Brussels has a habit of dressing up hard choices in soft language. “Simplification” sounds tidy, practical, and uncontroversial. But in […]
If EU digital rules are weakened, consumers will pay the price
Transatlantic solutions against Trade Agreements obstacles to Right to Repair
TACD launches new recommendations to defend consumers’ right to repair. International trade agreements now threaten the repair rights of millions, […]
Benedicte Federspiel (1941–2025)
It is with great sadness that we mark the passing of Benedicte Federspiel, a long-standing member of the TACD community […]
Why do trade rules block the way to sustainable consumption?
Consumers worldwide want to go green. But as the demand for sustainable products is growing significantly, so too is greenwashing, […]
We must reduce, reuse, repair and recycle critical minerals
Electronic waste manufacturing is growing five-times faster than recycling. As the United States Trade Representative (USTR) considers questions of U.S. […]
A festival for digital policy nerds: A first-timer’s experience at CPDP 2026
For those not in the Brussels digital policy bubble, CPDP stands for “Computers, Privacy and Data Protection”. It is a […]
Snapchat’s AI Data Grab: Why teens are at risk and regulators are silent
We are not talking enough about Snapchat, the race for AI hegemony and the lack of enforcement of tech regulation. […]
Not all heroes wear capes: why consumer protection authorities need global cooperation
This blog was originally published on BEUC’s website. Everyday around the world, there is a hidden community of civil servants […]
Reflections on the Frontline: Navigating the Policy Maze of Generative AI
Generative AI holds immense potential, but it’s crucial to steer its development toward the public good rather than profit alone. As civil society, we must be vigilant, collaborative, and proactive in advocating for ethical AI, ensuring technology serves to enhance our lives and protect fundamental rights.
Can you spot greenwashing? Consumer experiences in the EU and the U.S.
It’s 2024 and unbelievably companies continue misleading consumers with false green claims in a shady attempt to raise their profits. […]