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German survey tools using EU servers offer privacy-friendly alternatives to US-based platforms like MS Forms. Testing focuses on data protection for online surveys and voting.

EU digital regulations delay major tech services like Apple's Siri AI launch in Europe. However, 83% of EU consumers surveyed believe authorities should ensure AI and new tech respect EU rights and values.

Fintech firm Pleo lays off approximately 50 staff, impacting product, tech, and data roles across Denmark, the UK, and Germany. The move aims to simplify decision-making and accelerate product delivery for European customers.

Berlin-based Angel Invest closes €40 million Fund III, exceeding its target. The fund will invest in angel, pre-Seed, and Seed stage companies, building on its portfolio of over 110 backed startups.

GDPR: Court significantly reduces multi-million fine for Deutsche Wohnen. Berlin's data protection authority imposed a fine of 14....

Polish SpaceTech startup Sybilla Technologies secures over €8 million to enhance its space monitoring capabilities. The funding will expand its sensor network and analytical services, deepening cooperation with partners across Europe.

EU lawmakers are urged to reject the AI Omnibus deal, which weakens AI safeguards and transparency. The agreement, presented as a technical simplification of the AI Act, risks setting a dangerous precedent for the EU's digital rulebook.

Meta clashes with the EU Commission over blocking rival AI bots from WhatsApp Business. The skirmish highlights ongoing tensions regarding platform access and competition within the European digital market.

Hamburg-based Generation Tech Partners launches a €50M AI roll-up fund to acquire German SMEs. The fund aims to revamp these companies with AI, creating larger entities for eventual sale.

The European Central Bank restricted Revolut from launching new products across the European Economic Area due to concerns about its rapid approval processes. This intervention had not been previously disclosed.

Polish FinTech paymove secures €2. 12 million to build payment infrastructure for AI agents and expand into Western Europe....

Deutsche Wohnen's €14. 5M GDPR fine cut to €900K by court....

The European Commission launches its final Code of Practice on marking AI-generated content. The voluntary code aids providers in meeting AI Act transparency obligations, requiring clear labelling of deepfakes and AI-manipulated public interest content from August 2, 2026.

Brussels delays datacenter efficiency ratings, risking credit for operators and lenders. The EU's proposed A-to-G scale faces industry criticism over climate diversity and stalled implementation.

Paris-based Uncovr raises €6 million for its surgical AI that transforms operative video into clinical records. This funding fuels development of foundational datasets for scaling surgical knowledge transmission and application.

The EU orders Meta to open WhatsApp to rival AI chatbots, preventing 'irreparable harm to competition.' This move addresses the growing market for AI integration within messaging platforms.

The AI Office is hosting an info session on June 22nd to present the Code of Practice for transparency of AI-generated content and its signature process. Interested signatories must register by June 18th to receive further details.

EU Commission forces Meta to grant AI providers free WhatsApp access. Brussels reprimands discrimination against foreign assistants and gives Meta only five working days for implementation.

EU threatens WhatsApp with fines over its AI fee. This is part of a broader investigation into the practices of large messaging services.

WhatsApp faces an EU mandate to allow rival AI chatbots freely within five days or risk hefty fines. Meta is protesting this rare regulatory action.