Notices by European Commission (eu_commission@social.network.europa.eu), page 2

⚠️ Opening of formal proceedings against TikTok under the Digital Services Act.

We are concerned that TikTok has launched the "Task and Reward Program" of TikTok Lite without conducting a diligent assessment of the risks it entails.

We suspect an infringement of the DSA, and we consider that there are risks of serious damage for the mental health of users.

Therefore, we have communicated to TikTok our intention to suspend the TikTok Lite rewards programme in the EU.

europa.eu/!HQdcGP

#DSA

🌍 This Earth Day and every day, we have taken ambitious steps and introduced concrete measures to reduce plastic pollution, including:

🔁 The EU’s Plastics strategy
🚯 The Single-Use Plastics Directive
♲ The Circular Economy Action Plan
🌊 Zero Pollution Action Plan

Last year, we adopted the chemical legislation REACH that restricts microplastics intentionally added to products. It prevents the release of about half a million tonnes of microplastics in the environment.

#EarthDay #EUdelivers

We are a Union of 27 countries and 450 million people sharing one future.

Diversity is what defines, unites us.
Diversity is also what makes us love the Fediverse.

As we mark two years on Mastodon, thank you for enlivening the conversation with insightful comments and content.

Love does not increase after the first day, but it deepens.

Let's make this journey even more engaging!

What topics did you like the most and would like to see more often 👇

We’re digitising your lives with things like the EU Digital Identity Wallet for safe online ID checks and doc shares.

The #EUDigitalIdentity Wallet will allow users to easily obtain, store and share important digital documents, while electronically signing or sealing them for added convenience.

With this tool, control over shared data and access permissions are guaranteed for maximum privacy and security.

📍 It will be a voluntary service available to all who choose to use it.

#EUDelivers

The next round of #DiscoverEU applications is now open!

👉 born between 1 July 2005 and 30 June 2006
👉 a citizen or a resident of the 🇪🇺 or 🇮🇸, 🇱🇮, 🇲🇰, 🇳🇴, 🇷🇸 or 🇹🇷

You have until 30 April to apply for a 30-day free train ticket to travel across Europe. A golden opportunity to embark on an unforgettable European adventure!

Apply now: https://youth.europa.eu/discovereu_en

Last year, an area around twice the size of Luxembourg was burnt in the EU.

It was the fourth worst year since 2000 regarding areas affected by wildfires. This is also due to the single largest fire to occur in Europe since the 1980s.

We call for greater prevention and preparedness via:

🔹 nature-based solutions like vegetation management
🔸 wildfire early warning systems
🔹 the efficient firefighting means that the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism offers.

➡️ https://t.co/wPMCTQs4KX

🗳️ We need to uphold the integrity of our elections in Europe.

The newly signed Code of Conduct for the 2024 European Parliament Elections will serve as a comprehensive checklist for political parties, candidates, media, and citizens to monitor ethical behaviour throughout the election campaign.

The Code helps build trust with voters and increase confidence in the electoral process.

Discover how → https://europa.eu/!YTXfW8

#EU #EUDemocracy

On #InternationalRomaDay, we celebrate the culture of Europe's Roma community, comprising 10-12 million people across the EU and enlargement region.

Yet, many Roma face high levels of antigypsyism and discrimination. The EU's Roma Strategic Framework 2020-2030 aims to change this by:

🔹halving the poverty gap,
🔹 reducing housing shortages,
🔹integrating Roma children into education.

Together, let's build a fair and equal Europe for all.

Read more: https://europa.eu/!W9Vpd7

For a safer, healthier future for every EU citizen.

On World Health Day, we reflect our achievements to:

💙overcome a pandemic together
💙reinforce our health security
💙reform the EU pharmaceutical legislation
🎗️ set out a plan to beat cancer
💙implement a comprehensive approach to mental health

Through a strong #HealthUnion, we are better prepared for the future.

#EUDelivers

If you are passionate about trains, raise your hand! 🚆🙋♀️🙋♂️

Discover our new cross-border rail initiatives in the EU that are reshaping train travel.

These projects cover routes from Hungary to Austria and Romania, Paris, Milan, and Venice, setting the foundation for future routes and increased travel options.

As mobility discussions play a crucial role in shaping the future of transportation, join us at #ConnectingEurope Days 2024 in Brussels until the 5th of April.

ℹ️ https://europa.eu/!3MJVFq

Clickbait, bots, misleading stories, deepfakes can come in various forms.

With our Digital Services Act, we are at the forefront of creating a safer digital space and online experience.

On #FactCheckingDay and every day, we can all play an important role in combating the spread of disinformation online.

→ https://europa.eu/!JH97YU

#FactMatters #EUDelivers

📞🇪🇺 New upgrade available...

From 7 March, the designated gatekeepers – Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, ByteDance, Meta, and Microsoft – must comply with all obligations in the Digital Markets Act.

These changes give you control of your:

📱 data: decide freely how your data is used
📱 phone: choose your default apps, browsers and search engines
📱 apps: install the apps you want and remove pre-installed apps

Learn more → https://europa.eu/!7YNvdp

#DigitalEU #EUDelivers

GET READY! The new #DiscoverEU application round will be open from 16 to 30 April.

Are you an 18-year-old adventurer? This is your opportunity to win a FREE travel pass and explore Europe by train.

Visit the European Youth Portal for more info: https://youth.europa.eu/discovereu

What would be your favourite destination?

The Digital Markets Act untangled 🌀

What is a gatekeeper? What does interoperability mean?

You might not be too familiar with these terms, but they help shape the digital world we navigate every day.

⟷ Swipe through our #DMA dictionary & learn more about these key concepts!

ℹ️ https://europa.eu/!QF6KGT

#DigitalEU

Nearly 14 million EU nationals live in an EU country different than the one they come from. And about 12 million of them have the right to vote.

If you are one of them, you can vote at the forthcoming European Elections 2024 in your country of residence.

To do that, you may need to register.

Learn more about the concrete registration deadlines in the different EU countries and other practical arrangements.

https://elections.europa.eu/en/ #UseYourVote

Today, we have opened five non-compliance investigations under the Digital Markets Act.

It concerns:
🔹Alphabet’s rules on steering in Google Play
🔹Alphabet’s self-preferencing in Google Search
🔹Apple’s rules on steering in the App Store
🔹Apple's choice screen for Safari
🔹Meta’s ‘pay or consent model’

More info: https://europa.eu/!4NF6bV

#DMA #EU

Today, EU leaders decided to open accession negotiations with Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The country has taken impressive steps towards our Union.

More progress has been achieved in just over a year than in over a decade.

Congratulations 🇧🇦!

In Latin, Mare Nostrum means 'Our Sea.'
But it is also the name of one of the most powerful #EU supercomputers in the world!

With 314 million billion calculations per second, Mare Nostrum will enable scientific breakthroughs in areas we need most, such as health, climate change, AI, and clean energy technologies.

Located in Barcelona 🇪🇸, Mare Nostrum is the result of a close partnership with the EuroHPC initiative.

Find out more about our supercomputers → https://europa.eu/!gt4Yrt

#EUDelivers

Today, we are recommending to open EU accession negotiations with Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Bosnia and Herzegovina has taken impressive steps forward, and the positive dynamic on the reform path needs to continue.

Their future lies in our Union.

Learn more → https://europa.eu/!Fw6gTT

Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, ByteDance, Meta, Microsoft

These large, systemic online platforms were designated as gatekeepers under the Digital Markets Act.

As of midnight today, they won't be able to use unfair practices towards those depending on them – with a fine of up to 20% of their global turnover for multiple failures.

The #DMA will ensure:
- More services to choose and switch to
- Direct access to services
- Fairer prices
- New opportunities to compete

Check how: https://europa.eu/!QF6KGT