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‘Apple has almost reached an agreement with the EU on the Digital Markets Act’
Apple is close to reaching an agreement with the EU regarding the Digital Markets Act (DMA). The relationship between Apple and the EU has been somewhat strained since the DMA's introduction....
Anonymization and pseudonymization: take part in the stakeholder event
The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) is organizing a remote stakeholder event to gather input on anonymization and pseudonymization. This initiative follows a clarification from the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) regarding the scope of personal data....
DMA and GDPR: EDPB and European Commission endorse joint guidelines to clarify common touchpoints
Brussels releases joint guidelines from the European Data Protection Board and the European Commission to clarify how the Digital Markets Act and GDPR interact. The guidelines aim to help gatekeepers understand obligations and rights, providing legal certainty for businesses and individuals.
DMA and GDPR: EDPB and European Commission endorse joint guidelines to clarify common touchpoints
The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and the European Commission have jointly endorsed guidelines clarifying the interplay between the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). These are the first joint guidelines from the EDPB and the Commission, aiming to simplify compliance for businesses....
Nextcloud withdraws European Commission OneDrive bundling complaint
Nextcloud has withdrawn its complaint against the European Commission regarding Microsoft's OneDrive bundling practices. The open-source cloud platform had previously alleged unfair competition, but now ends the legal challenge.
Impact analysis AI for provinces and water authorities
The new European AI regulation impacts all levels of government, according to an impact analysis for water authorities and provinces. The analysis, which follows a similar study for municipalities, outlines the steps these entities must take for responsible AI implementation....
Dublin-based DevAlly raises €2 million to help companies comply with Europe’s new accessibility law
Dublin-based startup DevAlly secured €2 million in pre-seed funding to enhance its AI-powered platform, which aids companies in adhering to Europe's new accessibility regulations. The funding round was led by Miles Ahead Capital, with participation from NDRC, Enterprise Ireland, and other angel investors....
Unaric expands its UK AI footprint with DESelect acquisition
Unaric, a London-based software company, has acquired DESelect, a US-based Salesforce ISV, for an undisclosed eight-figure sum. This marks Unaric's ninth acquisition in two years and strengthens its position in the AI-driven tools market built on the Salesforce platform....
The biggest European semiconductor deals in H1 2025
European semiconductor companies secured €1. 4 billion across 30 deals in the first half of 2025, representing approximately 4% of total capital and 1....
What the rest of Europe can learn from France about defence startups
France has emerged as a leading European hub for defense startups, driven by significant regulatory reforms and state intervention. Over the past two years, the country has revamped immigration laws, simplified legal structures, and expanded funding avenues to foster innovation in the defense and dual-use technology sectors....
Startup Battlefield alum DevAlly raises €2M to help companies with Europe’s feisty new accessibility law
DevAlly, a startup and alum of the Startup Battlefield, secured €2 million in funding. The company focuses on assisting businesses in Europe to comply with the region's accessibility regulations....
Collaboration Privacy Guides and Bits of Freedom
Bits of Freedom has partnered with Privacy Guides to update and maintain its website, Fixjeprivacy. nl....
BiMA raises €500K for screen-free projector bringing mindful entertainment to children
BiMA, a Munich-based platform focused on mindful entertainment for children, has secured €500,000 in a pre-seed funding round. The funding will support the market launch of its first product, a screen-free projector designed to create immersive environments for children....
European Market - European Rules
The Digital Markets Act (DMA) and Digital Services Act (DSA) are not an affront to the United States, but an expression of European sovereignty, according to Dennis-Kenji Kipker. The regulations aim to create a fair and competitive digital market within the European Union....
Hyped AI business automation startup n8n raises $180M, valuing it at $2.5BN
Berlin-based AI automation startup n8n secured $180 million in Series C funding, reaching a valuation of $2. 5 billion....
Justice sides with Holaluz employees: there were no grounds to eliminate telecommuting
The Barcelona-based energy company Holaluz was found guilty by the Social Court No. 21 for eliminating remote work for its entire workforce....
Cybersecurity Services Certification Scheme now available
O Esquema de Certificação de Serviços de Cibersegurança, desenvolvido pelo CNCS, está agora disponível. Este esquema visa identificar e valorizar os serviços de cibersegurança....
Report: EU nearing agreement with Apple and Meta in App Store dispute
The European Commission is reportedly close to reaching a resolution with Apple regarding the Digital Markets Act (DMA). This follows the initiation of proceedings against the tech giant over its app store practices....
Panel on AI Finance Lab - for European AI startups
The European Commission is hosting a panel discussion focused on AI Finance Lab for European AI startups. The event will take place on October 8, 2025, and aims to connect European AI startups with investors....
How to stay ahead of NIS2 and the latest EU cybersecurity rules
The EU's cybersecurity regulatory landscape is evolving, with businesses needing to stay informed on the latest developments. Legal expert Ricky Kelly from RDJ provides insights into the current state of cyber regulations....