European Commissioner Teresa Ribera stated that the European Commission aims to foster cooperation rather than conflict with its digital regulations. The Commission recently fined Apple €500 million and Meta €200 million for violations of the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Both companies plan to appeal the fines, claiming the EU's approach is discriminatory. Ribera emphasized the importance of fair competition for smaller companies and mentioned that fines are a last resort, advocating for a culture of compliance. She also discussed the EU's merger rules, indicating support for mergers that enhance global competitiveness while ensuring fair competition. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)