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EU representatives have reached a political agreement on the controversial ‘Chat Control’ proposal, aiming to combat child sexual abuse online. The deal, which has faced significant opposition over privacy concerns, paves the way for further negotiations with the European Parliament.

A Dutch consumer foundation is taking legal action against Netflix, alleging that price increases since 2017 were implemented unlawfully. Customers can join a ’no cure, no pay’ claim to potentially receive compensation for the price difference.

A new analysis comparing purchasing power across EU nations shows the Netherlands in a stronger position than income figures alone suggest. After accounting for the cost of living, the country climbs the rankings, placing it among Europe’s top-tier economies.

The EU plans to impose a surcharge on packages from outside the EU under €150 starting in 2026, which could increase prices by up to 17% and curb the flood of cheap Chinese goods.