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EU's top court adviser sides with Italy in Meta Platforms dispute - The Economic Times

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Economic Times · 1m ago

EU's top court adviser sides with Italy in Meta Platforms dispute - The Economic Times

The EU's Court of Justice is addressing a dispute between Meta and Italy's AGCOM over fees for using news snippets. An EU adviser supports Italy, stating that EU member states can enhance publisher rights if not infringing contractual freedom. Advocate General Maciej Szpunar emphasized ensuring publishers receive a fair share from platforms, crucial for press viability and democracy. The court's decision, influenced by the adviser’s recommendation, is forthcoming.

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Meta challenges EU's Digital Services Act supervisory fee as unfair

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Meta challenges EU's Digital Services Act supervisory fee as unfair

Social media giant Meta is challenging the European Union's supervisory fee under the Digital Services Act (DSA). The DSA allows the EU to charge very large online platforms to fund oversight of their businesses. Meta argues that the fee calculation mechanism is unfair, as companies that report a loss are exempt from paying, even if they have a large user base. The EU defends its methodology, stating that the fee should be proportionate to a provider's economic capacity. Meta's legal challenge is being brought to the EU's General Court.

Meta says will appeal 'unlawful' EU fine - The Economic Times

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Meta says will appeal 'unlawful' EU fine - The Economic Times

Meta plans to appeal a 200-million-euro fine imposed by the EU, which alleges Meta violated digital competition rules with its "pay or consent" system that uses personal data on Facebook and Instagram. The EU's April decision claimed the system did not offer a non-personalized option, breaching the Digital Markets Act. Meta argues the ruling is incorrect, citing a 2023 EU court judgment supporting subscription models as valid user choices.

Meta challenges EU over content moderation law fees

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Economic Times · 1y ago

Meta challenges EU over content moderation law fees

Facebook owner Meta is planning to challenge the European Union's demand for fees under a content moderation law in court. The European Commission had included Meta's Facebook and Instagram on a list of large online platforms subject to tougher rules under the Digital Services Act (DSA). Meta supports the aims of the DSA but disagrees with the methodology used to calculate the fees. The DSA requires platforms to combat illegal content and protect consumers from fraud. Meta is not the only company challenging the EU's designation, with Amazon and Zalando also on the list.

Google loses fight on Android Auto access as EU court backs Italian watchdog

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Google loses fight on Android Auto access as EU court backs Italian watchdog

Europe's top court sided with Italy's antitrust authority, deeming Google's refusal to grant Enel's e-mobility app access to Android Auto an abuse of market power. Google was fined 102 million euros by Italy for blocking Enel's JuicePass on Android Auto. While Google cited security concerns, the EU court emphasized that denying app interoperability can be abusive for dominant platforms. The ruling may guide similar future scenarios, with Google having since resolved the issue.

Apple risks losing $14 billion in tax at top EU court

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Livemint · 1y ago

Apple risks losing $14 billion in tax at top EU court

In a potential setback for Apple, an adviser to Europe's top court stated that a European Union tribunal made legal errors in favor of the tech giant over a $14 billion tax order. The adviser recommends that the case be reviewed again. In 2016, the European Commission accused Apple of benefiting from Irish tax rulings, artificially reducing its tax burden. The EU general court upheld Apple's challenge in 2020. However, the adviser suggests setting aside the ruling and referring the case back to the lower tribunal. The final ruling is expected in the coming months.

Meta, X and LinkedIn appeal unprecedented VAT claim by Italy - The Economic Times

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Economic Times · 1m ago

Meta, X and LinkedIn appeal unprecedented VAT claim by Italy - The Economic Times

Meta, X, and LinkedIn are appealing an unprecedented VAT claim by Italy, potentially impacting EU tax policy. Italy argues that free user registrations should be taxable as exchanges of personal data for platform access. The claim, totaling around €1.03 billion for Meta, €12.5 million for X, and €140 million for LinkedIn, is the first of its kind leading to a judicial tax trial, with implications for various companies linking services to user data.

Google, Meta win court fight against Austrian online content rule

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Economic Times · 1y ago

Google, Meta win court fight against Austrian online content rule

Google, Meta Platforms, and TikTok have won a court battle against an Austrian law that required them to delete hate speech or face fines. The European Court of Justice ruled in favor of the tech giants, stating that the Austrian law violated EU rules and the principle of free movement of information society services. The law obliged Big Tech to publish reports on illegal content. The ruling reinforces the importance of the EU's country of origin principle for online service providers.

Meta should offer free alternative options, EU's Breton says

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Economic Times · 1y ago

Meta should offer free alternative options, EU's Breton says

EU industry chief, Thierry Breton, has stated that Meta Platforms should provide free alternative options instead of introducing new fees to comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act. In response to criticism from rivals and users, Meta launched a no-ads subscription service in Europe last November.

Nvidia takes EU antitrust regulators to court for probing AI startup Run ai bid

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Nvidia takes EU antitrust regulators to court for probing AI startup Run ai bid

Nvidia has filed a lawsuit against EU antitrust regulators, challenging their decision to evaluate its acquisition of AI startup Run:ai. This follows last year's approval of the deal, which was subject to scrutiny after Italy raised concerns. The lawsuit cites a court ruling limiting EU power over minor deals, highlighting Nvidia's contention over the EU's Article 22, which allows scrutiny of small acquisitions. A favorable ruling for Nvidia could limit future regulatory actions on minor mergers.

Apple denies violating US court order in Epic Games lawsuit

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Apple denies violating US court order in Epic Games lawsuit

Apple has denied violating a court order regarding its App Store and has urged a California federal judge to reject a request by Fortnite developer, Epic Games, to hold it in contempt. In a filing to the court, Apple criticized Epic's attempt to make its tools and technologies available to developers for free, stating that it wanted to micromanage Apple's business operations to increase its own profitability. This dispute is part of a long-standing fight between the two companies, with Epic largely losing its case against Apple but winning a court order allowing developers greater freedom with payment methods for digital goods. Other companies, including Meta Platforms, Microsoft, and Match Group, have also accused Apple of violating the court's order.

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