Google AI Mode and meeting with the Parliament

Trustworthy media are a cornerstone of European democracy. That is why, on 4 November 2025, the Minister of Culture brought together European ministers to issue a declaration affirming, among other things, that we must actively protect our free, diverse and independent media and ensure citizens' access to trustworthy information.

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And that is why Danske Medier and DPCMO have once again contacted the Danish Parliament and requested a hearing with the Culture Committee. This is the third request in relation to Google – the first request was made when Google suddenly decided in November to block Danes’ access to news via Google’s platforms. The second request was in May 2025, when Google chose to launch Google AI Overview.

Now, in October 2025, Google has launched AI Mode with content from Danish media despite our reservations. The service is designed to ensure that users stay in Google’s universe. Added to this is the use of media content in Google AI’s solutions without agreement. Gemini has refused to enter into an agreement with DPCMO or participate in mediation with a mediator appointed by the Minister of Culture.

We are not asking for special treatment, but simply that all companies, regardless of size, respect our rules.