TikTok has challenged its EU “gatekeeper” status, arguing it doesn’t meet the Digital Markets Act’s strict eligibility criteria. The outcome could reshape how regulators apply DMA obligations to major platforms across Europe. A court decision is expected in the coming months, making this dispute a potential turning point for big tech oversight.
Google has offered changes to its spam policy after publishers said it was damaging their search rankings, especially when sites displayed content from commercial partners. The company’s move is intended to help it avoid a potential EU antitrust fine under the Digital Markets Act. Demotions were linked to a monetization tactic that many publishers rely on.
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The European Union is expanding the Digital Markets Act to include cloud and artificial intelligence services, aiming to keep competition fair in fast-growing markets. Regulators are now assessing whether major providers like Amazon and Microsoft should be designated as gatekeepers for their cloud offerings and AI-related services, which would trigger stricter compliance and oversight.
The European Commission has published new guidelines for Google, pushing the company to make key services available so rivals—including AI competitors—can compete more fairly. The move supports the Digital Markets Act, aiming to reduce platform gatekeeping in online search and AI technology and create a more level playing field.
The European Union is escalating pressure on Google, demanding that it give rival AI search assistants equal access to Android features. Regulators say the move should help services like ChatGPT and Claude compete, while Google argues it could expose users to security and privacy risks. The push is fueled by the EU’s Digital Markets Act.
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