Overview
This report covers Parliamentary Questions (PQs) and Commission replies published from 20.06.2026 to 28.06.2026. The dominant policy areas include the enforcement of the Digital Services Act (DSA), the implementation of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, child protection online, and the intersection of digital infrastructure with industrial competitiveness. The institutional tone reflects a Commission focused heavily on enforcement and operationalising existing frameworks rather than introducing new regulatory bodies. The Commission positions itself as a strict monitor of Member State compliance and platform accountability. For digital-policy professionals, these developments matter because they signal a definitive shift from legislative design to practical, often rigorous, enforcement across the digital single market.
❗ Commission Rejects Call for New E-Commerce Oversight Body
In Parliamentary Question E-001130/2026, MEPs inquired about establishing a specialised EU body for e-commerce oversight. In a response on 26 June 2026, Executive Vice-President Virkkunen confirmed that no new body is being considered. Instead, the Commission is leveraging the Digital Services Act, citing ongoing formal investigations into Temu and Shein, alongside upcoming Customs Reform and a revision of the Market Surveillance Regulation to close enforcement loopholes.
❗ Commission Initiates Infringement Against Poland Over MiCA Implementation
In Parliamentary Question E-002069/2026, the Commission was asked about the transition period for crypto-asset service providers in Poland. In a response on 23 June 2026, Commissioner Albuquerque confirmed that the Commission has opened an infringement procedure against Poland for failing to notify national rules implementing the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) Regulation. The reply underscores that domestic Polish entities risk losing the ability to provide services after 1 July 2026 without a designated national authority.
❓ MEPs Probe Volkswagen’s Data Act Compliance Over Charging Data
In Parliamentary Question E-002465/2026, submitted on 16 June 2026, concerns were raised regarding the Volkswagen Group allegedly blocking real-time, free charging data for electric vehicle owners. The inquiry asks the Commission to assess this practice against the EU Data Act and detail potential enforcement actions. A response from the Commission is pending.
❓ Commission Pressed on SME Compliance Costs for Digital Product Passport
In Parliamentary Question P-002489/2026, submitted on 17 June 2026, the Commission is asked to provide sector-specific estimates of compliance costs for small and medium-sized enterprises adapting to the digital product passport. The question also probes whether the EU plans to deploy public digital solutions to prevent reliance on private IT platforms. A response from the Commission is pending.
❓ Regulatory Integration of Mobile Devices Under Cyber Frameworks Questioned
In Parliamentary Question E-002452/2026, submitted on 15 June 2026, the Commission is asked how it plans to integrate mobile devices into the European regulatory ecosystem, specifically alongside NIS2, DORA, and the Cyber Resilience Act. The inquiry requests specific ENISA guidelines for mobile endpoint protection. A response from the Commission is pending.
❗ Commission Defends Anonymity Safeguards in EU Age Verification App
In Parliamentary Question E-001582/2026, the Commission was challenged on the privacy guarantees of its newly unveiled age verification app. In a response on 23 June 2026, Executive Vice-President Virkkunen clarified that while it is technically impossible to keep IP addresses fully private, the solutions are designed so that metadata cannot be linked to the user’s identity. The Commission positions eIDAS, the Cyber Resilience Act, and the GDPR as the structural safeguards preventing invasive profiling.
❗ Commission Rejects Delaying Age Verification App Despite Security Scrutiny
In Parliamentary Question E-001614/2026, the Commission was asked if it would postpone the launch of the age identification app following reports of cybersecurity vulnerabilities. In a response on 23 June 2026, Executive Vice-President Virkkunen stated that the early reference implementation was intentionally released for scrutiny, and identified issues have been corrected. The Commission indicates no timeline postponement, placing the onus on Member States to ensure national deployment meets cybersecurity standards.
❗ Commission Regrets Expiration of ePrivacy Derogation for CSAM Scanning
In Parliamentary Question E-001566/2026, the Commission was asked about the legal basis for private companies scanning communications following the expiration of the interim ePrivacy derogation. In a response on 24 June 2026, Executive Vice-President Virkkunen expressed regret that co-legislators failed to extend the regime before 3 April 2026. The Commission frames its priority as concluding the permanent CSAM regulation to prevent legislative gaps, rather than outlining immediate enforcement actions against providers.
❗ Commission Emphasises Evidence-Based Approach to Children’s Online Safety
In Parliamentary Question E-001583/2026, the Commission was asked if it would pivot from access bans to proactive, privacy-by-design protection for minors. In a response on 23 June 2026, Executive Vice-President Virkkunen highlighted the establishment of a Special Panel on child safety online, which will deliver recommendations by July 2026. The Commission positions the DSA and the upcoming Digital Fairness Act as the primary vehicles for enforcing safety by design.
❗ Commission Points to DSA and National Authorities to Combat Online Sexual Abuse
In Parliamentary Question E-001667/2026, the Commission was questioned about networks using Telegram and porn sites to facilitate violence against women. In a response on 22 June 2026, Executive Vice-President Virkkunen noted that Telegram is not designated as a Very Large Online Platform (VLOP) and currently falls under the purview of the Belgian digital services coordinator. The Commission frames the DSA and the directive on combating cyberviolence as the appropriate legal tools, noting that Dutch authorities are investigating the specific platform mentioned.
❗ Commission Relies on Digital Fairness Act to Tackle Aggressive Marketing to Minors
In Parliamentary Question E-001408/2026, concerns were raised about the aggressive promotion of adult skincare products to children via social media. In a response on 23 June 2026, Commissioner McGrath stated that the Unfair Commercial Practices Directive already prohibits such targeting. The Commission indicates that the planned Digital Fairness Act will further address regulatory gaps concerning influencers, complementing existing DSA guidelines.
❗ Commission Outlines Coordinated Action Against Online Criminal Recruitment of Minors
In Parliamentary Question E-001905/2026, the Commission was asked how it coordinates with Europol to combat the online recruitment of minors by criminal networks. In a response on 23 June 2026, Commissioner Brunner pointed to Europol’s Operational Task Force GRIMM and the enforcement of the DSA, including formal proceedings against Snapchat. The Commission also announced an upcoming action plan on the protection of children from crime.
❗ Commission Classifies 3D-Printed Firearm Blueprints as Illegal Content Under DSA
In Parliamentary Question E-002008/2026, the Commission was asked about the tracking of firearms online. In a response on 26 June 2026, Commissioner Brunner confirmed that 26 infringement procedures are active regarding the transposition of the Firearms Directive. Crucially, the Commission frames the circulation of 3D-printed firearm blueprints as illegal content subject to removal under the Digital Services Act.
❓ Commission Questioned on Nuclear Energy Penalties for Data Centres
In Parliamentary Question E-002448/2026, submitted on 15 June 2026, MEPs highlight a perceived contradiction in the EU Cloud and AI Development Act, which promotes small modular reactors for data centres but allegedly penalises them through renewable energy performance indicators. The inquiry asks if the Commission will recognise nuclear power as sustainable in future data centre labelling. A response from the Commission is pending.
❓ Regulatory Burden on European Tech Investment Scrutinised
In Parliamentary Question E-002404/2026, submitted on 10 June 2026, the Commission is asked to assess the cumulative impact of bureaucracy, regulation, and energy costs on digital industrialisation and software development in the EU. The question pushes for specific measures to accelerate private investment and regulatory simplification. A response from the Commission is pending.
❓ Potential Conflict of Interest Flagged for Special Envoy on Industrial AI
In Parliamentary Question E-002410/2026, submitted on 11 June 2026, concerns are raised regarding the appointment of Jim Hagemann Snabe, Chairman of Siemens, as the Special Envoy for Industrial AI. The inquiry asks the Commission to assess potential conflicts of interest given Siemens’ ties to hyperscale data infrastructure, and questions whether external governments influenced the appointment. A response from the Commission is pending.
❗ Commission Reasserts Strict Conditions for Legal Interception Amid Spyware Concerns
In Parliamentary Question E-001304/2026, the Commission was challenged on the use of Predator spyware and the EU legislative framework. In a response on 22 June 2026, Executive Vice-President Virkkunen stated that while illegal access to data is unacceptable, legal interception can occur under strict conditions for criminal investigations. The Commission positions the European Media Freedom Act, applicable from August 2025, as a key safeguard against spyware use on journalists.
❗ Commission Defers Sanctions Enforcement to Member States Amid Media Pluralism Concerns
In Parliamentary Question E-001458/2026, the Commission was asked about the launch of Newsmax Polska and potential Russian interference. In a response on 23 June 2026, Executive Vice-President Virkkunen reiterated that enforcing EU sanctions against Russian media outlets is the responsibility of Member States. The Commission notes that the European Media Freedom Act empowers national regulators to coordinate actions against rogue non-EU media providers.
❗ Commission Confirms No Active Investigation into Live Nation and Ticketmaster
In Parliamentary Question E-001808/2026, the Commission was asked about alleged anti-competitive behaviour in the live-event ticketing sector. In a response on 26 June 2026, Executive Vice-President Ribera confirmed there is no ongoing investigation into Live Nation or Ticketmaster. However, the Commission indicates that the upcoming Digital Fairness Act may introduce specific prohibitions on hidden fees and drip pricing to protect consumers.
A review of the Commission’s responses suggests a decisive shift from legislative drafting toward rigorous enforcement and institutional consolidation. Across multiple files, from the Digital Services Act to the Markets in Crypto-Assets regulation, the Commission consistently positions itself as a strict monitor of Member State compliance. The refusal to establish new oversight bodies indicates a preference for leveraging existing frameworks and empowering national authorities to execute their mandates. This is particularly evident in the Commission’s readiness to open infringement procedures, underscoring an insistence on structural readiness at the national level.
Furthermore, the protection of minors and vulnerable users emerges as a primary catalyst for testing the limits of recent digital regulations. The Commission frames child safety not as an isolated issue, but as a cross-cutting priority that operationalises the DSA, the upcoming Digital Fairness Act, and eIDAS. By classifying 3D-printed firearm blueprints as illegal content under the DSA and initiating formal proceedings against platforms, the Commission demonstrates a willingness to interpret content moderation obligations robustly.
Overall, the material reveals a digital-policy environment transitioning firmly into its operational phase. The Commission’s rhetoric relies heavily on evidence-based approaches and privacy-by-design, suggesting that future regulatory interventions will focus less on broad market interventions and more on targeted, technical compliance and cross-border administrative coordination.
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