Google Settles with Italy, EU Tech Rules Evolve

The European Unions Digital Markets Act (DMA) aims to centralize enforcement in Brussels, but a recent Google-Italy settlement highlights the continued role of national regulators. Google agreed to change data consent practices following an Italian investigation accusing it of misleading and aggressive tactics. The European Commission welcomed the settlement, noting that national authorities work on consumer protection laws complements the DMA. Google will redesign its choice screen and prompt all European users to re-select data preferences, demonstrating a collaborative approach between national bodies and the European Commission.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.