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32 organizations warn the EU's AI Act "simplification" could weaken consumer protection. The groups fear loopholes for AI in medical devices and toys....

BEUC and 33 other organizations urge EU lawmakers to preserve the AI Act's scope. Proposals in the AI Omnibus risk weakening the legislation's effectiveness in regulating artificial intelligence.

The European Commission launches a consultation on measuring AI energy consumption and emissions, seeking input on a study to foster energy-efficient AI. Responses will inform an AI Act measurement framework and potential energy labeling.

WetterOnline faces a fine from the North Rhine-Westphalia data protection authority for collecting precise user location data without consent. The app allegedly sold this data to third parties for advertising purposes, violating privacy regulations.

EDRi urges the EU Commission to halt US dialogue on tech rules, fearing Big Tech could weaken regulations. Civil society groups warn that these digital laws should not become bargaining chips.

EDRi and partners launch a practical guide for investigative journalists and digital rights groups. The Civic Journalism Coalition aims to foster collaboration on digital rights issues through workshops and investigations.

Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (AP) completed cases faster in 2025 with clear violations, issuing warnings and securing procedural adjustments. The Dutch data protection authority made its expectations clear without lengthy legal battles.

Dutch regulators and law enforcement agencies push for a Europe-wide ban on "nudify tools." They advocate for closing loopholes that allow consent-based creation of nudes, deeming it crucial for effective enforcement.

EDRi criticizes the EU's deregulation and securitisation agenda for undermining fundamental rights. The network highlights digital rights news impacting Europeans in its latest bi-weekly newsletter.

Greek courts convict four individuals in Predatorgate scandal for unlawful surveillance, sentencing them to 126 years collectively. The verdict challenges spyware vendor impunity and intensifies calls for a ban across the EU.

The EU is launching a public consultation for its Digital Fairness Act, targeting children aged 12-17. The new law aims to ensure safe and positive online experiences for young users across apps, websites, and social media platforms.

European Digital Infrastructure Consortium launches projects for open digital infrastructure. An "100-day challenge" and a pilot for a European Sovereign Tech Fund are among the initiatives.

Experts warn a new German police law amendment may clash with the EU's AI Act. Jurists noted potential conflicts with the AI Regulation, and a police union representative raised concerns about discriminatory software use.

The EU Parliament finalized its position on the AI Act, including a ban on deepfake exploitation. However, criticism mounts over proposed exemptions for AI in medical devices, smartwatches, and toys from key regulations....

BEUC warns the EU's AI Act risks fragmentation, leaving major consumer risks unaddressed by narrowing its scope. MEPs' proposal to exclude many AI-embedded products from high-risk classification weakens protections.

The European Commission is investigating Snapchat under the Digital Services Act over child protection concerns. The probe focuses on potential exposure of minors to grooming, illegal goods, and age-restricted products.

The European Commission preliminarily found Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX and XVideos in breach of the Digital Services Act for failing to protect minors. The platforms must now respond to the Commission's findings regarding child exposure to pornography.

Dutch government held open dialogues with 69 tech firms on sovereign cloud services. The goal was to gather market input on defining and achieving sovereign cloud for public sector use.

Researchers at ETH Zurich unveil chip technology to verify sensor data authenticity, combating AI-generated deepfakes. This innovation aims to safeguard democratic processes and public trust against manipulated media.

Dutch data watchdog publishes cloud guide for health data processors. The practical guide aims to ensure careful consideration of risks when organizations utilize cloud solutions for sensitive health information.