The Commission launched a targeted consultation on the review of the Recommendation on relevant markets in the electronic communications sector adopted in December 2020 (2020/2245). The Commission is considering reviewing the current Recommendation to take into account major market and technological developments such as the deployments of 5G networks, the convergence between different types of …
The Commission initiated a targeted consultation to collect evidence and best practices to provide guidance, in close cooperation with BEREC, on the application of Article 3 of the Gigabit Infrastructure Act (GIA). Input is being gathered from national regulatory authorities, Dispute Settlement Bodies (DSBs), network operators including electronic communications operators and service providers, industry associations, …
The European Commission is setting up a scientific panel of independent experts to support the implementation and enforcement of the AI Act. The panel will focus on general-purpose AI (GPAI) models and systems, advising the EU AI Office and national authorities on systemic risks, model classification, evaluation methodologies, and cross-border market surveillance. It will also …
Generative AI (GenAI) could significantly boost innovation and productivity across key sectors in the EU, from healthcare to education and the cultural and creative industries, according to a new scientific report by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC). The outlook report highlights GenAI’s transformative potential for innovation, productivity, and societal change. But it also …
The European Commission is making available €145.5 million to empower small and medium-sized enterprises and public administrations in deploying cybersecurity solutions and adopting the results of cybersecurity research. For this purpose, the European Cybersecurity Competence has launched two calls for proposals. The first call is part of the Digital Europe Programme, with a budget of €55 million. €30 …
The Commission has launched a public consultation to gather input on implementing the AI Act’s rules on high-risk AI systems. The consultation will collect practical examples and clarify issues relating to high-risk AI systems. This feedback will be taken into account in the upcoming Commission guidelines on classifying high-risk AI systems, and related requirements and …
The Commission is seeking views on how to tackle barriers for cross-border business operations, boost innovation and increase investment in the European electronic communications sector. This will help the Commission to address challenges to the deployment of advanced networks, such as fibre, 5G/ 6G and cloud-based infrastructure, in the Digital Networks Act, planned for adoption …
EU Member States adopted the Commission’s proposal on the EU blueprint for cybersecurity crisis management (‘Cyber Blueprint’) to reinforce our Union’s resilience against growing cyber threats. The ‘Cyber Blueprint’ defines roles and responsibilities, detailing the key actors and mechanisms involved at all stages of a crisis. It enhances information sharing and response coordination at political …
The European Commission and the High Representative set out a joint vision for the EU’s external action for digital. As the digital revolution is reshaping economies and societies in a global geopolitical landscape which is more challenging than ever, the new EU International Digital Strategy shows that the EU is a stable and reliable partner, …
The Commission launched a public consultation on a new methodology to calculate the quality of service of 5G connectivity. The features offered by this new methodology enable the calculation of the estimated (theoretical) quality of service of 5G, as opposed to the measured (sample tests) quality of service of 5G. It proposes a common approach …