Digital Services Act (DSA)
A first step towards an improved legal framework for fighting the spread of illegal content online and enhanced consumer protection in the digital sphere.
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The creative and cultural industries thrive on a strong liability regime
– DSA enforcement should ensure consistency with upholding IPR;
– Tried and tested remedies to tackle illegal content should be strictly enforced;
– Rogue operators are to be treated as such, with strict measures in place.
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What is illegal offline is also illegal online
– Recognising the role of “trusted flaggers” with expertise and a track record of accurate notices is an important first step to tackling illegal content online;
– Notice and action mechanisms: both prevention and fast removal of illegal and unlicensed content should be the outcome when enforcing the DSA;
– No tolerance for repeat infringers: The adoption of mandatory repeat offender policies by online platforms is an important tool to ensure online safety and tackle illegal content.
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Making the online environment safer for users and consumers
-The establishment of the KYBC principle was an important first step, but far more needs to be done to ensure transparency for consumers and providers of products/services;
– DSA enforcement should be the tool guaranteeing that disinformation is effectively tackled.