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EU Considers Loosening Digital Rules to Satisfy Trump

7/2/2025

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Brussels appears ready to compromise with Trump, risking Europe's digital independence. The EU may loosen the Digital Markets Act, enabling tech giants to shape their own regulations—much like letting tobacco companies dictate health policies. This shift aims to satisfy Trump's call for more straightforward rules, raising concerns about accountability and oversight.

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Brussels appears ready to compromise with Trump, risking Europe's digital independence. The EU may loosen the Digital Markets Act, enabling tech giants to shape their own regulations—much like letting tobacco companies dictate health policies. This shift aims to satisfy Trump's call for more straightforward rules, raising concerns about accountability and oversight.