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A new regulatory framework for Europol should be judged not only by the additional data and analytical capacity it provides, but by whether the resulting exercise of law-enforcement power remains traceable, reviewable and subject to effective independent supervision.
The AI Act has been generally applicable in the European Union since 2 August 2026. This is an important regulatory milestone, but it does not mean that every major transparency obligation is already operational. For public authorities, one fact is especially important: the…
Executive summary The European Commission announced that the AI Omnibus entered into force on 27 July 2026. The reform is presented as a targeted simplification of the EU AI rulebook that preserves safeguards while easing compliance, extending some timelines and supporting innovation. One of the most important changes for democratic resilience is the treatment of … Read more