EU Parliament analyses the impact of Google’s AI Summaries and AI Overviews on Publishers’ Revenue and Media Freedom
When a user searches for news on Google today, the answer may come directly from Google’s own interface, without any click reaching the publisher that produced it. AI Overviews represent a structural shift in how information is accessed online and how its value is distributed. In its latest MEP briefing, the EU Parliament’s EUDS Special Committee examines what that shift means for the economic sustainability of independent journalism, for media pluralism, and for democratic resilience in the European Union.
EU Commission publishes European Media Data Market study 2024-2026
The European Data Market (EDM) Monitoring Tool has been tracking the progression of the European Data Economy since 2013. This tool provides valuable insights and quantitative data on its industry and regional dissemination, significantly influencing European policy strategies in this domain.
How to master Europe’s digital infrastructure needs? – EU Consultation
The Commission aims to collect views on the scenarios outlined in the White Paper and provide all stakeholders: Member States, civil society, industry, and academics alike, an opportunity to contribute to the Commission’s future proposals in this domain.
Eight news media projects gain €12m EU support
This call aims to support two sets of projects: collaborations between media to stimulate innovation in business and editorial models; and projects that offer funding schemes to support media of particular relevance to democracy and civic participation, to enhance pluralism.
How to do Independent Audits under the Digital Services Act?
Under the Digital Services Act (DSA), Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) and Very Large Online Search Engines (VLOSEs) must subject themselves to an annual audit, carried out by an independent auditor, to assess their compliance with their DSA obligations and with any commitments undertaken pursuant to codes of conduct and crisis protocols adopted.
New call for proposals supports EU fact-checkers and disinformation debunkers
To create a safer and more trustworthy online environment, the European Union is strongly committed to the fight against disinformation. During the recent crises, fact-checkers have emerged as an integral element in the media value chain, verifying and assessing the credibility of content based on facts and evidence.
Media Freedom Act: MEPs improve protection of journalists and media
In response to growing threats to media freedom and the industry’s viability, MEPs adopted their position on a law to strengthen the transparency and independence of EU media.