Digitalisation: eco Association Formulates Top 5 Digital Policy Tasks for the next German Federal Government
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eco Association on the Digital Omnibus: Europe Promises Regulatory Relief but Leaves Key Barriers to AI in Place

Europe must not squander its economic potential in the global AI race due to a lack of legal certainty and unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles. That is why, following the EU Member States’ agreement on a common position regarding the Digital Omnibus, eco Association is calling for a clear legal framework for AI training and proportionate data protection obligations.
date 2026/10/22
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Ahead of Cabinet Decision: eco – Association of the Internet Industry Calls for Effective Protection Against Digital Violence Without Overblocking
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eco on the German Federal Government’s Key Proposals for Protecting Children and Young People Online: A European Solution Instead of National Transitional Rules

eco – Association of the Internet Industry welcomes the German federal government’s increased focus on promoting media literacy among children and young people in the key proposals adopted today. However, eco Association calls for a European solution to establish a minimum age for using social networks and sees a need for further action to support and strengthen established complaints offices.
date 2026/10/19
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