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European Union
Low Risk
Last updated: 5 Jan 2025 Executive Summary
The European Union has implemented comprehensive digital regulation through the Digital Services Act (DSA) and Digital Markets Act (DMA). While these regulations aim to protect users and ensure fair competition, they also introduce new compliance requirements for platforms and potential impacts on digital rights.
Key Legislation
Digital Services Act (DSA)
Comprehensive regulation requiring platforms to implement content moderation systems, transparency reporting, and user protection measures.
Status: Enforced • Impact: Medium
Digital Markets Act (DMA)
Regulates gatekeeper platforms to ensure fair competition and prevent anti-competitive practices in digital markets.
Status: Enforced • Impact: Low
Regulatory Framework
Content Moderation
- • DSA compliance requirements
- • Transparency reporting obligations
- • User appeal mechanisms
Privacy Protection
- • GDPR data protection
- • User consent requirements
- • Cross-border data transfers
Digital Rights Impact
Positive Developments
Enhanced Transparency
Platforms must report on content moderation decisions
User Rights
Stronger user protection and appeal mechanisms