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CDT Europe is publishing its first research report on the EU’s failure to keep pace with the growing threat of commercial spyware. Across the Union, spyware has been used to target journalists, human rights defenders, political opponents and public officials. These practices erode democratic checks, restrict civic space and weaken trust. 🧡 πŸ“„.pdf image
πŸ“’ The latest EU Tech Policy Brief is here! In this edition: πŸ‘οΈ New proposal on #CSAR πŸ’¬ The annual #DSA Civil Society Roundtable 🟣 16 Days of Activism βš–οΈ Policy brief on the #AI Act obligations vs other EU laws βœ‚οΈ The Digital Omnibus Package rolling back on key protections πŸ‘‡ More about EU tech policy:
Today, the Commission unveiled its Digital Omnibus Package, reopening and weakening key elements of the EU’s digital rulebook. The package introduces changes that would allow providers of high-risk AI systems to avoid core obligations, expand exemptions far beyond SMEs, and delay essential protections people most affected by AI. Europe’s digital future must remain grounded in rights, oversight & democratic accountability, not deregulation disguised as simplification.
πŸ“’ Together with 30 CSOs, we sent a letter to the European Commission and MSs to urge them to uphold their commitment to swiftly implement the AI Act, without any delay or reopening of the legislation, and appoint national competent authorities. πŸ‘‡πŸ» Read the full statement:
✍🏻 CDT Europe, together with the Steering Committee of the Global Encryption Coalition, wrote to express our concerns with the Danish Presidency’s Compromise Text on the EU Child Sexual Abuse Regulation (#CSAR), in particular relating to scanning & end-to-end #encryption. πŸ‘‡πŸ» Read the full statement: @npub1eyh0...ae7d @npub1q65y...xjwh @npub16pr8...crsg
Today, CDT Europe, with 51 civil society organisations & experts, sent a letter to the European Commission to express our concerns regarding the forthcoming #Digital Simplification package. We firmly oppose any attempt to delay or re-open the #AIAct particularly in light of the growing trend of deregulation. We call on the Commission to champion the proper enforcement and implementation of the Act & the wider EU digital rulebook. πŸ‘‡πŸ» Read the full letter on our website:
πŸ“’ Excited to share our Initial Analysis on the First Round of Risk Assessments under the EU Digital Services Act, in collaboration with the #DSA Civil Society Coordination Group! Read about key trends, practices, gaps and recommendations for better future reports πŸ‘‡πŸ»
Great to see so many join us for our first DSA Civil Society Coordination Group event of 2025! This afternoon was a valuable opportunity to strategise for the year ahead and strengthen our collective efforts. A key focus: DSA Risk Assessments, a crucial step towards a safer, more accountable digital space. A huge thank you to everyone who participated, shared insights, and contributed to the discussions. Looking forward to another impactful year together! #DSA #CivilSocietyCoordination