Category: Digital services
Digital services Online safety
Second Out-of-Court Dispute Settlement Body in Ireland certified
Coimisiún na Meán has today 11.06.2026 published details of the certification of Impress Dispute Resolutions (IDR) as an Out-of-Court Dispute Settlement (ODS) Body. Under the Digital Services Act (DSA), bodies which are established in Ireland may apply to us for certification as an ODS Body. An ODS body can help online users resolve disputes relating […]
Digital services Online safety
Two investigations commenced into Meta, in respect of Facebook & Instagram
Coimisiún na Meán’s Investigations Team has today (05.05.2026) commenced two separate formal investigations into Meta, the provider of the Instagram and Facebook platforms, under the EU Digital Services Act (DSA). The investigations will assess whether these platforms have contravened Article 27 (in particular Article 27.3) and Article 25 (in particular Article 25.1) of the DSA. […]
Digital services Online safety
Coimisiún na Meán Statement on Grok
Under the Digital Services Act, the European Commission is responsible for the oversight of very large online platforms with their requirements to assess and mitigate risks that their services may create in relation to the proliferation of illegal content online and the protection of fundamental rights, including protection for minors. Coimisiún na Meán is engaging […]
Digital services Online safety
Coimisiún na Meán commences investigations into TikTok and LinkedIn
Coimisiún na Meán’s Investigations Team has today (02.12.2025) commenced two formal investigations into the TikTok and LinkedIn platforms, under the EU Digital Services Act (DSA). The investigations will assess whether these platforms have contravened Articles 16(1), 16(2)(c) and Article 25 of the DSA. In September 2024, Coimisiún na Meán’s Platform Supervision Division commenced a review […]
Digital services Online safety
Cooperation Agreement signed with Data Protection Commission
An Coimisiún and the DPC also approved a joint statement committing them to advance the safety of children and the protection of their personal data online. Coimisiún na Meán has today (16.10.2025) announced the signing of a cooperation agreement with the Data Protection Commission (DPC). The Agreement represents a framework of cooperation and information sharing […]
European Commission adopts Delegated Act on Data Access
Coimisiún na Meán welcomes the European Commission’s adoption of the Delegated Act on Data Access. This is a significant milestone in the implementation of the provisions of Article 40 in the Digital Services Act (DSA). The Delegated Act provides further clarity to researchers around the procedures for researchers, VLOP / VLOSEs (Very Large Online Platforms and […]
The Central Bank of Ireland awarded Trusted Flagger status
Coimisiún na Meán, has today announced the decision to grant Trusted Flagger status to the Central Bank of Ireland. Under the Digital Services Act (DSA), Coimisiún na Meán as the Digital Services Coordinator in Ireland has the power to award Trusted Flagger status to entities established in Ireland who meet certain conditions. Trusted Flaggers are […]
Coimisiún na Meán certifies the first Out-of-Court Dispute Settlement Body in Ireland
Coimisiún na Meán, has today 08.10.2024 published details of the certification of Appeals Centre Europe (ACE) as an Out-of-Court Dispute Settlement (ODS) Body. Under the Digital Services Act (DSA), bodies which are established in Ireland may apply to us for certification as an ODS Body. An ODS body can help online users resolve disputes relating […]
Coimisiún na Meán opens review of online platforms’ compliance with EU Digital Services Act
Coimisiún na Meán is concerned that people are having difficulty reporting illegal content to online platforms. Under the Digital Services Act, online platforms are required to act on reports of illegal content in line with the law. This concern comes following an initial review, alongside information gathered from An Coimisiún’s Contact Centre and complaints passed […]
Digital services Online safety
Coimisiún na Meán outlines how interested entities can apply for Trusted Flagger status
Under Article 22 of the Digital Services Act, Coimisiún na Meán may award the status of Trusted Flagger. Trusted Flaggers will work within designated areas of expertise to identify illegal content. Where a Trusted Flagger identifies illegal content, they may submit a notice to the relevant online platform. Online platforms will be legally obliged to […]