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#transgender-rights
EU data protection
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks agoEU court tells member states: gender marker changes are the law - LGBTQ Nation
The EU Court of Justice ruled that member states must allow transgender citizens to update their names and gender markers on identification documents, as bans violate freedom of movement rights guaranteed across the European Union.
EU data protection
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
3 weeks agoEU court orders states to recognise trans citizens' gender in landmark ruling
The EU Court of Justice ruled that member states cannot refuse gender data amendments when they interfere with free movement rights, establishing gender recognition as a fundamental EU right.
#hungary
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months agoThe Guardian view on Hungary's anti-LGBTQ+ laws: Europe must stand up for its values | Editorial
Hungary's new laws threaten to ban Pride events, clashing with EU principles of human dignity and freedom.
Orban's government uses LGBTQ+ issues to polarize and distract from growing political challenges.
The EU may need to confront Hungary legally over this violation of freedoms.
fromReadWrite
2 months agoTipico German EU court case shakes iGaming industry
The premise of the lawsuit is whether Tipico should refund wagers placed between 2013 and 2020, when the operator held a Malta-issued license but not a German one. Specifically, it relates to the compatibility of German gambling laws with wider EU regulations, and in particular, the outworking under Article 56 of the Treaty of the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU).
Miscellaneous
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
4 months agoNew court ruling could have major impact for married LGBTQ+ couples in Europe
In a ruling in regards to two Polish citizens who married in Germany, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) has said that EU member states are obliged to recognise a union between two EU citizens which has "lawfully concluded in another member state" and where the couple in question have "exercised their freedom to move and reside".
Miscellaneous
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 months agoFrench court ruling may lead to legal challenges over state Sky ECC and EncroChat phone hack | Computer Weekly
The European Court of Justice will determine whether EU citizens can challenge evidence obtained from French hacking of Sky ECC and EncroChat under EU law.
Intellectual property law
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
8 months agoOther Barks & Bites for Friday, July 11: EGC Affirms Annulment of Rubik's Cube Marks; Sysco Trade Secret Case Dismissal Affirmed by Fourth Circuit; and AG Szpunar Finds EU Member States Can Offer IP Protections to News Publishers
EU member states can enact extra protections for news publishers on online platforms without undermining freedom of contract.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months agoMixed reaction to Starmer's migrant deal as charities add to calls for clarity
The agreement has received mixed reactions, with charities highlighting concerns over deportation selection and potential racial profiling, while others seek a fair implementation of the deal.
UK politics
European startups
fromeuronews
9 months agoAmazon to call on EU judges for online platform rules exemption
Amazon argues it should not comply with the strictest Digital Services Act requirements due to a lack of systemic risks.
The company's marketplace does not disseminate information or advertising like other platforms designated under the DSA.
#germany
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
10 months agoToday in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Germany's new border policy rejecting asylum seekers without proper checks is ruled illegal by court.
Civil liberties in Germany are increasingly under threat, with concerns over freedom of speech and assembly.
fromBusiness Insider
10 months agoThe EU is threatening to fine Shein, accusing it of deceiving customers with fake discounts and misleading information
The European Commission is accusing Shein of misleading customers through fake discounts and a series of practices deemed illegal under EU consumer protection laws.
European startups
fromIrish Independent
11 months agoFormer senator Mary Seery Kearney to meet with Michael McGrath over surrogacy legislation
Italy has enacted legislation criminalizing surrogacy universally, impacting Italian couples engaging in lawful surrogacy abroad, raising concerns of EU law violations.
Europe politics
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
11 months agoEU court rules 'golden passport' schemes for rich investors are illegal
Golden passport schemes for wealthy foreign investors violate EU law, ruling from the EU's Court of Justice.
Malta's citizenship-for-investment scheme faces legal challenge and must comply with EU standards.
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