Tag: EU
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The European Union has expanded its cybersecurity response with a new round of EU cyber sanctions targeting companies linked to international hacking operations. Officials say several organizations based in China and Iran supported cyberattacks that affected European networks and institutions. The decision reflects growing concern across Europe about state-linked cyber activity. Authorities increasingly treat cyber…
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Phishing victim refunds could soon become a legal requirement across the European Union. A senior legal adviser to the Court of Justice of the European Union has stated that banks must reimburse customers immediately after unauthorized transactions caused by phishing attacks. The opinion strengthens consumer protections under EU payment rules. It argues that victims should…
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EU voluntary content scanning gained momentum after member states approved a law that lets platforms choose how they detect and report online child abuse. The new framework supports child-protection goals while avoiding mandatory scanning rules that sparked major privacy concerns across the tech sector. How the Voluntary Framework Works The approved law allows platforms to…
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The EU energy-grid cybersecurity forum brought policymakers, power-grid operators and security experts together to reinforce protections across Europe’s interconnected electricity infrastructure. The event highlighted the growing cyber risks facing modern energy networks and stressed the need for cooperation, regulation and operational readiness. As power systems become more digitised, the continent must adapt its defences to…
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A growing transparency breach by Meta & TikTok has drawn the attention of European regulators. The European Commission accuses both platforms of breaching the Digital Services Act (DSA) by restricting researcher access and failing to provide transparent reporting tools. The investigation could result in heavy fines and tighter oversight of two of the world’s largest…
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The EU digital border system will change how travelers enter and leave the European Union. Launching in October 2025, the new Entry/Exit System (EES) replaces passport stamps with digital biometric checks. The goal is to modernize border management, reduce identity fraud, and detect overstays more effectively across the Schengen Area. What the EU Digital Border…
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The proposed EU Chat Control scanning messages law has triggered fierce debate across Europe. Designed to combat child sexual abuse material (CSAM), it would require messaging platforms to scan private communications. Critics warn the proposal could undermine encryption, increase surveillance, and threaten civil liberties. What Is Chat Control? The Chat Control plan, officially the Regulation…