Europe's highest court dismissed Google's Android antitrust appeal this month. Lucas Lasota, Jithendra Palepu and Dario Presutti argue the next battle is already underway over who governs trust in the Android ecosystem.
Google Android Antitrust Ruling Shows the Next Battle is Over Who Controls Trust
Europe's top court upheld Google's Android antitrust penalty, but the bigger battle may now be over who governs trust in the Android ecosystem.
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The EU Court of Justice delivered its final judgment in the Google #Android antitrust case. The next battle will be about who controls trust in the Android ecosystem and how its governance can be a new form of gatekeeping power, as the new #Google Android developer verification shows. More here 👇
Free Software Foundation Europe (FSFE)@fsfe.org · last wk.👇 We wrote an analysis for @techpolicypress.bsky.social on how these developments could impact #FreeSoftware app stores and operating systems: www.techpolicy.press/google-andro...
The very long awaited decision by the @ec.europa.eu regarding #Google's Digital Markets Act compliance was released today. Here is my report for @techpolicypress.bsky.social which breaks it all down
The High Stakes Behind the EU’s €890M Google DMA Fine
Megan Kirkwood breaks down Google’s €890M Digital Markets Act fine, self-preferencing findings, Play Store rules and the next phase of enforcement.
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This is a moment I will fully process at a later stage, but let me just do one thing. Let me say thank you to my awesome @fsfe.org colleagues who tirelessly worked on this success today since more than 2 years and everyone else involved in this! The fight for #SoftwareFreedom is not over!
Free Software Foundation Europe (FSFE)@fsfe.org · 4w ago⚠️ Breaking News! The @eucourtofjustice.bsky.social ruled today that Apple must comply with interoperability obligations under the #DMA The Court also confirmed the App Store as a core platform service. A victory for developers, computer users and #SoftwareFreedom! 🚀 fsfe.org/news/2026/ne...
Today, the @ec.europa.eu released its new #TechSovereignty Package. This could mark a milestone for Free Software in Europe: it recognises “Public Money? #PublicCode!” and introduces #FreeSoftwareFirst. Now we need implementation - and long-term funding for #FreeSoftware! fsfe.org/news/2026/ne...
EU Tech Sovereignty: A milestone for Public Code? Now implementation is key - FSFE
The European Commission published its Technological Sovereignty Package on 3 June 2026, containing the new "Open Source Strategy". If implemented, it could...
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Super proud to be part of this amazing team fighting for #Interoperability and #SoftwareFreedom in Europe 💪
Free Software Foundation Europe (FSFE)@fsfe.org · 3mo agoAware of Apple's attempts to dodge its #DMA obligations? 👀 The FSFE's been granted permission to intervene at the @eucourtofjustice.bsky.social for second time, backing the @ec.europa.eu on a case that will test the EU’s interoperability obligations under the #DMA: fsfe.org/news/2026/ne...
The @ec.europa.eu is preparing a Communication that will provide guidance on how to apply the Cyber Resilience Act in practice and would like to hear your views: ec.europa.eu/info/law/bet... Background: fsfe.org/news/2026/ne... #CRA #FreeSoftware #SoftwareFreedom #OpenSource
European Commission - Have your say
European Commission - Have your say
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The latest @ec.europa.eu decision to start a specification proceeding, regulating how #Google should grant interoperability under the #DMA will be closely monitored by the @fsfe.org 👀
Free Software Foundation Europe (FSFE)@fsfe.org · 6mo agoToday, @ec.europa.eu opened a process under the #DMA to regulate how #Google handles #interoperability within #Android. The FSFE has been working intensively over the last two years to improve DMA interoperability against gatekeepers like #Apple and Google. ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
#FreeSoftware plays a key role in the effective enforcement of the #DMA. In this article, we explain how gatekeepers continue to hinder Free Software and argue for enforcement that also takes into account smaller #FOSS and smaller developers. The DMA was not written only for big tech competitors.
Tech Policy Press@techpolicypress.bsky.social · 8mo agoEurope’s Digital Markets Act aims to open ecosystems: alternatives to app stores, fair access to OS features, real interoperability. But for many free and open source developers, those promises remain fragile without robust enforcement, write Lucas Lasota, Dario Presutti and Jithendra Palepu.
Digital sovereignty can only be achieved with Free Software! That’s why we call for the Germany Stack to be implemented entirely as Free Software: fsfe.org/news/2025/ne... Our feedback on openCode: gitlab.opencode.de/dstack/d-sta... (DE) #FreeSoftware #PublicCode #DStack #OpenSource
Germany Stack: Only Free Software Enables Digital Sovereignty - FSFE
The “Germany Stack” is a central digital-policy project of the German federal government. The FSFE calls for the Stack to be planned in close coordination ...
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Deadline extended to 25 August! Thoughts on gatekeepers’ compliance with DMA obligations?Their impact on users’ rights? How enforcement structure can be improved? Accepted scholars will be invited to present research at our November symposium. Submit abstracts here ⬇️ tinyurl.com/473v5mtk
Digital Markets Act Enforcement: Impact and next steps - ARTICLE 19
Call for papers: European Commission under the Digital Markets Act (DMA)
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Are you a #FreeSoftware developer requesting interoperability under Art. 6(7) of the #DMA? We need you! Whether your request was accepted, denied, or you're still planning to make it, your input is crucial! Please, take a few minutes of your time to take this survey: survey.fsfe.org/index.php/69...
📣 The FSFE calls for broader interoperability by Apple under the DMA 📣 We submitted our position to the @ec.europa.eu ’s public consultation on measures requiring Apple to ensure compliance with the #DMA 's interoperability provisions. fsfe.org/news/2025/ne...
The FSFE calls for broader interoperability by Apple under the DMA - FSFE
The Free Software Foundation Europe, alongside civil society organizations, developers and researchers, submitted its position to the European Commission’s...
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Message is loud and clear: Software Freedom needs long-term sustainable funding!
Free Software Foundation Europe (FSFE)@fsfe.org · 2y ago📣 EU consultation confirms: long-term funding for #FreeSoftware is needed! After our call to action, hundreds of answers highlight the need for sustainable funding for #SoftwareFreedom in Europe. Read more here: fsfe.org/news/2024/ne...
#EuropeanElections are approaching and as a #FreeSoftware advocate you are still making up your mind? We got you covered and created a toolkit to help you get active and get to know candidates' stances on #SoftwareFreedom. Make good use of it ;) fsfe.org/activities/p...
Get active during electoral campaigns - FSFE
A guide to make an impact by getting in touch with political representatives during electoral campaigns
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Free Software Foundation Europe (FSFE)@fsfe.org · 2y agoEU elections to the #EuropeanParliament will take place in June 🇪🇺 As a #SoftwareFreedom enthusiast you can advocate for it! 💡 Ask your candidates if they know what #FreeSoftware is and tell them why it is important for a democratic society! media.fsfe.org/w/p/9gYSyoEY... #EUelections
When you get a new device, you should be able to the right to (un)install any software! Watch this talk and learn the experience of Luca Bonissi, #FSFE volunteer and supporter, getting the refund of pre-installed software media.fsfe.org/w/c6aVef1hY9... #SoftwareFreedom
SFSCON23 - Luca Bonissi - Windows and Office “tax” refund
The right to install any software on any device and various cases about the refund of pre-installed software Some manufacturers try to force to use the preinstalled software on the PC you acquire, ...
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