Europe
The EU Has a Plan to Fix Internet Privacy: Be More Like Apple
Lawmakers want all websites to use a similar “Ask App Not to Track” function, but Apple's system might not be as clear-cut as once believed.
Europe Is in the Middle of a Messy Nuclear Slowdown
Germany has almost finished phasing out nuclear plants, and aging infrastructure is leading neighbors down the same path. But will green energy goals suffer?
Europe’s Move Against Google Analytics Is Just the Beginning
Austria’s data regulator has found that the use of Google Analytics is a breach of GDPR. In the absence of a new EU-US data deal, other countries may follow.
Skábma: Snowfall Is a Huge Win for Indigenous Game Makers
The game tells the story of a Sámi reindeer herder reconnecting with the ancient ways of his people.
The Gig Economy’s Days in Europe Are Numbered
Court cases and a new draft law from the European Commission are chipping away at the controversial industry. What comes next may look very different.
Austria’s Covid Surge Is a Warning to the World
As the nation locks down and plans a vaccine mandate, a bleak second pandemic winter risks overwhelming Europe and beyond.
The Fight to Define When AI Is ‘High Risk’
Everyone from tech companies to churches wants a say in how the EU regulates AI that could harm people.
French Spyware Executives Are Indicted for Aiding Torture
The managers are accused of selling tech to Libya and Egypt that was used to identify activists, read private messages, and kidnap, torture, or kill them.
Trump Bans Travel From Europe—but Covid-19 Is Already Here
Public health experts say the US should prioritize protecting vulnerable residents and halting the domestic spread of the virus.
Europe Limits Government by Algorithm. The US, Not So Much
A Dutch court halted a program to identify people more likely to commit benefits fraud. Critics said it discriminated against immigrants and low-income residents.
In Europe, Sites Can Only Track You If You Check the Box
The EU's highest court ruled that website operators can't present users with “pre-checked” options to agree to cookies.
Far-Right Propaganda Floods Facebook Ahead of EU Vote
Fake accounts spread white-nationalist messages and amassed larger followings than actual far-right parties before being taken down, according to a new report.
Europe's New Copyright Law Could Be Bad for Memes
The European Parliament approves a sweeping new copyright directive aimed at tech platforms like Google and Facebook.
Europe’s New Rules Aim to Make Online Marketplaces More Fair
New rules seek a level playing field between online platforms and companies that sell or market through them. Critics say the rules won't work.
EU Privacy Law Snares Its First Tech Giant: Google
The French data regulator fines Google $57 million for not properly gaining user permission to personalize ads.
Why Silicon Valley Should Fear Europe's Competition Chief
In an interview, Margrethe Vestager says Amazon, Apple, Google, and other tech giants can’t use their success to harm rivals.
Europe's New Copyright Law Could Change the Web Worldwide
Critics say the law, approved by the European Parliament on Wednesday, will force site operators to filter content before posting it, diminishing the experience for users.
Don’t Expect Big Changes from Europe’s Record Google Fine
The European Commission ruled that Google had unfairly used its Android operating system to harm competitors and consumers.
Europe’s Proposed Copyright Law Could Screw Up the Internet
Critics say a proposal in the European Parliament would lead to legal content being blocked, even outside the EU.
Facebook Is Steering Users Away From Privacy Protections
Critics say Facebook is using design tricks to win users' permission to collect personal data under new European rules.
Google's Search Changes Won't Really Level Playing Field
In response to EU ruling, Google will allow rivals to bid on coveted spot near top of page.
Slovakia's Hyperloop Moves a Step Closer to Not Being a Joke
Hyperloop Transportation Technologies strikes a deal to explore extending its plans to the Czech Republic.
EU Accuses Google of Antitrust Violations Over Android
Google, European authorities allege, simply has too much power to keep potential rivals out of the mobile market.
EU Passes Net Neutrality Protections That Aren't So Neutral
Critics argue that overly broad language in Europe's network neutrality legislation would allow Internet fast lanes.