital Trade Agreement, aiming to strengthen consumer rights in online markets. The agreement focuses on consumer protection, data privacy, and product safety, creating a framework for cross-border digital trade.

The Dutch Open Overheid website relaunches with a new search function, making it easier to find government documents. The updated site offers improved navigation and over 625,000 downloadable documents.

Brussels slapped X with a €120 million fine for violating the Digital Services Act due to transparency failures. The platform, formerly known as Twitter, faces criticism over misleading blue checkmarks, inadequate advertising data, and insufficient data access for researchers.

The European Commission found that X violated key transparency obligations under the Digital Services Act. These include deceptive design and opaque advertising practices, which pose serious risks to consumers....