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ChatGPT is set to fall under the EU's Digital Services Act in August. This designation will enhance user protection and transparency for AI services across the European Union.

The European Commission launches a €30 billion bid to build seven AI "gigafactories." This initiative aims to give the EU computing power for frontier AI training, reducing reliance on the United States.

ChatGPT and Roblox may soon face the EU's strictest Digital Services Act rules. A European Commission spokesperson confirmed designation is "definitely possible" for these platforms.

EU launches AI Gigafactories call to boost computing capacity and unlock €30B+ investment. Seven factories will combine advanced AI, cloud, and data centers to accelerate AI development and strengthen Europe's technological sovereignty.

EU eyes stricter oversight for ChatGPT and Roblox, classifying them as Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs). Both services exceed 45 million monthly users within the Union, triggering enhanced Digital Services Act (DSA) regulations.

BEUC urges the European Commission to fix AFIR regulatory gaps for EV charging. Despite EU requirements, opaque pricing and payment issues hinder consumer trust and EV adoption across Europe.

BEUC and T&E call for AFIR review to ensure transparent EV charging prices across Europe. A study aims to enhance price comparability and visibility of all charging costs before and after sessions.

noyb files GDPR complaint against dict. cc for allegedly obtaining uninformed consent for 1,741 tracking partners....

Germany assumes AI supervision for the upcoming EU AI Act. The Bundesnetzagentur is now responsible for market surveillance and complaints under the new law.

European Investment Bank (EIB) backs electric mobility with €48 million financing for Drivalia. The agreement will deploy nearly 2,900 battery electric vehicles across Italy and Finland, significantly cutting CO₂ emissions.

UE mandates electric charging points every 60km on major roads, alongside hydrogen refueling. New European Union rules redefine infrastructure placement for electric vehicles and hydrogen across the continent.

British defence startup Agon launches with $30m to build virtual battlefields for AI weapons training. The funding supports European defence autonomy companies in an AI arms race.

The European Union's new "right to repair" directive takes effect July 31, mandating device repairs even out of warranty. This directive aims to reduce electronic waste and promote circular economy principles by making repairs more accessible and attractive.

Munich-based 5U AI lands $3. 2M pre-seed for its AI freight workforce platform....

EU fines under the Digital Markets Act (DMA) are substantial in absolute terms but minimal against the financial might of US tech giants. Google's €890 million penalty represents only 0....

Sofia-based Tiger Technology secures €8. 7 million for its hybrid cloud data infrastructure....

Lidl Germany now accepts Wero, an EU banking initiative aiming to reduce reliance on Visa and Mastercard. This integration allows customers to pay directly from their bank accounts in real-time.

SAP customers must address remaining AI compliance obligations despite the Digital Omnibus shifting some duties. Immediate action is needed to ensure compliance with specific AI requirements impacting SAP's Joule platform.

Budapest-based Ominimo, a motor insurance startup, secures €20. 1 million in Series B funding....

Milan's Beelzebub secures €3 million Seed funding to combat AI-driven cyberattacks with AI-powered traps. The AI-native cybersecurity platform will expand its research team and client acquisition across Europe, focusing on NIS2-regulated organizations.