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The European Union (EU) has sent a formal request to major tech companies, including Apple, Google, Microsoft, and Booking.com, demanding they explain their efforts to combat financial scams on their platforms.
This action is part of the EU’s ongoing enforcement of its landmark Digital Services Act (DSA), a law designed to hold tech firms accountable for illegal content.
The request, which could lead to a formal investigation and potential fines, focuses on how these companies prevent scammers from misusing services like app stores and search engines.
The EU is concerned about fake apps and fraudulent websites that pose as legitimate businesses.
The DSA has faced criticism from figures like President Donald Trump and some in the US tech sector who label the rules as censorship.
However, the EU maintains that it will not back down and that any content considered illegal in the real world is also illegal online.
Companies like Microsoft and Google have stated their commitment to working with the EU, while Booking.com highlighted a significant drop in fraudulent reservations due to its internal measures.
The EU’s digital chief has warned that more investigations into other platforms could be coming soon.
