Legal
The Department for Legal Information analyses key legal issues linked to the audiovisual sector and reports on major legal developments and ground breaking cases which affect media legislation in Europe.
National rules applicable to influencers
This report is the first ever comprehensive comparative analysis of the regulatory frameworks that govern influencer activity in the EU-27, as well as in Norway, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
Green transition in the audiovisual sector
This report looks at the impact of the audiovisual sector on the environment. It examines international and pan-European legislation in this field, national legislation and film funding criteria and current carbon footprint calculating systems and collaborative approaches to sustainability.
The definition of independent production in direct and indirect public support measures
This study looks at how independent producers of films and audiovisual works are defined for the purposes of receiving public funding.
The European Media Freedom Act unpacked
This extensive, yet accessible report takes a deep dive into this new piece of media legislation that is intended to ensure media freedom, pluralism, and a well-functioning internal media market across the European Union.
AVMSDigest - Safe screens: protecting minors online
This report investigates how the AVMS Directive can help protect minors online.
Legal challenges and market dynamics in the video games sector
This publication explores the legal framework for video games.
Media pluralism in selected Black Sea countries: the influence of European standards
The European Audiovisual Observatory publishes a new in-depth analysis of European media law in the Black Sea Region.
AI and the audiovisual sector: navigating the current legal landscape
This publication explores the legal framework around AI in the audiovisual sector.
Media literacy and the empowerment of users
This publication delves into the critical role media literacy plays in today's digital age, offering insights into current strategies in place to enhance users' abilities to navigate the complex media landscape.
Curtains up on regulation and support measures for the cinema exhibition sector
This report examines the regulatory landscape concerning the cinema exhibition sector.
