Switzerland: Content moderation regulation in Federal Law on Communications Platforms and Search Engines
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Federal Council closes consultation on Federal Law on Communications Platforms and Search Engines including content moderation regulation
On 16 February 2026, the Federal Council closes its consultation on the Federal Law on Communications Platforms and Search Engines, which includes content moderation regulation. The Law would apply to search engine providers and user-generated conte…
SourceFederal Council opened consultation on Federal Law on Communications Platforms and Search Engines including content moderation regulation
On 29 October 2025, the Federal Council opened a consultation on the draft Federal Law on Communications Platforms and Search Engines, which includes content moderation regulation, until 16 February 2026. The Law would apply to search engine provide…
SourceSwiss Federal Council announced Bill on regulation of online communication platforms including content moderation regulation
On 5 April 2023, the Swiss Federal Council instructed the Federal Department of Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC) to prepare a draft bill for consultation on the regulation of communication platforms including content moderat…
SourceSwiss Federal Council announced discussions for regulation of communication platforms including content moderation regulation
On 17 November 2021, the Swiss Federal Council has called for discussions with regards to the regulation of communication platforms (e.g. search engines, social networks, multimedia platforms). The Federal Department of Environment, Transport, Energ…
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