Digital

Facial Recognition Policies: Unintended Fallout in the Digital Landscape

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The recent implementation of facial recognition laws across various digital platforms is resulting in unforeseen challenges, with significant implications for privacy and user experience. Increasing numbers of websites are now requiring users to verify their identities through facial scans, a move that raises critical questions about data security and ethical considerations. Proponents argue that such measures enhance security by preventing identity theft and ensuring that services are utilized by legitimate users. However, critics are sounding alarms over potential misuse and the erosion of privacy rights. The technology, they say, could lead to surveillance practices that … Read more

Navigating the Digital Labyrinth: CEPS Unveils Essential EU Legislative Tools for Policymakers

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Brussels, Belgium – As the digital landscape continues to evolve rapidly, the European Union’s legislative framework is growing increasingly intricate. In response to this complexity, the Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS) has released a new dataset aimed at supporting stakeholders in navigating the latest EU digital laws. This dataset includes a carefully selected compilation of the 20 most significant EU digital laws and regulations, alongside a collection of key documents outlining the EU’s digital strategies. This information is up to date as of September 2025 and supplements a previously published dataset from July 2025 … Read more

Maryland’s Digital Advertising Tax Faces Legal Setback as Court Declares It Unconstitutional

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An appellate court in Maryland recently invalidated a segment of the state’s digital advertising tax, marking a significant shift in the regulation of online advertising revenue. The court’s decision arose from a legal challenge that claimed the tax disproportionately affected companies involved in digital advertising compared to traditional businesses. The law, enacted in 2021, imposed a tax on gross revenues generated by certain advertising services, which critics argued was unfairly burdensome on digital platforms. Plaintiffs, which included national advertisers and technology firms, contended that the tax violated constitutional provisions by imposing an undue economic burden … Read more