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EU AI Action Plan Reaches Major Milestones After One Year

European Commission releases one-year progress report on AI Continent Action Plan. EU reports 19 AI factories deployed across supercomputers with 13 regional antennas, Data Union Strategy and AI Omnibus launched to unlock data sharing and reduce compliance costs, and EU-India legal gateway office operational for ICT talent movement. Apply AI Strategy has €1 billion in funding earmarked for AI adoption across industrial and public sectors.

GPAI Taskforce Meets on Copyright Chapter Measures

The EC AI Office moderated the second GPAI Signatory Taskforce meeting focused on the Copyright Chapter under the EU AI Act, discussing Measures 1.4 (mitigating copyright-infringing outputs) and 1.5 (rightsholder complaint contact points). Representatives from nearly all Code signatories participated in the roundtable discussion to share implementation experiences and best practices.

Digital Services Act: Commission Preliminary Findings Against Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX, and XVideos

The European Commission has preliminarily found Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX, and XVideos in breach of the Digital Services Act (DSA) for failing to protect minors from exposure to pornographic content. The platforms now have the opportunity to respond to the Commission's findings.

European Commission Investigates Snapchat Under Digital Services Act

The European Commission has opened formal proceedings to investigate if Snapchat is complying with the Digital Services Act (DSA) regarding child protection. The investigation will examine potential breaches related to exposing minors to grooming, illegal goods, and age-restricted products.

ICO AI Working Groups and G7 Statements

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) chairs several working groups focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI) regulation, including a UK regulator group and a Scottish-based network. The ICO also participates in international forums like the G7 and the Berlin Group, which have issued statements and papers on AI and Large Language Models.

ICO AI Consultation Outcomes and Updated Data Protection Policy

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has published the outcomes of its generative AI consultation series and updated its data protection policy positions. The consultation ran from January to September 2024, focusing on data protection aspects of generative AI.

AI Board Meeting Discusses AI Strategy and AI Act Implementation

The European Commission's AI Board met to discuss the implementation of the AI Continent Action Plan and the AI Act. Key discussions included progress on the AI Continent Action Plan, the second draft of the Code of Practice on AI-generated content, and updates on the AI Act negotiations.

Digital Europe Programme Amended for Innovative Digital Capacities

The European Commission has amended the Digital Europe Work Programme 2025-2027 to enhance innovative digital capacities across the EU. The update introduces new actions for digital infrastructure in schools, online safety applications, and AI testing facilities, among other enhancements.

EU AI in Healthcare Market Study and Recommendations

A new study commissioned by the EU's DG CONNECT analyzes the EU digital health market, projecting significant growth driven by AI adoption. The study highlights the increasing integration of AI in healthcare and proposes policy recommendations to boost innovation and support SMEs.

EU Workshop on Digital Services Act with Enlargement Countries

The European Commission hosted a workshop for EU enlargement countries on March 12-13, 2026, to discuss the Digital Services Act (DSA) and platform regulation. The event aimed to support these countries in their accession process by presenting ongoing DSA activities and addressing emerging online risks.

EU Cooperation on Artificial Intelligence at India Summit

The European Union, represented by Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen, will attend the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi to strengthen cooperation with India on AI governance and innovation. The visit aims to advance the EU's approach to AI, emphasizing trust, innovation, and international collaboration.

Draft Code of Practice on AI Content Marking Published

The European Commission has published a second draft Code of Practice on AI content marking, intended to help providers and deployers meet AI Act requirements. This revised draft aims to streamline processes, reduce compliance burdens, and incorporate feedback from various stakeholders.

EU Commission Launches €75 Million EURO-3C Project for Telco-Edge-Cloud

The European Commission has announced the EURO-3C project, a €75 million initiative to build a federated Telco-Edge-Cloud infrastructure. This project aims to enhance Europe's digital service capabilities and reduce reliance on third-country providers.

EU Endorses AI Declaration and Launches Legal Gateway Office

The European Union has endorsed the Leaders' Declaration at the AI Impact Summit in India and launched the European Legal Gateway Office to connect EU companies with India's ICT talent. The initiative also aims to strengthen global AI governance and promote AI innovation.

New Delhi Declaration on AI Endorsed by 92 Countries

92 countries and international organizations endorsed the New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact at the AI Impact Summit 2026. The declaration outlines a shared global vision for collaborative, trusted, and resilient AI, structured around seven pillars of action and supported by voluntary global initiatives.

Digital Markets Act: Gatekeepers Submit Updated Compliance Reports

Six designated gatekeepers under the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) have submitted updated compliance reports. These reports detail the measures implemented over the past year to adhere to the DMA's requirements.

DSA Transparency Reports Clarify Content Moderation

The EU has published harmonised transparency reports under the Digital Services Act (DSA), standardising content moderation data reporting for online services. This follows the adoption of an Implementing Regulation in July 2025, with the first reports due by March 2026.

EU Commission Hosts Digital Services Act Implementation Roundtable

The EU Commission held its 4th roundtable on Digital Services Act (DSA) implementation with Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) on February 27, 2026. The meeting provided updates on DSA enforcement activities and discussed support for CSOs.

AI Act: Code of Practice on AI-Generated Content

The EU AI Office convened working groups and workshops to gather stakeholder feedback on a draft Code of Practice for marking and labelling AI-generated content under the AI Act. Discussions focused on disclosure obligations, marking techniques, and responsibilities across the AI value chain.

European AI Innovation Month Announced

The European Commission and the Irish Presidency of the Council have announced the European AI Innovation Month, a series of events scheduled from mid-October to mid-November 2026. The initiative aims to discuss and showcase AI development and deployment in Europe, culminating in the European Apply AI Summit.

EU Investigates Shein Under Digital Services Act

The European Commission has opened formal proceedings against Shein under the Digital Services Act. The investigation will focus on the sale of illegal products, addictive design features, and the transparency of recommender systems. This action follows concerns about potential violations of EU digital regulations.

EU Seeks Experts for Frontier AI Forum

The European Commission's AI Office is seeking experts for a new Forum on Frontier AI, part of the European Frontier AI Initiative. Interested parties, including AI developers, investors, and industrial actors, can express their interest via an application form until March 12, 2026.

AI Code of Practice Taskforce Established for Implementation

Signatories to the EU's General-Purpose AI Code of Practice held their first meeting on January 30, 2026, to establish a Taskforce for implementation exchanges. The Taskforce will facilitate discussions among signatories on implementing the code and can provide input on guidance documents.

European Commission notifies Meta over AI assistants exclusion from WhatsApp

The European Commission has sent a Statement of Objections to Meta, alleging a breach of EU antitrust rules by excluding third-party AI assistants from WhatsApp. The Commission intends to impose interim measures to prevent serious and irreparable harm to the market.