Nostr notes by Henna Virkkunen

€20.5M are now available to support journalism, media pluralism ...

2026-10-23T09:50:55Z

€20.5M are now available to support journalism, media pluralism and media literacy across Europe.

The new calls will support journalism partnerships, cross border collaboration between news organisations, innovative business models, and local and public interest media.

But also cross border media literacy projects, helping citizens navigate the information space safely and strengthening resilience against disinfo and foreign information manipulation and interference.

https://link.europa.eu/xryqRk

Europeans should be able to book holidays without fear of being ...

2026-10-21T10:15:04Z

Europeans should be able to book holidays without fear of being scammed.

We opened formal proceedings to assess whether Booking.com may have breached the Digital Services Act by not having diligently assessed or effectively mitigated risks related to fraudulent listings and non-compliant offers of accommodation services.

The DSA sets clear responsibilities on platforms to address these risks.

https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_2223

Yesterday we started negotiations with Parliament and Member ...

2026-10-15T14:08:24Z

Yesterday we started negotiations with Parliament and Member States on the European Business Wallets. This proposal from the Commission will soon allow our European businesses to communicate with public administrations and take care of administrative paperwork in a fully digital manner.

Two days in Ireland on connectivity and trusted AI. In Limerick, ...

2026-10-14T15:07:49Z

Two days in Ireland on connectivity and trusted AI.

In Limerick, EU Telecom Ministers discussed the Digital Networks Act, subsea cables and network resilience.

At the AI Summit in Dublin, I underlined that Europe must build its own AI capabilities, keep AI under human control and put it to work across our economy.

With the Irish Presidency, we also launched the European AI Innovation Month: nearly 100 events across Europe, leading up to the Apply AI Summit on 17 November.

Closer to Ukraine through deeper cooperation on cybersecurity. We ...

2026-10-13T15:52:49Z

Closer to Ukraine through deeper cooperation on cybersecurity.

We held our 5th EU–Ukraine Cyber Dialogue in Brussels. It was an important opportunity to discuss operational cybersecurity cooperation, alignment with EU norms and policies, cyber defence and diplomacy, including sanctions.

The Dialogue confirmed our shared understanding of cyber-related issues and our commitment to deepen cooperation, with a focus on concrete operational results.

https://link.europa.eu/GBch6x

Technology and innovation in Sofia. I met Prime Minister Rumen ...

2026-10-12T17:11:59Z

Technology and innovation in Sofia.

I met Prime Minister Rumen Radev and Minister Ivan Vassilev, and visited fast-growing satellite company EnduroSat with Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Pekanov. At Sofia Tech Park, I held a roundtable with local tech companies – always the highlight.

Europe is full of brilliant innovation. Now our companies must be able to reach markets and scale up.

AI capabilities are advancing rapidly. With a strong legal ...

2026-10-09T13:51:44Z

AI capabilities are advancing rapidly.

With a strong legal framework, enforcement and the best scientific minds, we can lead the way in ensuring safe & secure AI.

Today, I hosted a special meeting of the Scientific Panel on AI to discuss recent AI incidents.

60 world-leading independent experts have been investigating recent incidents involving loss of control over AI systems. Together with the AI Office, have prepared a set of questions for the companies that developed the models involved.

Protecting children online is one of the Commission's top ...

2026-10-06T15:05:01Z

Protecting children online is one of the Commission's top priorities. Children’s attention must not be a commodity.

Today in the European Parliament plenary we discussed the proposed KIDS Act and its gradual and age-appropriate approach to social media.

Today’s debate has shown the determination to make the online world a safer place for children and generations to come.

October means European Cybersecurity Month! Today’s ...

2026-10-01T08:00:18Z

October means European Cybersecurity Month!

Today’s Eurobarometer shows high awareness, but everyday habits need to catch up: 3 in 4 EU employees encountered suspicious emails, messages or links at work in the six months before the survey.

Let’s turn awareness into action: check senders, use strong passwords and report suspicious messages.

Good cyber hygiene starts with daily habits.

https://link.europa.eu/TwkVw8

Happy European Cybersecurity Month!

Recognise the signs. Speak up. Support others. Together with ...

2026-09-09T12:19:22Z

Recognise the signs.

Speak up.

Support others.

Together with Commissioner Glenn Micallef, we launched the EU campaign #NotOnOurFeed to help young people respond to cyberbullying, whether they experience it, witness it or support someone affected.

Explore the campaign activities and resources. And discover what the EU is doing on the topic.

https://better-internet-for-kids.europa.eu/en/campaigns/notonourfeed

Walking through Gamescom, you can really feel the importance and ...

2026-08-26T18:09:15Z

Walking through Gamescom, you can really feel the importance and strength of Europe’s gaming industry.

Europe is at the forefront of this sector, with 199 million players and 8,700 game developer studios. But its impact goes much further.

Video games inspire innovation in other sectors, while also drawing on technologies and ideas developed elsewhere.

Happy to be at Gamescom in Cologne and meet the people shaping the future of this industry.

Earlier this week we met again with Meta and TikTok to advance ...

2026-08-15T14:51:24Z

Earlier this week we met again with Meta and TikTok to advance our cooperation on the Ceuta situation.

Both platforms have ramped up enforcement against human smuggling and disinformation.

And these actions are supported by a reinforced regional and global fact-checking network.

Together, we continue to monitor developments closely to assess what further actions are needed.

Sunday marks the beginning of enforcement for the AI Act. The new ...

2026-07-31T14:59:51Z

Sunday marks the beginning of enforcement for the AI Act. The new transparency rules will also start to apply.

Under the new rules, chatbots & other interactive AI systems will have to tell users they are dealing with AI, not a human. Deepfakes will have to be labelled. AI-generated or altered content will also have to carry machine-readable marks so it can be detected.

We are taking an important step towards AI that people and businesses can understand and trust.

https://link.europa.eu/dBPWGf

We are following closely the situation in Ceuta. As President von ...

2026-07-31T11:29:16Z

We are following closely the situation in Ceuta.

As President von der Leyen said, dangerous crossings must stop immediately. Smuggling networks must be dismantled. And returns must be swift, in line with our rules.

Protecting the Union’s external borders is a crucial part of our efforts to tackle irregular migration and prevent dangerous journeys.

I am in close cooperation with Magnus Brunner and Dubravka Šuica, who are working closely with authorities & partners to help manage the situation.

The AI Gigafactories call is now open. Today, we launched a call ...

2026-07-30T10:01:43Z

The AI Gigafactories call is now open.

Today, we launched a call for tenders to establish up to 7 AI Gigafactories across Europe, boosting Europe’s computing capacity and unlocking more than €30 billion in investment.

I am pleased to see Member States, industry, and the Commission coming together to build these facilities, which are key to strengthening our technological sovereignty.

This is a milestone for Europe in becoming an AI Continent.

https://link.europa.eu/qGDhv3

We took two decisions finding non-compliance by Google with the ...

2026-07-23T10:36:52Z

We took two decisions finding non-compliance by Google with the DMA for self-preferencing its own services on Google Search, and for putting in place restrictions on businesses to direct consumers to alternative, often cheaper, purchase channels on Google Play.

In this regard, we issued Google a fine of €460 million and a fine of €430 million respectively.

We will not hesitate to use our tools to safeguard business and innovation opportunities opened up by the DMA.

https://link.europa.eu/vrNJTx

Today, we fined AliExpress €550M for breaching its obligations ...

2026-07-20T10:30:50Z

Today, we fined AliExpress €550M for breaching its obligations under the DSA to diligently assess and mitigate risks relating to the sale of illegal, unsafe or counterfeit products on its e-commerce platform.

Scale is not an excuse; risks must be identified and addressed systematically to ensure consumers can safely shop online.

Today, we are holding AliExpress to this standard and request it to take action.

https://link.europa.eu/7qbWHK

The Commission officially recommends EACEA to terminate the €2 ...

2026-07-11T18:11:20Z

The Commission officially recommends EACEA to terminate the €2 million grant to the Venice Biennale.

This follows a thorough assessment of the replies from the Biennale to justify the re-opening of Russia’s pavillon.

Culture in Europe - funded with taxpayers money - should promote and safeguard democratic values.

These values are not respected in today’s Russia.

Social media can connect, engage & inspire. But we cannot ...

2026-06-30T17:33:17Z

Social media can connect, engage & inspire.

But we cannot ignore its impact on young people.

That’s why we’ve launched a €1.48M call for proposals to create & test safer, more inclusive social media platforms and features designed with young users in mind.

This pilot project will involve young people from different countries and backgrounds in designing and developing new European social media platforms.

🔗 https://link.europa.eu/HNhp38

#SocialMediaDay

Ciao Italia! Italy is home to world-class researchers, startups ...

2026-06-26T14:19:25Z

Ciao Italia!

Italy is home to world-class researchers, startups & thriving technology ecosystems.

I have seen these strengths firsthand, in Milan and Bologna, while meeting researchers, entrepreneurs, startups and innovators.

This is the future I want to see for Europe.

More than half of EU businesses rely on cloud services, alongside ...

2026-06-25T14:30:06Z

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More than half of EU businesses rely on cloud services, alongside record levels of investment in public cloud infrastructure.

These services must operate in fair, open & competitive markets that foster trust, innovation & Europe’s technological sovereignty.

https://link.europa.eu/9JDqRN

Cloud services have become a cornerstone of Europe’s economy, a ...

2026-06-25T14:29:53Z

Cloud services have become a cornerstone of Europe’s economy, a prerequisite for AI.

We informed Microsoft and Amazon of our preliminary view that they should be designated as gatekeepers for their cloud computing services, Microsoft Azure and AWS respectively, under the DMA.

One message stood out throughout these days in Paris: Europe is ...

2026-06-18T17:18:07Z

One message stood out throughout these days in Paris: Europe is innovating and ambitious.

We have the talent, research excellence and entrepreneurial spirit.

Now it is time for Europe to scale innovation.

Europe is innovating & ambitious. We have +45K startups, ...

2026-06-17T16:13:48Z

Europe is innovating & ambitious.

We have +45K startups, including thousands focused on AI. We also have more AI researchers per capita than many of our industrial competitors.

The ingredients for leadership are here.

Now it is time for Europe to scale innovation.

#VivaTech

Some important stats: 📶 96.8% of households now have basic 5G ...

2026-06-17T10:32:33Z

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Some important stats:

📶 96.8% of households now have basic 5G coverage
🌐 46.7% of EU enterprises use cloud computing
🤖 20% of EU companies currently use AI
🖱️ +60% of Europeans have at least basic digital skills

We have laid the groundwork for a vibrant digital future.

The foundations of the EU’s digital transformation are in place, however the scale, speed and coordination of implementation need to go further.

https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/news/2026-state-digital-decade-report-shows-progress-urges-closing-structural-gaps-reach-2030-goals

The State of the Digital Decade Report is out! The message is ...

2026-06-17T10:32:14Z

The State of the Digital Decade Report is out!

The message is clear: Europe has laid solid foundations for its digital transformation.

At the same time, continued efforts will be needed to achieve our common 2030 targets.

The challenge now is execution & delivery at scale.

Welcome Ukraine to the EU Cybersecurity Reserve. Today, we are ...

2026-06-15T14:11:01Z

Welcome Ukraine to the EU Cybersecurity Reserve.

Today, we are strengthening our collective defences and reaffirm the principle of solidarity that lies at the heart of Europe's digital future.

https://link.europa.eu/3WxQQ9

Europe represents an economic opportunity, not a security risk. ...

2026-06-15T10:37:43Z

Europe represents an economic opportunity, not a security risk. We are and will remain a trusted partner.

This is why we need to cooperate on emerging, powerful AI models. This is a shared global challenge.

This also underlines the need for Europe’s technological sovereignty.

We encourage the co-legislators to adopt our tech sovereignty package swiftly.

A new chapter in EU-Brazil digital cooperation 🇪🇺🇧🇷 ...

2026-06-12T15:40:01Z

A new chapter in EU-Brazil digital cooperation 🇪🇺🇧🇷

Today in Brasília, we signed a Digital Partnership to advance a human-centric and inclusive digital transformation, strengthen cooperation on AI, resilient supply chains, data protection and the safety of minors online.

https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/news/eu-and-brazil-deepen-ties-through-digital-partnership

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2026-06-11T06:15:45Z

The Festival of the New European Bauhaus is officially open. From ...

2026-06-09T09:08:05Z

The Festival of the New European Bauhaus is officially open.

From 9–13 June in Brussels, innovators, creators, citizens and communities will come together to showcase ideas and projects shaping a sustainable, inclusive and beautiful Europe.

Discover the full programme: https://ec.europa.eu/assets/jrc/NEB/neb-2026/

🇪🇺 Europe is taking control of its data, its supply chains, ...

2026-06-03T14:19:56Z

🇪🇺 Europe is taking control of its data, its supply chains, and its future.

The Tech Sovereignty Package marks a significant step forward in our efforts to strengthen Europe’s technological sovereignty.

🇪🇺Chips Act 2.0
🇪🇺Cloud & AI Development Act
🇪🇺EU Open Source Strategy
🇪🇺Strategic Roadmap for Digitalisation & AI in Energy

A comprehensive & interconnected strategy for tech sovereignty, bringing together initiatives that reinforce one another across the entire value chain.

Trusted flaggers guidelines under the #DSA: have your say! Take ...

2026-05-29T10:29:15Z

Trusted flaggers guidelines under the #DSA: have your say!

Take part in the consultation on the draft guidelines for trusted flaggers, aimed at gathering input from stakeholders & ensuring that the guidelines provide clear & effective guidance on the key aspects of the mechanism.

https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/news/commission-seeks-feedback-draft-trusted-flaggers-guidelines-under-digital-services-act

Mobile satellite spectrum is a strategic asset for EU businesses, ...

2026-05-27T11:49:20Z

Mobile satellite spectrum is a strategic asset for EU businesses, citizens & governments.

The proposal adopted today on the procedure for the selection & authorisation of systems providing MSS using the harmonised 2 GHz frequency band is a major step forward.

Authorised MSS systems will provide secure governmental communications and innovative commercial services across all EU countries under the same conditions, helping to reduce regulatory fragmentation.

https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_1170

A landmark night for EU cinema at the Cannes Film Festival! ...

2026-05-26T14:23:46Z

A landmark night for EU cinema at the Cannes Film Festival!

Congratulation to @MEDIAprogEU film Fjörd awarded with the Palme d’Or, and to the 6 EU-funded films that received awards across the festival.

A remarkable achievement for Europe
https://link.europa.eu/hmPdkN

What makes an AI system “high-risk” under the #AIAct? We just ...

2026-05-20T14:56:15Z

What makes an AI system “high-risk” under the #AIAct?

We just published draft guidelines to help providers and deployers assess whether an AI system falls under the high-risk classification.

Share your feedback now ⤵️
https://link.europa.eu/fRKfdf

Can you spot when you interact with AI systems? To help providers ...

2026-05-11T10:16:09Z

Can you spot when you interact with AI systems?

To help providers & deployers meet the transparency requirements for AI systems under the #AIAct, we have published draft guidelines for feedback.

Stakeholders can take part in this consultation here ➡️ http://link.europa.eu/vWBD7Q

Protecting children online is a top priority for us. We adopted a ...

2026-04-29T10:13:30Z

Protecting children online is a top priority for us.

We adopted a Recommendation setting out clear expectations for EU countries on the deployment of the European Age Verification Solution.

We are also continuing our enforcement work.

Two years in, the first review confirms it. The Digital Markets ...

2026-04-28T15:42:01Z

Two years in, the first review confirms it.

The Digital Markets Act remains fit for purpose, opening up digital markets, creating new opportunities for businesses and developers, and giving users more control and choice.

The review also highlighted further untapped potential for change, and we will continue to work to ensure its strong enforcement to open up more opportunities in the EU digital markets.

https://link.europa.eu/B88Pnp

#DMA

We have sent preliminary findings to Alphabet as part of ...

2026-04-27T16:50:17Z

We have sent preliminary findings to Alphabet as part of proceedings launched on 27 January under the #DMA.

These findings focus on Alphabet’s obligation to ensure effective interoperability with its Android operating system.

https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_887

We’ve awarded a €180M tender for sovereign cloud to four ...

2026-04-17T08:15:52Z

We’ve awarded a €180M tender for sovereign cloud to four European providers.

This enables EU institutions, bodies, offices & agencies (Union entities) to procure sovereign cloud services.

Scaling the use of EU cloud is key to strengthening Europe’s digital sovereignty.

https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_833

Happy 20th birthday, .eu! Over the past 20 years, the .eu ...

2026-04-13T13:49:25Z

Happy 20th birthday, .eu!

Over the past 20 years, the .eu top-level domain has become a milestone for Europe’s digital identity.

Today, it counts over 3.8 million registrations, making it the ninth-largest country-code top-level domain worldwide.

🖱️https://link.europa.eu/gWKGvM

When I took office I set out a clear ambition: to make Europe an ...

2026-04-09T14:20:54Z

When I took office I set out a clear ambition: to make Europe an AI continent.

One year on from the launch of the AI Continent Action Plan, key elements are already being delivered, from the rollout of 19 AI Factories, to the proposal of the AI Omnibus.
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/building-artificial-intelligence-european-way-henna-virkkunen-0o2we

EU–Morocco Digital Dialogue: launched. A milestone in the ...

2026-04-08T13:42:45Z

EU–Morocco Digital Dialogue: launched.

A milestone in the long-standing EU–Morocco cooperation.

Delivering concrete benefits for businesses, start-ups and researchers, while strengthening links between EU AI Factories and Morocco’s AI innovation ecosystem.

Did you know that since the 12th of October 2025 the EU is doing ...

2026-04-01T12:52:16Z

Did you know that since the 12th of October 2025 the EU is doing even more to keep its citizens safe? We are rolling out the Entry/Exit-System on every border crossing point.
In total 45 Million entries and exits of non-EU nationals were already registered.

Finland 🇫🇮 has registered 433 000 travelers and stopped 63 people without the right to enter.

Europe has everything it needs to be secure & competitive in ...

2026-03-31T17:12:23Z

Europe has everything it needs to be secure & competitive in technology.

Today in Lille at the Incyber Forum, I had the chance to engage with industry leaders, innovators and startups on Europe’s cybersecurity priorities.

Keeping kids safe online is a top priority. Today, the Commission ...

2026-03-26T11:08:21Z

Keeping kids safe online is a top priority.

Today, the Commission has preliminarily found porn platforms Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX, and XVideos in breach of the Digital Services Act for allowing minors to access adult content.

We’ve also launched investigation into Snapchat under doubts that the platform has failed to adequately protect minors from harmful content, grooming, and illegal products like drugs and vapes. We also suspect that they have failed to verify users age sufficiently.

Today we introduced AGILE, our €115 million, 100% EU-funded ...

2026-03-25T11:14:09Z

Today we introduced AGILE, our €115 million, 100% EU-funded pilot programme. Its mission is taking cutting-edge defence tech from the lab to the battlefield at record speed.

To stay ahead in modern warfare, Europe must innovate faster. Yet our SMEs & startups, face too many barriers and current programmes take too much time. It’s time to fix that.

How?
✔ 100% funding for roughly 20–30 projects
✔ Claim expenses retroactively
✔ 4-month turnaround
✔ Open to companies in the EU, EFTA and Ukraine

Today, we are taking a significant step for the Western Balkan ...

2026-02-25T13:51:58Z

Today, we are taking a significant step for the Western Balkan partners’ journey towards joining the EU’s Roaming family.

We have proposed opening negotiations to integrate Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia into the EU roaming area.

https://link.europa.eu/fWytmd

Prevention is one of the most powerful tools we have in the fight ...

2026-02-23T17:02:44Z

Prevention is one of the most powerful tools we have in the fight against major diseases.

We have launched a call for expression of interest to establish a new Network of AI-powered Advanced Screening Centres in Europe.

If you are a medical centre that has already deployed AI solutions, or is preparing to introduce them in the near future, we invite you to express your interest before 10 April.

⬇️
https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/EuropeanNetworkOfAdvancedScreeningCentres

The AI revolution is global and Europe is deepening cooperation ...

2026-02-20T13:18:37Z

The AI revolution is global and Europe is deepening cooperation with trusted partners around the world.

In New Delhi at the AI Impact Summit, I met with Ministers, CEOs and leading experts from across the world to discuss how we can turn AI’s transformative power into shared progress.

AI is no longer just a technology. It is a driver of competitiveness, security and global influence.

Together, we’re ensuring that AI remains innovative, competitive and aligned with our democratic values.

This initiative is a concrete expression of the EU-India ...

2026-02-19T13:42:24Z

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This initiative is a concrete expression of the EU-India partnership. We’re building a trusted talent corridor, boosting our attractiveness for global talent and strengthening our capabilities in AI.

https://link.europa.eu/mhqCwR

In New Delhi, we launched the first-ever European Legal Gateway ...

2026-02-19T13:42:12Z

In New Delhi, we launched the first-ever European Legal Gateway Office, together with India’s Minister of External Affairs, Dr. S. Jaishankar.

This new office will serve as a one-stop hub to support the mobility of Indian talent and skilled ICT-professionals seeking opportunities in Europe.

At the same time, it will help EU-based employers and higher education institutions connect more effectively with India’s digital ecosystem and pool of skilled talent.

Today, we have launched an investigation into Shein under the ...

2026-02-17T12:00:00Z

Today, we have launched an investigation into Shein under the #DSA.

The investigation concerns the platform’s potentially addictive design features, the lack of transparency around its recommender systems, and the sale of illegal products, including child sexual abuse material.

In the EU, illegal products are prohibited whether they are sold on a store shelf or through an online marketplace.

Cyber-attacks on ICT supply chains are becoming increasingly ...

2026-02-16T17:16:24Z

Cyber-attacks on ICT supply chains are becoming increasingly sophisticated and can have significant impacts on our security and economy.

Last Friday, the NIS Cooperation Group adopted the EU ICT Supply Chain Security Toolbox, developed by EU Member States with the support of the European Commission and ENISA, together with two risk assessments on connected and automated vehicles and on detection equipment.

Two intense days in Munich, from quantum to security & ...

2026-02-13T19:55:36Z

Two intense days in Munich, from quantum to security & cybersecurity, through innovation, digital sovereignty.

Europe’s direction is now set at the heart of our policy, funding & strategic thinking, to ensure Europe remains innovative, secure and strong in the digital age.

Europe’s security environment has changed profoundly. Our ...

2026-02-11T10:10:18Z

Europe’s security environment has changed profoundly. Our response must be united, swift, and forward-looking.

Today, we launched an EU Action Plan on Drone and Counter Drone Security.

This means:
➡️ Boosting preparedness for drone-related incidents ➡️ Enhancing detection by leveraging advanced technologies and 5G networks ➡️ Improving coordination and response to malicious drone activity ➡️ Strengthening defence readiness against evolving threats

@nprofile…fu0r 💪Happy to be here, showing my support for an ...

2026-02-09T14:54:12Z

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nprofile1qy2hwumn8ghj7un9d3shjtnyd968gmewwp6kyqpq9ly5nycz3gdcehlrtkhp6g75vlg65209ytzzansyhsqdpnzmcpyqq3fu0r (nprofile…fu0r) 💪Happy to be here, showing my support for an open and decentralized internet! #DigitalSovereignty 🇪🇺

Today in Leuven to inaugurate Europe’s largest #ChipsAct pilot ...

2026-02-09T14:52:48Z

Today in Leuven to inaugurate Europe’s largest #ChipsAct pilot line, NanoIC at IMEC. A milestone for EU semiconductor development and manufacturing.

This pilot line will enable the next gen of advanced semiconductor technologies essential for future tech and our competitiveness.

NanoIC will serve as a strategic European pilot line where researchers and companies can test and develop new chip designs and technologies.

🔗 https://lnkd.in/edBvwkYi

Today, the Commission has preliminarily found TikTok in breach of ...

2026-02-06T11:14:30Z

Today, the Commission has preliminarily found TikTok in breach of the Digital Services Act, particularly when it comes to its addictive content and design.

This includes features such as infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications, and its highly personalised recommender system.

The DSA makes platforms responsible for the effects they can have on their users. In Europe, we enforce our legislation to protect our children and our citizens online.

🔗: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_312

New toolbox, funding priorities, €347M investment: today we are ...

2026-02-05T10:20:18Z

New toolbox, funding priorities, €347M investment: today we are strengthening submarine cable security.

We continue delivering on the commitments of the EU Action Plan on Cable Security and show that Europe can respond quickly to rising threats.

We have published a new Cable Security Toolbox with risk mitigation measures, alongside a list of Cable Projects of European Interest.

Strengthening Europe’s competitiveness is essential. This work ...

2026-02-05T09:18:12Z

Strengthening Europe’s competitiveness is essential.

This work starts at home:
- by fully unlocking the potential of the Single Market,
- by simplifying rules and cutting unnecessary burdens for businesses and citizens,
- and by mobilising the savings and investments union to drive growth, innovation, and scale across Europe.

It also means deepening our network of trusted trade partners, grounded in shared values and mutual benefit.

Europe has what it takes. Now we must deliver.

We have started two sets of proceedings to assist Alphabet in ...

2026-01-27T10:32:00Z

We have started two sets of proceedings to assist Alphabet in complying with its obligations on AI services interoperability and online search data sharing under the DMA.

This will ensure more open and innovative AI and Search services to the benefit of consumers and businesses.

🔗 https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_202

We designated today WhatsApp as Very Large Online Platform under ...

2026-01-26T18:06:29Z

We designated today WhatsApp as Very Large Online Platform under the #DigitalServicesAct, as its ‘Channels’ feature reaches the designation threshold of at least 45 million users in the EU.

Learn more: https://link.europa.eu/YCP7VK

#dsa

We have also extended our on-going investigation on X, to ...

2026-01-26T11:14:27Z

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We have also extended our on-going investigation on X, to evaluate whether X diligently assessed and mitigated all systemic risks associated with its recommender systems.

🔗 https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_203

Creating fake, sexual images of women and children is a cruel and ...

2026-01-26T11:13:56Z

Creating fake, sexual images of women and children is a cruel and unacceptable form of abuse. We will not accept that.

Today, the European Commission has launched new investigation against X under the DSA. We have taken investigative steps and suspect that X has not properly assessed and mitigated risk on Grok´s functionalities. This includes the risk of spreading illegal content in the EU, like fake sexual images and child abuse material.

Today, on the International Day of Education, we are reminded ...

2026-01-24T10:07:07Z

Today, on the International Day of Education, we are reminded that digital skills are essential for everyday life and for future-proof jobs.

Europeans are clear about this priority: 92% agree that digital skills should be taught to everyone, at all levels of education.

Learn more about the different EU initiatives to support and promote excellence in digital skills:

🔗https://link.europa.eu/rMg4dk

And check out the new "Future needs in digital education" report:

🔗https://link.europa.eu/JMtTcR

A packed day in the World Economic Forum in Davos focused on ...

2026-01-22T17:01:48Z

A packed day in the World Economic Forum in Davos focused on technology and security. 🇨🇭

Meetings with technology companies and investors, a panel on European tech sovereignty, and interviews with CNBC, the Financial Times, and Reuters.

Decision-makers must create stability now, not adding further uncertainty. It’s encouraging to see Europe attracting investment.

Today, we have decided to update the EU’s #cybersecurity rules, ...

2026-01-20T14:58:05Z

Today, we have decided to update the EU’s #cybersecurity rules, while keeping up with the fast-changing digital world.

✅Securing ICT supply chains
✅+ support to companies & EU countries
✅Stronger certification
✅Investing in skills
➡️& more

All for a safer digital Europe!

🔗 https://link.europa.eu/x8xnq9

Territorial integrity and sovereignty are fundamental principles ...

2026-01-17T19:54:22Z

Territorial integrity and sovereignty are fundamental principles of international law. They are essential for Europe and for the international community as a whole.

Joint statement by President von der Leyen and President Costa on Greenland: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_143

At a time of global uncertainty, Europe must diversify its ...

2026-01-17T19:20:34Z

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At a time of global uncertainty, Europe must diversify its partnerships, reduce dependencies, and stand firmly for open, fair and rules-based trade. This deal does exactly that — reinforcing Europe’s role as a reliable global partner and strengthening our economic resilience.

After more than 25 years of negotiations, we have today signed ...

2026-01-17T19:19:44Z

After more than 25 years of negotiations, we have today signed the EU-Mercosur agreement.

We are strengthening our strategic partnership with Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay — building a shared market of nearly 700 million people.

Over €307 million in funding are now available for #AI and ...

2026-01-15T14:59:23Z

Over €307 million in funding are now available for #AI and related technologies.

Two new calls have just been launched under the Horizon Europe Work Programme, mobilising €307.3M to strengthen Europe’s digital innovation & competitiveness.

Apply now: https://link.europa.eu/Fftyjc