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Europe Divided Over Controversial Digital Omnibus Reforms

12/17/2025

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European representatives are debating the Digital Omnibus, revealing a divide among member states.
Critics say it threatens privacy and digital rights, while others view it as too timid.
Mario Draghi has urged reforms to boost European competitiveness, citing high compliance costs.
A letter from organizations across EU countries supports the Digital Omnibus but calls for changes to aid competitiveness, including simplifying the Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) and delaying implementation.

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Story summary

European representatives are debating the Digital Omnibus, revealing a divide among member states.
Critics say it threatens privacy and digital rights, while others view it as too timid.
Mario Draghi has urged reforms to boost European competitiveness, citing high compliance costs.
A letter from organizations across EU countries supports the Digital Omnibus but calls for changes to aid competitiveness, including simplifying the Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) and delaying implementation.