EU Data Act News

EU Lawmakers Ratify Provisional Deal on Artificial Intelligence Rules

Two key groups of lawmakers at the European Parliament on Tuesday ratified a provisional agreement on landmark artificial intelligence rules ahead of a vote by the legislative assembly in April that will pave the way for the world’s first legislation …

Here’s What’s Next for the EU’s Landmark Artificial Intelligence Act

European Union countries and lawmakers last week agreed a provisional deal for artificial intelligence rules aimed at establishing guardrails for the rapid development of AI and setting a global standard in technology regulation. The long road to the EU AI …

EU Court Sides With Car Service Firms in Data Fight With Sweden Truck Maker Scania

Swedish truck maker Scania must share car data, such as vehicle identification numbers, with repair shops and parts distributors, Europe’s top court said on Thursday in a ruling that could provide a boost for the latter looking to tap a …

Businesses Criticize New EU Data Rules, Saying They Could Hinder Data Flow

Businesses and Big Tech on Wednesday criticized European Union data rules agreed between EU countries and lawmakers, saying they could hinder data flow and contractual freedom, while a pan-European consumer group said they did little for Europeans. The Data Act, …

Car Services Groups Warn of Unfair Competition as EU Data Plan Stalls

Car services groups on Friday warned a stalled EU proposal to ensure fair access to valuable vehicle data could pave the way for unfair competition from U.S. and Chinese tech companies. The vehicle data tussle between carmakers and a coalition …

Insurers, Leasing Firms Push European Commission for Access to Valuable Vehicle Data

A broad coalition of insurers, leasing companies, car repair shops and others are calling on the European Commission to propose rules for fair access to valuable vehicle data soon, fearing further delays could see the initiative shelved after European Parliament …