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.
European Commission requires Big Tech to report monthly on disinformation
The EC will seek to expand the reporting programme to platforms such as WhatsApp and TikTok not currently signed up to the Code of Conduct.
US President issues Executive Order to regulate social media platforms
Donald Trump reacted after Twitter fact-checked his posts, with an order directing the FCC to regulate social media platforms.
German Government proposes amendments to law on online hate speech
New provisions in the Network Enforcement Act will give users a right to challenge social networks’ decisions on illegal content.
Committee agrees principles to advance global regulation of social media
The International Grand Committee on Disinformation also proposed a moratorium on “misleading micro-targeted political ads” online.
The next European Commission will draft a ‘Digital Services Act’
The rules will strengthen liability for digital platforms, services and products, and complete the Commission’s work on the Digital Single Market.
French broadcasting authority adopts recommendation on disinformation for online platforms
Singapore passes controversial law against fake news
ENISA issues cybersecurity recommendations for EU elections
The EU Agency for Cybersecurity has issued an opinion paper on how to safeguard the electoral process.
UK Parliament’s DCMS Committee publishes final report on Disinformation inquiry
The Committee for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport in the House of Commons has concluded its inquiry into Fake News.
