Algorithms: MEPs from EPP, S&D, Greens and Renew demand more transparency

teenage girl on her mobile phone. A 2014 Maastricht University study found that 70% of young people under 21 are addicted to their mobile phones. More than 1,400 doctors, scientists, and experts are calling on politicians to establish age limits for smartphone and social media use. — Algorithms determine what users see on social media. (picture alliance / ROBIN UTRECHT | Robin Utrecht)

Algorithms determine what news can be read on social media. Many digital politicians now consider their power to be too great – and are calling for more transparency and greater control by the Commission.

Corinna Visser

Last updated: 12. November 2025

Digital policy Digital Services Act Omnibus law Big Tech Social Media

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Algorithms: MEPs from EPP, S&D, Greens and Renew demand more transparency

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