The act would be the EU’s third significant law targeting the tech industry, a notable contrast with the U.S., where lobbyists have largely succeeded in keeping federal lawmakers at bay.
LONDON (AP) — Taking aim at hate speech, disinformation and other harmful content online, the European Union is nearing agreement on a sweeping law that would force big tech companies to police themselves harder, make it easier for users to flag problems, and empower regulators to punish noncompliance with billions in fines.
EU officials negotiated into the late hours of Friday night over the final details of the Digital Services Act, which would overhaul the digital rulebook for 27 countries and cement Europe’s reputation as the global leader today!
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