Global measures towards social media platforms - Strengthening the role of DSA and protecting the democracy and freedom in the online sphere

2024-09-17T11:00:00.000ZUasghrádaithe

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17/09/2024

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MEPs are discussing global social media platform regulations on Tuesday, focusing on the enforcement of the Digital Services Act (DSA) and its role in protecting democracy and online freedom. The DSA, in effect since February 2024, applies to all platforms, and MEPs question the Commission on its enforcement measures, including ongoing investigations into potential violations by TikTok, Meta, X, and AliExpress. Since the DSA's adoption, countries like the UK, Canada, Australia, and the US are considering similar laws to hold platforms accountable for user safety. The EU's digital rulebook, a global standard for consumer protection and rights online, includes obligations for social media companies to combat illegal content, enhance algorithm transparency, and ban misleading practices such as targeted ads for children. MEPs are also explore how the DSA has influenced global regulatory trends and assess further measures to strengthen its enforcement.

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