10-11-2025 15:10
Building an independent, open and healthy digital environment for European consumers

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This public hearing will explore the current landscape and key challenges for European consumers in the digital environment. High-level representatives from the European Commission, data protection authorities, academia, and industry stakeholders will discuss crucial topics such as algorithm transparency, content moderation, and consumer protection.

With certain digital platforms increasingly dominating the market, Europe's reliance on U.S. and Chinese digital services adds urgency to these discussions. The hearing aims to identify the steps European institutions and stakeholders must take to support a diverse and fair digital ecosystem for European consumers.