Henna Virkkunen

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Executive Vice-President for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy of the European Commission

Website: https://commission.europa.eu/about/organisation/college-commissioners/henna-virkkunen_en

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2026-08-31 10:32:17 GMT

Today, we designated ChatGPT as a Very Large Online Search Engine and Reddit and Roblox as Very Large Online Platforms under the DSA.
These services indicated that they reach at least 45 million average monthly users in the EU and thus meet the threshold for designation.
ChatGPT, Reddit and Roblox, will now be held to a higher standard of scrutiny and accountability in the EU, in line with their large impact on our citizens and society.
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_1772

2026-08-15 14:51:24 GMT

Earlier this week we met again with Meta and TikTok to advance our cooperation on the Ceuta situation.
Both platforms have ramped up enforcement against human smuggling and disinformation.
And these actions are supported by a reinforced regional and global fact-checking network.
Together, we continue to monitor developments closely to assess what further actions are needed.

2026-07-31 14:59:51 GMT

Sunday marks the beginning of enforcement for the AI Act. The new transparency rules will also start to apply.
Under the new rules, chatbots & other interactive AI systems will have to tell users they are dealing with AI, not a human. Deepfakes will have to be labelled. AI-generated or altered content will also have to carry machine-readable marks so it can be detected.
We are taking an important step towards AI that people and businesses can understand and trust.
https://link.europa.eu/dBPWGf
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2026-07-31 11:29:16 GMT

We are following closely the situation in Ceuta.
As President von der Leyen said, dangerous crossings must stop immediately. Smuggling networks must be dismantled. And returns must be swift, in line with our rules.
Protecting the Union’s external borders is a crucial part of our efforts to tackle irregular migration and prevent dangerous journeys.
I am in close cooperation with Magnus Brunner and Dubravka Šuica, who are working closely with authorities & partners to help manage the situation.

2026-07-30 10:01:43 GMT

The AI Gigafactories call is now open.
Today, we launched a call for tenders to establish up to 7 AI Gigafactories across Europe, boosting Europe’s computing capacity and unlocking more than €30 billion in investment.
I am pleased to see Member States, industry, and the Commission coming together to build these facilities, which are key to strengthening our technological sovereignty.
This is a milestone for Europe in becoming an AI Continent.
https://link.europa.eu/qGDhv3
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2026-07-23 10:36:52 GMT

We took two decisions finding non-compliance by Google with the DMA for self-preferencing its own services on Google Search, and for putting in place restrictions on businesses to direct consumers to alternative, often cheaper, purchase channels on Google Play.
In this regard, we issued Google a fine of €460 million and a fine of €430 million respectively.
We will not hesitate to use our tools to safeguard business and innovation opportunities opened up by the DMA.
https://link.europa.eu/vrNJTx
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2026-07-21 07:43:51 GMT

The guidelines to help providers and deployers of AI systems meet the EU AI Act’s transparency obligations have been published.
Why are they important?
The transparency obligations, which start to apply on 2 August, will help people recognise when they are interacting with AI or when content has been generated or altered by AI, reducing the risk of deception & manipulation.
https://link.europa.eu/6HVFx3
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2026-07-20 10:30:50 GMT

Today, we fined AliExpress €550M for breaching its obligations under the DSA to diligently assess and mitigate risks relating to the sale of illegal, unsafe or counterfeit products on its e-commerce platform.
Scale is not an excuse; risks must be identified and addressed systematically to ensure consumers can safely shop online.
Today, we are holding AliExpress to this standard and request it to take action.
https://link.europa.eu/7qbWHK
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2026-07-11 18:11:20 GMT

The Commission officially recommends EACEA to terminate the €2 million grant to the Venice Biennale.
This follows a thorough assessment of the replies from the Biennale to justify the re-opening of Russia’s pavillon.
Culture in Europe - funded with taxpayers money - should promote and safeguard democratic values.
These values are not respected in today’s Russia.

2026-06-30 17:33:17 GMT

Social media can connect, engage & inspire.
But we cannot ignore its impact on young people.
That’s why we’ve launched a €1.48M call for proposals to create & test safer, more inclusive social media platforms and features designed with young users in mind.
This pilot project will involve young people from different countries and backgrounds in designing and developing new European social media platforms.
🔗 https://link.europa.eu/HNhp38
#SocialMediaDay
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2026-06-15 14:11:01 GMT

Welcome Ukraine to the EU Cybersecurity Reserve.
Today, we are strengthening our collective defences and reaffirm the principle of solidarity that lies at the heart of Europe's digital future.
https://link.europa.eu/3WxQQ9
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2026-06-03 14:19:56 GMT

🇪🇺 Europe is taking control of its data, its supply chains, and its future.
The Tech Sovereignty Package marks a significant step forward in our efforts to strengthen Europe’s technological sovereignty.
🇪🇺Chips Act 2.0
🇪🇺Cloud & AI Development Act
🇪🇺EU Open Source Strategy
🇪🇺Strategic Roadmap for Digitalisation & AI in Energy
A comprehensive & interconnected strategy for tech sovereignty, bringing together initiatives that reinforce one another across the entire value chain.
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2026-05-29 10:29:15 GMT

Trusted flaggers guidelines under the #DSA: have your say!
Take part in the consultation on the draft guidelines for trusted flaggers, aimed at gathering input from stakeholders & ensuring that the guidelines provide clear & effective guidance on the key aspects of the mechanism.
https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/news/commission-seeks-feedback-draft-trusted-flaggers-guidelines-under-digital-services-act
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2026-05-20 14:56:15 GMT

What makes an AI system “high-risk” under the #AIAct?
We just published draft guidelines to help providers and deployers assess whether an AI system falls under the high-risk classification.
Share your feedback now ⤵️
https://link.europa.eu/fRKfdf
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2026-05-11 10:16:09 GMT

Can you spot when you interact with AI systems?
To help providers & deployers meet the transparency requirements for AI systems under the #AIAct, we have published draft guidelines for feedback.
Stakeholders can take part in this consultation here ➡️ http://link.europa.eu/vWBD7Q
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2026-05-03 08:05:49 GMT

Independent journalism is the backbone of our societies; journalists are its defenders.
On World Press Freedom Day, we stand in solidarity with journalists and will continue to ensure they have what they need to fulfil their vital role in our democracies.
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2026-04-27 16:50:17 GMT

We have sent preliminary findings to Alphabet as part of proceedings launched on 27 January under the #DMA.
These findings focus on Alphabet’s obligation to ensure effective interoperability with its Android operating system.
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_887
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2026-04-17 08:15:52 GMT

We’ve awarded a €180M tender for sovereign cloud to four European providers.
This enables EU institutions, bodies, offices & agencies (Union entities) to procure sovereign cloud services.
Scaling the use of EU cloud is key to strengthening Europe’s digital sovereignty.
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_833
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2026-04-09 14:20:54 GMT

When I took office I set out a clear ambition: to make Europe an AI continent.
One year on from the launch of the AI Continent Action Plan, key elements are already being delivered, from the rollout of 19 AI Factories, to the proposal of the AI Omnibus.
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/building-artificial-intelligence-european-way-henna-virkkunen-0o2we

2026-03-26 11:08:21 GMT

Keeping kids safe online is a top priority.
Today, the Commission has preliminarily found porn platforms Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX, and XVideos in breach of the Digital Services Act for allowing minors to access adult content.
We’ve also launched investigation into Snapchat under doubts that the platform has failed to adequately protect minors from harmful content, grooming, and illegal products like drugs and vapes. We also suspect that they have failed to verify users age sufficiently.
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2026-03-25 11:14:09 GMT

Today we introduced AGILE, our €115 million, 100% EU-funded pilot programme. Its mission is taking cutting-edge defence tech from the lab to the battlefield at record speed.
To stay ahead in modern warfare, Europe must innovate faster. Yet our SMEs & startups, face too many barriers and current programmes take too much time. It’s time to fix that.
How?
✔ 100% funding for roughly 20–30 projects
✔ Claim expenses retroactively
✔ 4-month turnaround
✔ Open to companies in the EU, EFTA and Ukraine
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2026-02-17 12:00:00 GMT

Today, we have launched an investigation into Shein under the #DSA.
The investigation concerns the platform’s potentially addictive design features, the lack of transparency around its recommender systems, and the sale of illegal products, including child sexual abuse material.
In the EU, illegal products are prohibited whether they are sold on a store shelf or through an online marketplace.
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2026-02-10 16:53:10 GMT

97% of young people in the EU use internet daily. Today, on Safer Internet Day, Europe takes a step forward in protecting and empowering young people online.
Together with Commissioner Glenn Micallef, we presented an Action Plan Against Cyberbullying aimed at giving children, parents, carers and educators the tools they need to prevent, report and combat cyberbullying.
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2026-02-09 14:54:12 GMT

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💪Happy to be here, showing my support for an open and decentralized internet! #DigitalSovereignty 🇪🇺

2026-02-09 14:52:48 GMT

Today in Leuven to inaugurate Europe’s largest #ChipsAct pilot line, NanoIC at IMEC. A milestone for EU semiconductor development and manufacturing.
This pilot line will enable the next gen of advanced semiconductor technologies essential for future tech and our competitiveness.
NanoIC will serve as a strategic European pilot line where researchers and companies can test and develop new chip designs and technologies.
🔗 https://lnkd.in/edBvwkYi
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2026-02-06 11:14:30 GMT

Today, the Commission has preliminarily found TikTok in breach of the DSA, for its addictive design.
This includes features such as infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications, and its highly personalised recommender system.
TikTok seems to fail to implement reasonable, proportionate and effective measures to mitigate risks stemming from its addictive design.
At this stage, the Commission considers that TikTok needs to change the basic design of its service.
🔗: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_312
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2026-01-27 10:32:00 GMT

We have started two sets of proceedings to assist Alphabet in complying with its obligations on AI services interoperability and online search data sharing under the DMA.
This will ensure more open and innovative AI and Search services to the benefit of consumers and businesses.
🔗 https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_202
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2026-01-26 18:06:29 GMT

We designated today WhatsApp as Very Large Online Platform under the #DigitalServicesAct, as its ‘Channels’ feature reaches the designation threshold of at least 45 million users in the EU.
Learn more: https://link.europa.eu/YCP7VK
#dsa
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2026-01-26 11:14:27 GMT

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We have also extended our on-going investigation on X, to evaluate whether X diligently assessed and mitigated all systemic risks associated with its recommender systems.
🔗 https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_203

2026-01-26 11:13:56 GMT

Creating fake, sexual images of women and children is a cruel and unacceptable form of abuse. We will not accept that.
Today, the European Commission has launched new investigation against X under the DSA. We have taken investigative steps and suspect that X has not properly assessed and mitigated risk on Grok´s functionalities. This includes the risk of spreading illegal content in the EU, like fake sexual images and child abuse material.
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2026-01-24 10:07:07 GMT

Today, on the International Day of Education, we are reminded that digital skills are essential for everyday life and for future-proof jobs.
Europeans are clear about this priority: 92% agree that digital skills should be taught to everyone, at all levels of education.
Learn more about the different EU initiatives to support and promote excellence in digital skills:
🔗https://link.europa.eu/rMg4dk
And check out the new "Future needs in digital education" report:
🔗https://link.europa.eu/JMtTcR
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2026-01-22 17:01:48 GMT

A packed day in the World Economic Forum in Davos focused on technology and security. 🇨🇭
Meetings with technology companies and investors, a panel on European tech sovereignty, and interviews with CNBC, the Financial Times, and Reuters.
Decision-makers must create stability now, not adding further uncertainty. It’s encouraging to see Europe attracting investment.
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2026-01-20 14:58:05 GMT

Today, we have decided to update the EU’s #cybersecurity rules, while keeping up with the fast-changing digital world.
✅Securing ICT supply chains
✅+ support to companies & EU countries
✅Stronger certification
✅Investing in skills
➡️& more
All for a safer digital Europe!
🔗 https://link.europa.eu/x8xnq9
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2026-01-17 19:54:22 GMT

Territorial integrity and sovereignty are fundamental principles of international law. They are essential for Europe and for the international community as a whole.
Joint statement by President von der Leyen and President Costa on Greenland: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_143

2026-01-17 19:20:34 GMT

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At a time of global uncertainty, Europe must diversify its partnerships, reduce dependencies, and stand firmly for open, fair and rules-based trade. This deal does exactly that — reinforcing Europe’s role as a reliable global partner and strengthening our economic resilience.

2026-01-17 19:19:44 GMT

After more than 25 years of negotiations, we have today signed the EU-Mercosur agreement.
We are strengthening our strategic partnership with Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay — building a shared market of nearly 700 million people.
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2026-01-15 14:59:23 GMT

Over €307 million in funding are now available for #AI and related technologies.
Two new calls have just been launched under the Horizon Europe Work Programme, mobilising €307.3M to strengthen Europe’s digital innovation & competitiveness.
Apply now: https://link.europa.eu/Fftyjc
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