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Restore Telecoms and Internet Connectivity in Gaza Now!

DSA: the war on Gaza is not an excuse to silence people online

26 Oct 2023

The EU’s fast-tracked “solution” to the spread of illegal content online could result in long-term consequences to freedom of speech.

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DSA: the war on Gaza is not an excuse to silence people online
26 Oct 2023
DSA: the war on Gaza is not an excuse to silence people online
Telecoms and Internet Connectivity Gaza

When tackling illegal online content related to conflict in Gaza, the rule of law matters 

18 Oct 2023

The Digital Service Act (DSA) must not be exploited in times of conflict or crisis.

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When tackling illegal online content related to conflict in Gaza, the rule of law matters 
18 Oct 2023
When tackling illegal online content related to conflict in Gaza, the rule of law matters 
Telecoms and Internet Connectivity Gaza

Precise interpretation of the DSA matters especially when people’s lives are at risk in Gaza and Israel

18 Oct 2023

The Digital Service Act (DSA) must not be exploited in times of conflict or crisis. The E.U. must respect due process when enforcing the DSA during ongoing armed conflict in the Gaza Strip.

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Precise interpretation of the DSA matters especially when people’s lives are at risk in Gaza and Israel
18 Oct 2023
Precise interpretation of the DSA matters especially when people’s lives are at risk in Gaza and Israel
The EU must hold VLOPs accountable

Fundamental rights impact assessments are key for effective DSA enforcement 

18 Sep 2023

Under the EU DSA, companies designated as VLOPs or VLOSEs must assess fundamental rights risks stemming from their services. Access Now and ECNL have published a new policy paper to support enforcement of this requirement.

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Fundamental rights impact assessments are key for effective DSA enforcement 
18 Sep 2023
Fundamental rights impact assessments are key for effective DSA enforcement 
The EU must hold VLOPs accountable

Towards meaningful fundamental rights impact assessments under the DSA

18 Sep 2023
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Towards meaningful fundamental rights impact assessments under the DSA
18 Sep 2023
Towards meaningful fundamental rights impact assessments under the DSA
Indonesia MR5 Amicus Brief

VLOPs or flops: Is Big Tech dodging accountability in the EU?

4 May 2023

The EU asked tech companies to share their user numbers in order to see who qualifies as a Very Large Online Platform (VLOP) under the Digital Services Act (DSA) rules. But the numbers don’t add up.

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VLOPs or flops: Is Big Tech dodging accountability in the EU?
4 May 2023
VLOPs or flops: Is Big Tech dodging accountability in the EU?
The EU must hold VLOPs accountable

The Digital Services Act: your guide to the EU’s new content moderation rules

6 Jul 2022

The EU Digital Services Act has finally arrived. We unpack what this law contains and the changes people can expect to see from 2024 onwards.

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The Digital Services Act: your guide to the EU’s new content moderation rules
6 Jul 2022
The Digital Services Act: your guide to the EU’s new content moderation rules
The EU must hold VLOPs accountable

EU’s political deal on the Digital Services Act step in the right direction, but some questions remain

26 Apr 2022

While Access Now welcomes the DSA’s human rights-centric framework, there are gaps that must be addressed.

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EU’s political deal on the Digital Services Act step in the right direction, but some questions remain
26 Apr 2022
EU’s political deal on the Digital Services Act step in the right direction, but some questions remain
The EU must hold VLOPs accountable

What’s next for the EU’s DSA?

21 Feb 2022

The European Parliament has adopted its position on the proposed DSA. We explain where we are in the negotiations and what is coming next.

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What’s next for the EU’s DSA?
21 Feb 2022
What’s next for the EU’s DSA?
The EU must hold VLOPs accountable

Victories in the DSA vote: IMCO Committee puts people’s rights before corporate interest

14 Dec 2021

Access Now welcomes victories in the DSA vote, indicating steps towards further protecting freedom of expression and opinion online.

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Victories in the DSA vote: IMCO Committee puts people’s rights before corporate interest
14 Dec 2021
Victories in the DSA vote: IMCO Committee puts people’s rights before corporate interest