The EU Commission has announced a Digital Package with two omnibus proposals to reduce bureaucracy and simplify regulations. While business associations welcome the simplifications, consumer advocates warn of a data protection rollback.
By Corinna Visser
Germany and France want to move forward together to promote Europe’s digital sovereignty. However, they do not agree on everything.
By Corinna Visser
The proposal for the European Democracy Shield proves disappointing with its modest steps. There is a lack of binding measures. Parliamentarians want to know what influence the US government has had on the initiative.
By Corinna Visser
The draft of the European Democracy Shield includes provisions for a new coordination body that pools expertise from member states, EU institutions and civil society. Another new feature is a crisis protocol for disinformation incidents.
By Corinna Visser
Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen explains in an interview with Table.Briefings why she sees a great need for AI infrastructure in Germany. She encourages applicants to merge their applications.
By Kristian Kudela
In the Commission’s preliminary opinion, the platforms do not grant scientists the access to data required by the Digital Services Act. The authority also criticizes the reporting procedure at Facebook and Instagram.
By Corinna Visser
Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger met with Commission Vice-President Virkkunen and Commissioner McGrath in Brussels. They discussed the simplification of digital laws and an ambitious digital omnibus.
By Corinna Visser
