The LIBE Committee had surprisingly rejected the extension of the interim regulation. The plenary session is now expected to correct this “accident” so that providers can continue to voluntarily detect abusive material.
By Corinna Visser
The EU Commission has presented an action plan to counter cyberbullying. The plan bundles together existing measures and focuses on preventative approaches, but there are no binding minimum standards.
By Corinna Visser
The EU Commission intends to present its proposal for the Digital Fairness Act at the end of 2026. A public consultation report demonstrates broad support for binding rules, particularly for dark patterns and addictive designs.
By Corinna Visser
EU Commissioner for Home Affairs Magnus Brunner supports the Parliament in the dispute over chat control. He criticizes the Council’s position, but is pleased that the trilogue can now begin.
By Corinna Visser
Young people in Australia are critical of the planned social media ban for under-16s. Many say they will bypass the age controls and are instead calling for more media education, stricter moderation and age-appropriate features.
By Vera Kraft
In an own-initiative report, the EU Parliament calls for stricter rules to protect children and young people on the internet. MEPs are calling for age limits for social media and a mandatory age-appropriate design of online platforms.
By Corinna Visser
The Danish Council Presidency has removed the obligations for active detection from the draft CSA Regulation. Germany now wants to agree to this. Digital expert Breyer warns against chat control through the back door.
By Corinna Visser
On Thursday, the Internal Market Committee adopted Christel Schaldemose’s own-initiative report on protecting minors online by a large majority. It will go to the plenary in November.
By Corinna Visser
