These were some of the questions the DPCMO board discussed in Brussels with MEPs, the Chamber of Commerce, the Commission, Microsoft and a Think Tank.
The Danish media industry has thrived for hundreds of years and demonstrated its robustness and preparedness for change. This is a time of great global upheaval. But also, a time of opportunity if we have a level playing field and market efficiency without information asymmetries and monopolistic distortions.
Democracy Shield, Competitiveness Compass, Commission work programme 2025, Innovation Act, Digital Fairness Act, AI Act, DSA, DMA, EMFA, copyright directive, AVMS directive and how to foster plural, quality journalism and a robust democracy were among the topics. Civic engagement, education, critical thinking and citizens’ awareness and participation are needed in a multilateral cooperation if we are going to succeed. We have a choice.
As stated in the Commission’s work programme 2025, joining forces matters. With determination and unity, DPCMO attempts to tackle the challenges we all face when working with global tech giants.