According to the Court, the EC failed to demonstrate the extent to which the taxable income came from Apple’s Irish branches.
EC releases reports on the functioning of the online platforms economy
The Expert Group on the Online Platform Economy identified a broad range of policy issues requiring further research.
Japanese Government proposes ‘Digital New Deal’ to upgrade its infrastructure
The Government proposed a comprehensive policy to digitise its services which came under pressure during the COVID-19 pandemic.
UK Competition and Markets Authority calls for a new regime to regulate Big Tech
The CMA asks the UK Government to reform competition law to tackle Google and Facebook’s market power.
UK regulators form a Digital Regulation Cooperation Forum
UK House of Lords Committee warns of a ‘pandemic of misinformation’
The Democracy and Digital Technologies Committee published the findings of its inquiry on Digital Technology and Trust, along with a set of proposed remedies.
Australian regulator outlines guidelines for codes of practice to counter misinformation
The ACMA set out its expectations for voluntary codes to counter misinformation and to help consumers when it comes to the quality of online news and information.
European Commission concludes two-year review of GDPR
The Commission maintains the Regulation is generally working, but has found room for improvement in cooperation between countries.
Google loses appeal against GDPR fine in France
The Council of State confirmed the decision of the data protection authority to fine Google €50m for its targeted advertising practices.
French court strikes down most of the country’s law on hate speech
The constitutional court found that the law undermines freedom of speech in a disproportionate way. The decision could have an impact on future EU law on the matter.
