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EU orders Google to share search data with third-parties Data Privacy Security Platforms

EU orders Google to share search data with third-parties

by Egle Markeviciute

The EU has ordered Google to share its search data with rivals by January 2027 under the DMA. But as concerns grow over data privacy and loopholes, a new survey reveals that 71% of Europeans have no idea their data will be shared.

Forever isn't a spectrum policy: how the DNA gets spectrum licensing wrong Infra

Forever isn't a spectrum policy: how the DNA gets spectrum licensing wrong

by John Howes

As the EU discusses proposals for the Digital Networks Act (DNA), opinions on future spectrum policy are divided.

What can the EU do to improve lawmaking?

What can the EU do to improve lawmaking?

by EU TECH LOOP

The Consumer Choice Center Europe's new report “Wiser regulation” evaluates the Commission's EU rulebook communication, identifies structural flaws in legislative processes, and offers tech-forward, actionable recommendations for EU institutions and member states.

Orwellian outcomes: Chat Control 1.0 adopted by the EP Data Privacy Security

Orwellian outcomes: Chat Control 1.0 adopted by the EP

by Egle Markeviciute

Orwellian outcomes at the EP: procedural loopholes made the European Parliament adopt Chat Control 1.0, extending mass communication scanning until 2028.

21st-century demos: how Ireland consulted the public on its EU Presidency

21st-century demos: how Ireland consulted the public on its EU Presidency

by Egle Markeviciute

Ireland’s timely and comprehensive public consultation with the public on its Presidency priorities stands out as an exemplary, transparent model, demonstrating how to effectively involve citizens in shaping European policy.

Study: data protection rules slow LLM rollout in Europe AI Data Privacy Platforms

Study: data protection rules slow LLM rollout in Europe

by Egle Markeviciute

A new Gov AI study reveals that EU data protection rules are stalling AI adoption, leaving 11% of advanced LLM releases delayed or blocked in Europe compared to the US. Meta faced the biggest hurdles, withholding 26% of its models from the bloc.

Irish Presidency: what’s on the radar for digital, consumers, and innovators? Data Infra Security Privacy Platforms

Irish Presidency: what’s on the radar for digital, consumers, and innovators?

by Egle Markeviciute

On July 1, Ireland takes the helm of the Council of the EU with 68 "priorities" spanning competitiveness, values, and security.

Two thirds of European teenagers do not feel "stressed, sad, or socially excluded" because of social media? Data Privacy Security Platforms

Two thirds of European teenagers do not feel "stressed, sad, or socially excluded" because of social media?

by Egle Markeviciute

Eurobarometer stats challenge political alarmism over teen social media use: 2/3 don't feel stressed, sad, or excluded; 55% don't compare themselves to others; and 75% haven't encountered problematic content like hate speech online.

EU's Cloud & AI development act met with a mixed reception AI Infra Data Security Platforms

EU's Cloud & AI development act met with a mixed reception

by Egle Markeviciute

The European Commission's goal of tripling the EU’s data center market within 5 to 7 years would not be possible without intrusive market engineering, and CADA does exactly that.

The EU’s DMA: fines, delayed features and unclear benefits AI Data Platforms

The EU’s DMA: fines, delayed features and unclear benefits

by Egle Markeviciute

Apple’s Siri AI delay has turned the DMA from a Brussels bubble debate into a consumer issue: the DMA is meant to ensure a fair market, but what are the measurable benefits for consumers and founders?

Why European businesses are not using AI tools AI Data Privacy

Why European businesses are not using AI tools

by Egle Markeviciute

Eurostat's 2025 data show that a lack of technical expertise, data privacy concerns, and legal uncertainty remain the main barriers to the use of AI tools among European businesses, even as most companies recognize AI’s potential value.

The EU’s plan to tackle “cookie fatigue” Data Privacy Platforms

The EU’s plan to tackle “cookie fatigue”

by Egle Markeviciute

The EU wants to reduce “cookie fatigue” through browser-level consent rules that promise fewer banners and more transparency. Critics warn the proposal could create new gatekeepers, weaken personalised advertising, and increase costs for European businesses.

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