欧盟委员会：与美国的贸易谈判不会涉及数字监管法规

Core Points - The European Union (EU) is not willing to compromise on its digital regulations in trade negotiations with the United States, specifically regarding the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and the Digital Services Act (DSA) [1][3][5] - The DMA aims to regulate major tech companies like Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, and Meta, defining "gatekeepers" based on specific criteria such as revenue and user base [3][5] - The DSA will take effect on February 17, 2024, requiring large platforms to take measures against illegal and harmful content, promoting consumer protection and the growth of smaller platforms [3][5] Regulatory Actions - The EU has already imposed fines on Apple (€500 million) and Meta (€200 million) for non-compliance with the DMA, with potential daily fines for further violations [3][4][5] - Apple has paid the fine but disagrees with the EU's requirements and plans to appeal, while Meta has made limited changes to its advertising services and claims discrimination [4][5] Trade Negotiations - As the deadline for increased tariffs approaches, there are concerns that the EU may relax its digital regulations to reach a trade agreement with the US [1][5][6] - EU officials, including Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, have stated that discussions will not compromise the EU's decision-making sovereignty [5][6] - European politicians express concern over potential concessions to the US, warning against setting a dangerous precedent by altering established laws [6]