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European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Digital Single Market

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The European Union is an economic and political partnership comprised of 27 nations within the Eurozone. The EU was established in 1948 to promote stability and cooperation among member states in the aftermath of WWII. The EU maintains a common currency as well as several intranational institutions, including the European Parliament and the European Commission. less -
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The EU Data Act: A new European legal framework with rules for data access, switching cloud providers and interoperability

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On 22 December 2023, the EU published Regulation (EU) 2023/2854, the Data Act, in the Official Journal of the EU. The Data Act is a new regulation providing harmonised rules on access to data, switching cloud providers and...more

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Almost there: The European Parliament passes the EU Data Act, with new rules for data access, switching cloud providers and...

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On November 9, 2023, the European Parliament adopted the EU Data Act, a new regulation providing harmonized rules on access to data, switching cloud providers and interoperability requirements across the EU. It is widely...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

European Tech Regulations: What You Need to Know

Europe is in the midst of a transformation of its regulatory strategy for digital technologies. The EU has passed or proposed a number of laws affecting digital service providers in a broad range of legal areas and sectors....more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

Draft EU Artificial Intelligence Act: Call for Contributions from the Public

The ground-breaking draft European Union Act on Artificial Intelligence (AI), which has far-reaching implications beyond Europe, is currently going through the legislative procedure of the European Parliament and Council. The...more

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The EU Copyright Directive: Potential Copyright Liability and a “Best Efforts” Standard for Platforms

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In 2019, the Council of the European Union’s Committee of Permanent Representatives approved a Directive on Copyright in the Digital Single Market to respond to developments in the modes and markets for creation, production...more

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8-in-8 Recent Trends in European Law and Policy Alert Series Update: Competition and Big Data - Recent Developments in Europe

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This is the seventh issue of WilmerHale's 8-in-8 Recent Trends in European Law and Policy Alert Series. Our attorneys will share insights on current and emerging issues affecting companies doing business in Europe and across...more

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EU: Portability Regulation – important deadline of 2 June 2018

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The Portability Regulation (EU) 2017/1128 came into force on 1 April 2018. Part of the EU Commission’s aim to establish a Digital Single Market, the Regulation facilitates cross-border portability of online content. ...more

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Portability Regulation: Important deadline of 2 June 2018

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The Portability Regulation (the Regulation) (EU) 2017/1128 came into force on 1 April 2018. Part of the EU Commission's aim to establish a Digital Single Market, the Regulation facilitates cross-border portability of online...more

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DSM Watch: Stakes high for IoT industry in European ePrivacy debate

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Following the European Commission and European Parliament’s proposed versions of the EU Regulation on Privacy and Electronic Communications (the ePR), we are now waiting for the Council of the European Union to agree their...more

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Proceed To Check Out? The Impact Of 2018 European E-Commerce Reforms

Summary - The European Union (EU) has made reform of the e-commerce rules in Europe one of its main priorities for 2018. The European Commission has already published two proposed Directives relating to cross-border...more

Morrison & Foerster LLP

The EU Digital Market Strategy – A Mid-Term Review

The EU has published a review of its vaunted Digital Single Market strategy, mid-way through the current five-year term of the European Commission. “On track, with room for improvement” summarises the official...more

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European Parliament’s Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs Publishes Fintech Report

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On April 28th, the European Parliament’s Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) published a report about Fintech and the influence of technology on the future of the financial sector. The report, prepared by Cora...more

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DSM webinar highlights tax, competition law, copyright, AVMS and data economy issues for 2017

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In a February 7, 2017 webinar, the Hogan Lovells Digital Single Market (DSM) team presented its take on new developments for 2017. Peter Watts introduced the session by warning that the loss of the UK voice in EU policy...more

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Brussels Regulatory Brief: February

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On 1 January 2017, the torch of the Presidency of the Council of the European Union (“EU”) was passed from Slovakia to Malta. The Presidency rotates every six months between the EU Member States, but continuity is guaranteed...more

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Top 12 EU Legal Developments to Watch in 2017

Sheppard Mullin’s EU team has created a list of major legal shifts that await General Counsel and Compliance Officers in the areas of competition, EU regulatory and trade in 2017. These challenges may have an impact on your...more

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EU Legal Developments That May Impact Your Business in 2017

Sheppard Mullin’s EU team has created a list of major legal shifts that await General Counsel and Compliance Officers in the areas of competition, EU regulatory and trade in 2017. These challenges may have an impact on your...more

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Cookies, Directories, Advertising and Personal Data: New EU Rules on Privacy in Electronic Communications

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The Digital Single Market Strategy ("DSM Strategy") had, as an objective, to increase trust in and the security of digital services. In that context, the EC proposed a reform of the data protection framework across the EU,...more

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DSM Watch: European Commission's data package explores data ownership, localization, liability and portability, highlighting...

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On January 10, 2017, the European Commission released a Communication, a fact sheet, a working document and a public consultation relating to Europe’s “data economy”. The fact sheet states that “data is a new type of...more

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Leaked Draft ePrivacy Regulation: What to Expect from the New Rules

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An internal Commission draft of a new ePrivacy Regulation (Draft) has been leaked to the public. The Commission plans to propose it in early 2017, but the content of the Draft does not seem near a final proposal. It is either...more

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Brexit Update: The Effect of Brexit on Data Transfers between the United Kingdom and the European Union

In Depth - With the United Kingdom having voted to leave the European Union (Brexit) on 23 June 2016, the free flow of personal data between the United Kingdom and the EU and European Economic Area (EEA) countries is at...more

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Brexit – Major Upheaval and Change

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As the UK leaves the EU, in light of the seismic result of the United Kingdom referendum on June 23, 2016, there will be an immense amount to do, for the UK and the remaining EU, and for companies that are either based in, or...more

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