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“We’ve now got strong evidence backed by well over 100–150 randomized controlled trials,” he says. “We can take mental health care out of formal, specialist-delivered settings.”
December 7, 2024 at 6:51 PM
Transparency is a key focus of the DSA, requiring platforms to disclose how they handle user data and make content moderation decisions.

The DSA is a response to the rapid digital transformation and the new risks and challenges it brings, ensuring a fair and open online platform environment.
December 1, 2024 at 4:15 PM
One of the drivers for the DSA was the need to address the diverging national laws in the EU, which created barriers to the internal market.

The DSA also aims to foster innovation, growth, and competitiveness in the EU's digital economy by providing legal certainty and a single set of rules.
December 1, 2024 at 4:15 PM
December 1, 2024 at 4:15 PM
Online Marketplaces: Websites like eBay and Etsy, which connect buyers and sellers.

App Stores: Platforms like Google Play and Apple's App Store.

Online Travel and Accommodation Platforms: Services like Airbnb and Booking dot com
December 1, 2024 at 4:15 PM
Businesses most likely to be affected by the DSA are:

Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs): Companies like Facebook, YouTube, and Amazon, which have over 45 million users in the EU.

Content-Sharing Platforms: Platforms such as TikTok and Instagram, where user-generated content is shared widely.
December 1, 2024 at 4:15 PM
The DSA introduces new obligations for very large online platforms (VLOPs) to prevent misuse of their systems and undergo independent audits.

The DSA applies to platforms with over 45 million users in the EU. Bluesky isn't there yet, but we're growing fast!
December 1, 2024 at 4:15 PM
The DSA requires platforms to take action against illegal content and cooperate with 'trusted flaggers' to identify and remove such content.

For consumers, the DSA means stronger protection against harmful content, including hate speech and disinformation.
December 1, 2024 at 4:15 PM
The DSA protects users' fundamental rights online, ensuring better control over what they see and more transparency about how their data is used.

Businesses, especially smaller platforms and startups, will benefit from a level playing field and easier access to EU-wide markets.
December 1, 2024 at 4:15 PM