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Digital Services Act (DSA)

Also known as: DSA · EU Digital Services Act

Summary

EU regulation imposing content moderation obligations with fines up to 6% of global annual revenue for non-compliance.

Definition

The Digital Services Act (DSA) is an EU regulation that imposes obligations on online platforms regarding content moderation, transparency, and risk assessment. Its fine cap of 6% of global annual revenue creates massive financial pressure on platforms to comply with content removal demands. The DSA's integration with the EU Code of Conduct+ (January 20, 2025) extends the network's censorship infrastructure into European jurisdictions, forcing platforms to suppress investigative discourse under threat of catastrophic financial penalties.

Background & History

The Digital Services Act (DSA) is an EU regulation that imposes obligations on online platforms regarding content moderation, transparency, and risk assessment. Its fine cap of 6% of global annual revenue creates massive financial pressure on platforms to comply with content removal demands.

Operational Role in the Network

Within the control network, Digital Services Act (DSA) functions as a legal mechanism or case precedent enabling enforcement actions. Its fine cap of 6% of global annual revenue creates massive financial pressure on platforms to comply with content removal demands. The DSA's integration with the EU Code of Conduct+ (January 20, 2025) extends the network's censorship infrastructure into European jurisdictions, forcing platforms to suppress investigative discourse under threat of catastrophic financial penalties.

Documented Actions & Evidence

2025

Digital Services Act (DSA) — documented event

The DSA's integration with the EU Code of Conduct+ (January 20, 2025) extends the network's censorship infrastructure into European jurisdictions, forcing platforms to suppress investigative discourse under threat of catastrophic financial penalties.

Aliases & Alternative Names

DSA EU Digital Services Act

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