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EU Commission Issues Infringement Decision on Failure to Transpose EU RoHS

The Commission of the European Union (EU) has stepped up its efforts to ensure that Member States implement the provisions of the EU Directive on hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

EU Common Charger Rules Now in Effect

Regulations standardizing the use of USB-C-charging technologies are now in effect throughout the European Union (EU) and applicable to all mobile phones and other portable electronic devices sold or marketed there.

EU Council Approves Ecodesign Regulation

The Council of the European Union (EU) has given its final approval to a new regulation addressing ecodesign requirements for sustainable products.

EU Commission Updates Harmonized Standards List for Medical Laboratories’ Accreditation

The Commission of the European Union (EU) has updated the list of harmonized standards used in the process of accrediting laboratories involved in the development or assessment of medical devices.

EU Commission Issues Regulations for Cybersecurity Certification Scheme (EUCC)

The EU Commission has published detailed regulations for the cybersecurity certification of certain products, taking the next step in implementing an EU-wide cybersecurity certification scheme.

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U.S. and EU Sign Joint Cybersafe Products Action Plan

The U.S. and the European Union have signed an agreement to work collaboratively to strengthen the cybersecurity of IoT-capable hardware and software products used by consumers.