US Tech Giants Accused of Allying with European Far Right to Weaken EU Rules

A new report accuses Meta, Google and Microsoft of building ties with far-right MEPs to weaken regulation of AI, data and online platforms. The report cites the Digital Omnibus package and possible revisions to the AI Act and GDPR.

• Report cites Meta, Google and Microsoft meetings and lobbying in Brussels
• Far-right gained strength in European Parliament after 2024 elections
• Digital Omnibus package aims to simplify EU digital rules
• AI Act and GDPR timelines and requirements under question