European Union

The European Union is a political and economic union of 27 member states that are located primarily in Europe. Its members have a combined area of 4,233,255.3 km² and an estimated total population of about 447 million.

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EU Digital Services Act Discussion Could Be Start Of Seismic Policy Change

EU Digital Services Act Discussion Could Be Start Of Seismic Policy Change
EU Digital Services Act Discussion Could Be Start Of Seismic Policy Change
November 20, 2020  |  Legal & Regulation

For Big Tech, there’s just a hint of a bit of a reprieve in Europe. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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EU Digital Chief Vestager Invites Big Tech To Talk Ground Rules
EU Digital Chief Vestager Invites Big Tech To Talk Ground Rules
November 19, 2020  |  Legal & Regulation

American Big Tech companies will have a virtual sit-down on Nov. 24 with European Union (EU) Digital Head Margrethe Vestager to discuss rules in the...

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Big Tech Compliance Tracker: Tencent Says Big Tech Needs Greater Oversight; Group Seeks To Block Maryland Online Ad Tax
Big Tech Compliance Tracker: Tencent Says Big Tech Needs Greater Oversight; Group Seeks To Block...
November 16, 2020  |  Legal & Regulation

Here’s the latest news from the technology industry, which is coming under increasing scrutiny from governments and consumers around the world. Get the Full Story...

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New Digital Rules Could Allow EU To Ban Tech Services
New Digital Rules Could Allow EU To Ban Tech Services
November 15, 2020  |  Legal & Regulation

European Union regulators may get new powers to ban internet companies that violate anti-competition rules, a top EU official told a German magazine, Reuters reported....

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EDPB Recommends Steps For Data Exporters To Ensure GDPR Compliance 
EDPB Recommends Steps For Data Exporters To Ensure GDPR Compliance 
November 11, 2020  |  Legal & Regulation

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) adopted recommendations to assist data exporters with evaluating countries to ensure that they are adhering to the bloc’s level...

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New Report: Banking-As-A-Service Takes Friction Out Of Remittances
New Report: Banking-As-A-Service Takes Friction Out Of Remittances
November 10, 2020  |  Smarter Payments

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Boeing Subsidies Dispute Prompts EU To Impose Tariffs On $4B In US Goods
Boeing Subsidies Dispute Prompts EU To Impose Tariffs On $4B In US Goods
November 09, 2020  |  Cross-border Payments

The European Union is hitting U.S. companies with tariffs on up to $4 billion worth of goods, according to a CNBC report on Monday (Nov....

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EU Eyes Reclassifying Airbnb, May Bring Stricter Rules
EU Eyes Reclassifying Airbnb, May Bring Stricter Rules
November 08, 2020  |  Legal & Regulation

European Union regulators determining how to implement new rules governing dominant internet players may include short-term rental leaders Airbnb and Booking.com on a list of...

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