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The Trump administration has instructed U.S. diplomats to lobby against data sovereignty laws that could hinder global data flows.

The Russian government is moving to fully block WhatsApp and Telegram, citing non-compliance with domestic laws as the main reason for action against these platforms.

This article explains the new tax laws in Nigeria and how they affect individuals and small businesses.

The Trump administration's 'freedom.gov' project aims to create a platform that circumvents European digital laws, which critics argue poses a threat to democracy and fundamental rights.

Grindr has begun implementing age verification for users in Brazil to comply with new digital child protection laws.

The USA is reportedly planning to launch an online portal called 'freedom.gov' to help users circumvent EU digital regulations.

The National Assembly of Ecuador approved a law aimed at strengthening cybersecurity, which includes significant reforms to several existing laws and emphasizes digital education and user responsibility.

The NRW Minister of Media is proposing new regulations to limit the opinion power of digital corporations in Germany, as the current media concentration laws are outdated.

Russia has blocked the messaging service WhatsApp, claiming the company is unwilling to comply with local laws.

Krzysztof Gawkowski emphasizes that Poland is determined to establish its own legal framework regarding a proposed digital tax, despite objections from the United States.

The Kremlin has confirmed that it is taking measures against the Telegram messenger for non-compliance with local laws, resulting in reported slowdowns affecting users across Russia.

The EU Commission has deemed TikTok's app design dangerous and acknowledges addiction risks, stating that the platform must comply with EU laws requiring major changes.

The EU Commission accuses TikTok of fundamental violations of European law, claiming that its design is addictive and jeopardizes the physical and mental development of millions of children.

The European Commission's investigation revealed that TikTok's design is deemed 'addictive' and violates EU digital laws, potentially resulting in a fine of up to 6% of ByteDance's global revenue.

As Japan's House of Representatives election approaches on the 8th, experts discuss key issues including labor regulations, cost of living, and digital transformation.

Angelika Johansson argues that the government must implement laws to prevent parents from exposing their children on social media, addressing the issue of permanent digital footprints.

Taxi drivers across Italy held a strike protesting against unfair competition from Uber, demanding clearer regulations for digital platforms and the enforcement of existing laws.

President Karol Nawrocki announced his decision to veto three laws, emphasizing the need for boundaries in legislation, particularly criticizing aspects of the law implementing the Digital Services Act.