European Commission launched sector inquiry into the
Internet of Things
The Commission has announced its latest sector inquiry into
the Internet of Things (IoT).
The sector inquiry will cover products such as wearable
devices (e.g. smart watches or fitness trackers) and connected consumer devices
used in the smart home context, such as fridges, washing machines, smart TVs,
smart speakers and lighting systems.
The inquiry has been expected for some time where the digital
sector remains a policy focus for the Commission. Questionnaires have already been received by interested
parties.
The Commission has launched specific behavioural
investigations arising out of previous sector inquiries and they have also led
to legislation. The Commission’s 2017
e-commerce probe was the catalyst for its geo-blocking probes and legislation
banning unjustified geo-blocking.
The Commission expects to publish a preliminary report on
the replies for consultation in the spring of 2021 with a final report in the summer
of 2022.
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_20_1326
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