• Mehr als 3 Millionen Wörter Inhalt
  • |
  • info@itmedialaw.com
  • |
  • Tel: 03322 5078053
Rechtsanwalt Marian Härtel - ITMediaLaw

No products in the cart.

  • en English
  • de Deutsch
  • Informationen
    • Ideal partner
    • About lawyer Marian Härtel
    • Quick and flexible access
    • Principles as a lawyer
    • Why a lawyer and business consultant?
    • Focus areas of attorney Marian Härtel
      • Focus on start-ups
      • Investment advice
      • Corporate law
      • Cryptocurrencies, Blockchain and Games
      • AI and SaaS
      • Streamers and influencers
      • Games and esports law
      • IT/IP Law
      • Law firm for GMBH,UG, GbR
      • Law firm for IT/IP and media law
    • The everyday life of an IT lawyer
    • How can I help clients?
    • Testimonials
    • Team: Saskia Härtel – WHO AM I?
    • Agile and lean law firm
    • Price overview
    • Various information
      • Terms
      • Privacy policy
      • Imprint
  • Services
    • Support and advice of agencies
    • Contract review and preparation
    • Games law consulting
    • Consulting for influencers and streamers
    • Advice in e-commerce
    • DLT and Blockchain consulting
    • Legal advice in corporate law: from incorporation to structuring
    • Legal compliance and expert opinions
    • Outsourcing – for companies or law firms
    • Booking as speaker
  • News
    • Gloss / Opinion
    • Law on the Internet
    • Online retail
    • Law and computer games
    • Law and Esport
    • Blockchain and web law
    • Data protection Law
    • Copyright
    • Labour law
    • Competition law
    • Corporate
    • EU law
    • Law on the protection of minors
    • Tax
    • Other
    • Internally
  • Podcast
    • ITMediaLaw Podcast
  • Knowledge base
    • Laws
    • Legal terms
    • Contract types
    • Clause types
    • Forms of financing
    • Legal means
    • Authorities
    • Company forms
    • Tax
    • Concepts
  • Videos
    • Information videos – about Marian Härtel
    • Videos – about me (Couch)
    • Blogpost – individual videos
    • Videos on services
    • Shorts
    • Podcast format
    • Third-party videos
    • Other videos
  • Contact
Kurzberatung
  • Informationen
    • Ideal partner
    • About lawyer Marian Härtel
    • Quick and flexible access
    • Principles as a lawyer
    • Why a lawyer and business consultant?
    • Focus areas of attorney Marian Härtel
      • Focus on start-ups
      • Investment advice
      • Corporate law
      • Cryptocurrencies, Blockchain and Games
      • AI and SaaS
      • Streamers and influencers
      • Games and esports law
      • IT/IP Law
      • Law firm for GMBH,UG, GbR
      • Law firm for IT/IP and media law
    • The everyday life of an IT lawyer
    • How can I help clients?
    • Testimonials
    • Team: Saskia Härtel – WHO AM I?
    • Agile and lean law firm
    • Price overview
    • Various information
      • Terms
      • Privacy policy
      • Imprint
  • Services
    • Support and advice of agencies
    • Contract review and preparation
    • Games law consulting
    • Consulting for influencers and streamers
    • Advice in e-commerce
    • DLT and Blockchain consulting
    • Legal advice in corporate law: from incorporation to structuring
    • Legal compliance and expert opinions
    • Outsourcing – for companies or law firms
    • Booking as speaker
  • News
    • Gloss / Opinion
    • Law on the Internet
    • Online retail
    • Law and computer games
    • Law and Esport
    • Blockchain and web law
    • Data protection Law
    • Copyright
    • Labour law
    • Competition law
    • Corporate
    • EU law
    • Law on the protection of minors
    • Tax
    • Other
    • Internally
  • Podcast
    • ITMediaLaw Podcast
  • Knowledge base
    • Laws
    • Legal terms
    • Contract types
    • Clause types
    • Forms of financing
    • Legal means
    • Authorities
    • Company forms
    • Tax
    • Concepts
  • Videos
    • Information videos – about Marian Härtel
    • Videos – about me (Couch)
    • Blogpost – individual videos
    • Videos on services
    • Shorts
    • Podcast format
    • Third-party videos
    • Other videos
  • Contact
Rechtsanwalt Marian Härtel - ITMediaLaw

The Digital Services Act and its impact on the games industry

22. June 2023
in Law and computer games
Reading Time: 3 mins read
0 0
A A
0
flag 2313980 1280
Key Facts
  • The Digital Services Act (DSA) significantly changes the European legal framework for online services, especially for gaming platforms.
  • Introduction of a code of conduct that sets minimum standards for combating illegal content.
  • Platforms must ensure that users' privacy is protected and that their personal data is used securely.
  • The DSA demands clear and specific explanations when platforms take action against users.
  • Increased transparency: From February 16, 2024, platforms must publish their user figures in the EU.
  • Companies should develop a compliance strategy to meet the new requirements of the DSA.
  • Working with legal advisors is important to understand the legal implications of the DSA.

The Digital Services Act (DSA) represents a significant change in the European digital regulatory framework and has a strong impact on companies, especially those offering online services such as gaming platforms. Here are some of the key implications and adjustments that game companies need to consider in light of the DSA:

Content Hide
1. Code of conduct and transparent procedures
2. Alignment with the Digital Services Act: privacy, accountability and transparency
3. Conclusion
3.1. Author: Marian Härtel

Code of conduct and transparent procedures

The DSA introduces a “Code of Conduct” for online service providers, which means that gaming platforms will be required to comply with certain minimum standards. These standards cover a variety of aspects that affect the user’s online experience.

A key aspect of the Code of Conduct is the fight against illegal and dangerous content. Gaming platforms need to take proactive measures to ensure that such content is quickly identified and removed. This can be done through the use of moderation tools and machine learning, but it also requires providing clear guidelines to users about what is considered illegal or dangerous.

Promoting diversity of opinion is another important aspect of the Code of Conduct. Platforms must ensure that they create an environment where all users feel safe to express their opinions. This can be achieved by combating harassment and hate speech and promoting inclusive and respectful discussions.

Maintaining user privacy is also a key element. Platforms must ensure that they protect their users’ personal data and only use it with their consent. This includes encrypting personal data, providing privacy settings for users, and complying with general data protection regulations.

Finally, the DSA requires that when platforms take action against users, they provide clear and specific explanations as to why this is happening. Users must be informed of what specific content or behaviors led to these actions, and they must have the opportunity to appeal these decisions. This requires a clear communication strategy and transparent processes. Companies must have open channels of communication and be prepared to provide support to users as needed, whether through customer service, community management, or other forms of user support.

Alignment with the Digital Services Act: privacy, accountability and transparency

The Digital Services Act (DSA) places new requirements on gaming companies in terms of privacy, liability, and transparency. One of the main elements of the DSA is the strict data protection rules, which require companies to carefully review and, if necessary, adjust their data protection policies. In addition, the DSA changes the liability and accountability model by making companies responsible for the content that is published on their platforms. To ensure compliance with these new regulations, it is critical that gaming companies develop and implement a compliance strategy.

In addition, it is critical that companies fully understand the legal implications of the DSA and take appropriate action. This can happen through close cooperation with a lawyer 😉

Another requirement of the DSA is increased transparency in terms of usage figures. Since February 16, 2024, online platforms are required to publish their average monthly user numbers in the EU. This requires precise tracking and presents an additional challenge, as tracking requires user consent in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Conclusion

The Digital Services Act (DSA), adopted by the European Parliament and Council on September 14, 2022, published in the Official Journal of the European Union on October 12, 2022, and enacted on November 1, 2022, symbolizes a significant step in the digitization and regulation of online services in Europe. It will take legal effect in all EU countries from February 17, 2024.

For gaming companies providing online services, the DSA has far-reaching implications and requires a comprehensive review and adjustment of their current practices. At its core, the DSA requires companies to understand the details of the law and revise their privacy policies accordingly. Here, it is central to develop a compliance strategy that ensures that the company complies with all new and existing data protection and liability regulations.

A key change is the introduction of a “Code of Conduct” for online service providers, which sets minimum standards for combating illegal and dangerous content, promoting diversity of opinion, and protecting user privacy. In addition, companies are required to provide clear and specific explanations when taking measures against users and to provide options for objection.

Additionally, gaming companies are encouraged to work with legal counsel to ensure they understand the legal implications of the DSA and act accordingly. Another important requirement is the monthly publication of user numbers in the EU, which requires accurate tracking and consent in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Overall, the DSA represents a significant change in the European digital regulatory framework and has a strong impact on businesses. It is critical that gaming companies understand these changes and take appropriate steps to adapt and ensure they are acting in accordance with the law.

Marian Härtel
Author: Marian Härtel

Marian Härtel ist Rechtsanwalt und Fachanwalt für IT-Recht mit einer über 25-jährigen Erfahrung als Unternehmer und Berater in den Bereichen Games, E-Sport, Blockchain, SaaS und Künstliche Intelligenz. Seine Beratungsschwerpunkte umfassen neben dem IT-Recht insbesondere das Urheberrecht, Medienrecht sowie Wettbewerbsrecht. Er betreut schwerpunktmäßig Start-ups, Agenturen und Influencer, die er in strategischen Fragen, komplexen Vertragsangelegenheiten sowie bei Investitionsprojekten begleitet. Dabei zeichnet sich seine Beratung durch einen interdisziplinären Ansatz aus, der juristische Expertise und langjährige unternehmerische Erfahrung miteinander verbindet. Ziel seiner Tätigkeit ist stets, Mandanten praxisorientierte Lösungen anzubieten und rechtlich fundierte Unterstützung bei der Umsetzung innovativer Geschäftsmodelle zu gewährleisten.

Tags: ComplianceHaftung

Weitere spannende Blogposts

Careful with the presentation of KPIs in investor negotiations

New info on the status of the State Media Treaty
7. September 2023

Introduction Investor negotiations are an important part of corporate financing in the Federal Republic of Germany. Whether a startup or...

Read moreDetails

OnlyFans management contracts: What content?

OnlyFans management contracts: What content?
24. September 2024

OnlyFans has developed into one of the leading platforms for content creators in recent years. More and more artists are...

Read moreDetails

Violation of provisions of a license agreement violates copyrights

Publication of sales advertisements and classification as a trader
7. November 2022

The ECJ today published a decision on the Enforcement Directive, which deals with rules of conduct in license agreements. The...

Read moreDetails

BGH on Liability for Video Uploads of Third Parties

copyright
19. June 2019

The Federal Court of Justice has delivered an interesting verdict on the question of liability for video uploads of third...

Read moreDetails

Why rules of procedure for managing directors in a GmbH can be useful

Why rules of procedure for managing directors in a GmbH can be useful
21. July 2023

Introduction Limited liability companies (LLCs) are an important part of economic life. They work in almost all industries, from small...

Read moreDetails

Agile development and fixed-price projects: Contractual challenges for IT service providers

Agile development and fixed-price projects: Contractual challenges for IT service providers
14. October 2024

The combination of agile software development and fixed-price projects presents IT service providers with particular contractual challenges. On the one...

Read moreDetails

BGH on Liability for Customer Reviews on Amazon

No more free tissues at the pharmacy?
7. October 2019

The Federal Court of Justice currently has to decide whether the supplier of a product offered on the online trading...

Read moreDetails

How can Esports contracts ensure your organization’s success?

How can Esports contracts ensure your organization’s success?
8. December 2022

As a manager or person in charge of organizing a sport or an Esports team, you have to consider many...

Read moreDetails

Warranty and indication of liability for defects

Online retailer: Notice of warranty of defects
3. April 2019

As I often write, the establishment of an online service or an online shop is currently riddled with so many...

Read moreDetails
9a3163f322579ddf4a0346b6f2059f5c

Corporations

10. November 2024

Definition and legal classification Corporations are legally defined associations of persons with their own legal personality. They form an independent...

Read moreDetails
Software maintenance contract

Software maintenance contract

16. October 2024
Press wholesale distribution agreement

Press wholesale distribution agreement

16. October 2024
Security token

Security token

2. July 2023
gmbh co kg 4

GmbH & Co KG

25. June 2023

Podcast Folgen

da884f9e2769f2f96d6b74255be62c27

The role of the IT lawyer

5. September 2024

In this exciting podcast episode, we delve into the fascinating world of IT start-ups and find out why an experienced...

d00527fd01b1f807a4f80c0f202069e7

Legal basics for startup founders – how to start on the safe side!

9. November 2024

In this episode of the Itmedialaw podcast, lawyer and entrepreneur Marian Härtel takes you on a journey through the legal...

Looking to the future: How technology is changing the law

Looking to the future: How technology is changing the law

18. February 2025

In the final episode of the first season of the ITmedialaw.com podcast, we take a look at the future of...

3c671c5134443338a4e0c30412ac3270

“Digital law decoded” with lawyer Marian Härtel

26. September 2024

In this exciting 30-minute podcast, lawyer Marian Härtel decodes the complex world of digital law for the self-employed, start-ups and...

  • Privacy policy
  • Imprint
  • Contact
  • About lawyer Marian Härtel
Marian Härtel, Rathenaustr. 58a, 14612 Falkensee, info@itmedialaw.com

Marian Härtel - Rechtsanwalt für IT-Recht, Medienrecht und Startups, mit einem Fokus auf innovative Geschäftsmodelle, Games, KI und Finanzierungsberatung.

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password? Sign Up

Create New Account!

Fill the forms below to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
  • Informationen
    • Ideal partner
    • About lawyer Marian Härtel
    • Quick and flexible access
    • Principles as a lawyer
    • Why a lawyer and business consultant?
    • Focus areas of attorney Marian Härtel
      • Focus on start-ups
      • Investment advice
      • Corporate law
      • Cryptocurrencies, Blockchain and Games
      • AI and SaaS
      • Streamers and influencers
      • Games and esports law
      • IT/IP Law
      • Law firm for GMBH,UG, GbR
      • Law firm for IT/IP and media law
    • The everyday life of an IT lawyer
    • How can I help clients?
    • Testimonials
    • Team: Saskia Härtel – WHO AM I?
    • Agile and lean law firm
    • Price overview
    • Various information
      • Terms
      • Privacy policy
      • Imprint
  • Services
    • Support and advice of agencies
    • Contract review and preparation
    • Games law consulting
    • Consulting for influencers and streamers
    • Advice in e-commerce
    • DLT and Blockchain consulting
    • Legal advice in corporate law: from incorporation to structuring
    • Legal compliance and expert opinions
    • Outsourcing – for companies or law firms
    • Booking as speaker
  • News
    • Gloss / Opinion
    • Law on the Internet
    • Online retail
    • Law and computer games
    • Law and Esport
    • Blockchain and web law
    • Data protection Law
    • Copyright
    • Labour law
    • Competition law
    • Corporate
    • EU law
    • Law on the protection of minors
    • Tax
    • Other
    • Internally
  • Podcast
    • ITMediaLaw Podcast
  • Knowledge base
    • Laws
    • Legal terms
    • Contract types
    • Clause types
    • Forms of financing
    • Legal means
    • Authorities
    • Company forms
    • Tax
    • Concepts
  • Videos
    • Information videos – about Marian Härtel
    • Videos – about me (Couch)
    • Blogpost – individual videos
    • Videos on services
    • Shorts
    • Podcast format
    • Third-party videos
    • Other videos
  • Contact
  • en English
  • de Deutsch
Kostenlose Kurzberatung