Romane Armangau

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EU endorses its US data-sharing deal, as privacy advocates point to loopholes

The US is complying with a key framework that regulates how thousands of tech companies share information across the Atlantic, an initial review has found — but opponents complain the European Commission is marking its own homework.

11/10/2024

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EU countries split on image scanning for child pornography

A blocking minority of EU countries in the European Council continue to refuse to allow the scanning of messages, even if this delays the detection of child abuse material. Why are they opposed, and who are they? Can the deadlock be broken?

09/10/2024

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EU Commission: Current consumer rules unfit for 2024 online market

The Commission’s report on EU consumer law finds that addictive designs, social media influencers, and dark patterns are posing risks for users, manipulating their choices online. It will serve as the basis for the Digital Fairness Act, which will be on the next Justice Commissioner's agenda.

04/10/2024

Europe News

What is the new recipe for MEPs grilling European Commissioners?

The new Rules of Procedure of the European Parliament adopted last April modify the conduct of the hearings on the committees involved, the duration, the speaking time but also introduce more scope for ongoing scrutiny throughout the mandate.

03/10/2024

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European Parliament reveals format for Commissioner confirmation hearings

Environment, Industry or Human rights – which Parliament committees will analyse the Commissioners-designate?

03/10/2024

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EU Commission probes TikTok, YouTube and Snapchat’s video suggestions

The EU executive has started an investigation into social media network practices, given fears that vulnerable people are being fed fake news and content promoting self-harm.

02/10/2024

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Tech and environmental sustainability projects emerge as winners in European Design Awards

Winners at the 2024 Design Europa Awards included a modular turntable and electric yachts, reflecting a shift towards eco-friendly design. Categories honoured SMEs, larger companies, young talent, and lifetime achievement, with a focus on technological innovation and environmental impact.

26/09/2024

Europe News

Oddballs, or independent-minded? Meet the MEP outsiders

Some broke it off, some got dumped, and some just prefer the single life. Euronews examines how the EU’s 32 unattached MEPs got that way.

19/09/2024

Europe News

Erasmus+ and research funding slashed in EU’s 2025 budget plans

MEPs and pressure groups have decried a €295m planned cut to the Erasmus+ student exchange programme, formalised by EU member states on Friday.

13/09/2024

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EU consumer group denounces in-game currency enticement

BEUC lodges complaint against the video games companies owning Fortnite, EA Sports, Minecraft, Roblox and Clash of Clans for pushing often young users to purchase in-game currency.

12/09/2024

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Parliament feuds over women’s rights committee role in child abuse law

"We don't have time to waste on debates about gender theory," said right-wing MEP, Fabrice Leggeri.

10/09/2024

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Euronews Digital Summer: AI needs no more rules, says EU Commission tech chief

Roberto Viola discusses Europe's technological edge and future challenges.

05/09/2024

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Commission urged to rein in surveillance spyware

Three years after the Pegasus spyware scandal, civil society organisations argue that victims of spyware and EU citizens still await an institutional response to this threat to fundamental rights.

03/09/2024

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European Parliament under scrutiny after data breach complaints

Austrian privacy group filed complaints following a data breach in the European Parliament.

22/08/2024

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Euronews Digital Summer: Ex-Pirate MEP Patrick Breyer continues battle for privacy

Last June, German MEP Patrick Breyer stepped down from his role in the European Parliament, leaving behind a legacy of digital rights advocacy. Euronews sat down with Breyer to discuss his ongoing battle for online privacy, and his perspective on the transformative impact of emerging technologies.

13/08/2024

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X reaction to UK riots could impact DSA probe, says Commission

Legal proceedings were launched in December 2023 against X handling of illegal contents and disinformation on its platform.

08/08/2024

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Euronews Digital Summer: New head of consumer group has AI, telco regulations in sights

Agustín Reyna on AI, upcoming telecom reforms and the need to enforce the platform regulation laws.

05/08/2024

Europe News

Private and public office: Double-edged sword of EU revolving doors

Why is crossing the floor from private to public sector, and vice versa, subject of polemic? What are the rules in place to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure good regulation? Euronews looks at the tech sector to answer those questions.

05/08/2024

Europe News

EU clinches digital trade deal with Singapore

The EU today (25 July) concluded negotiations with Singapore on a new Digital Trade Agreement designed to increase online trade, help SMEs with digital transformation and facilitate data flows.

25/07/2024

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European Commission denies responsibility for Microsoft IT outage

Last week's outage caused thousands of flights to be delayed or cancelled, leaving passengers stranded at airports.

23/07/2024