AI Liability Directive Proposal Withdrawn
On February 12, 2025, the European Commission announced that it would no longer proceed with the proposed Artificial Intelligence Liability Directive (AILD). Originally introduced in 2022, the AILD aimed to establish uniform rules across the EU for compensating individuals harmed by AI systems. The directive sought to address gaps in existing laws and legal systems […]
Re-Launch of the new and improved tracker
Snellman is excited to (re)launch our Digital Compliance Tracker! The new and improved Snellman Digital Compliance Tracker is re-launched today! The tracker provides an overview of key EU regulations and directives governing digital products and services. It covers AI, Consumer & E-commerce, Cybersecurity, Data, Digital Privacy, and Digital Services. It is designed to simplify the […]
The right of withdrawal from distance contracts concluded by means of an online interface
In November 2023 the European Union enacted Directive (EU) 2023/2673 with regards to financial services contracts concluded at a distance. The Directive, among other things, amends Directive 2011/83/EU on consumer rights. In article 1, the directive adds a new article to the directive on consumers rights. The new article 11a states that when distance contracts […]
Recent ECJ Judgement on the Price Indication Directive – Announced Price Reductions Must be Calculated on the Lowest Price in the Last 30 Days
On 26 of December 2024, the European Court of Justice (“ECJ”) delivered its judgement in case C-330/23 (Aldi Süd) on the interpretation of article 6a of the Price Indication Directive. In the ruling, the court answered the question of whether the article should be interpreted to require announced price reductions – in the form of […]