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Digital Economy,Digital Economy

European Commission unveils new proposals to regulate Big Tech

The European Commission publishes the long-awaited Digital Services Act alongside the Digital Markets Act.

UK Government introduces long-awaited Online Harms bill

The bill establishes a code of conduct for online platforms, and gives Ofcom the power to impose heavy fines and block services.

US Federal Trade Commission’s lawsuit to undo Facebook’s takeover of Instagram and WhatsApp

The FTC, supported by Attorney Generals of 48 states, takes unprecedented action against Facebook.

European Commission proposes a European Democracy Action Plan

The plan includes a co-regulatory framework for online platforms to tackle disinformation.

UK Government unveils new regime to tackle the power of Big Tech

The Government will form a new Digital Markets Unit within the CMA, and make online platforms subject to a code of conduct.

Dutch regulator strengthens online consumer rights

Online platforms will have to adopt transparency and organisational measures to ensure businesses comply with consumer law.

European Commission introduces Data Governance Act

The Regulation will introduce data intermediaries, and allow data sharing on a voluntary basis.

European Data Protection Board releases recommendations for international data transfers

The recommendations address the demise of the US–EU Privacy Shield scheme.

European Commission opens second investigation into Amazon's e-commerce business practices

The EC has concerns about Amazon’s use of sensitive data from other retailers using the company’s marketplace.

Canada proposes legislation to regulate online streaming services

The new legislation will require online broadcasters to invest in Canadian content and creators.