ZeroGravity Weekly Brief | February 16, 2026

EU Level

GDPR

11 Feb 2026: The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and Supervisor (EDPS) issued a joint opinion on the EU’s “Digital Omnibus” proposal (which includes changes to GDPR/EUDPR). They generally welcome harmonisation steps but strongly warn against narrowing the definition of “personal data” (saying such changes go beyond case law and would weaken data protection)

EDPB Work Programme 2026–2027 published. Sets priorities incl. easing compliance and strengthening cooperation.

EDPB report on consultation about “helpful templates” for GDPR compliance. Signals intent to develop practical, ready-to-use templates (focus on SMEs).

AI Act

9 Feb 2026: The European Commission sent Meta (WhatsApp) a Statement of Objections under EU competition law, marking the first AI-Act‑era enforcement. The Commission’s preliminary view is that Meta (via WhatsApp Business) is abusing its dominant position by blocking third‑party AI assistants from accessing WhatsApp. It warned this exclusion “risks blocking competitors” and causing “serious and irreparable harm” to the market for AI assistants (In practice, the Commission said it will impose urgent interim measures if Meta doesn’t restore access.)

DSA

10 Feb 2026: Commission Action Plan Against Cyberbullying (Safer Internet Day). Sets measures aimed at platform protections for minors and better reporting/support.

Sweden Level

11 Feb 2026: IMY commentary on proposed GDPR changes (Digital Omnibus). Highlights “strengths and risks,” including concern about weakening rights if “personal data” scope is narrowed.

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