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European Commission - Press release Review highlights Digital Markets Act remains fit for purpose and has positive impact Brussels, 28 April 2026 The European Commission's first review of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) found that in the first two years of its application, the DMA remains fit for purpose and has opened up new opportunities for businesses and developers, while giving users more control over their experi...
European Commission - Press release Review highlights Digital Markets Act remains fit for purpose and has positive impact Brussels, 28 April 2026 The European Commission's first review of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) found that in the first two years of its application, the DMA remains fit for purpose and has opened up new opportunities for businesses and developers, while giving users more control over their experiences and devices, as well as access to more diverse and innovative digital products and services. More specifically, the Digital Markets Act has provided Europeans with: The ability to transfer their data when switching between services and devices. The choice to select alternative search engines and web browsers instead of default providers. A meaningful choice about whether to allow gatekeepers to combine their personal data across services, preventing unauthorised profiling. In addition, the DMA is opening up gatekeeper ecosystems and enabling businesses to compete: Manufacturers of connected devices, such as earphones and smartwatches, are getting access to enhanced interoperability with gatekeeper's operating systems. Alternative browsers and search engines are being increasingly chosen by users as defaults on their devices. Alternative app stores have launched as operating systems have opened up to third-party app stores. New messaging apps have launched thanks to interoperability obligations. Focus of future actions to make digital markets fairer According to the majority of feedback, the DMA needs to continue being enforced so that both business users and end users are able to make use of the new opportunities it affords. Looking ahead, cloud services and artificial intelligence will be key focus areas to help meet the DMA's objective of making digital markets fairer and more contestable. To that end, the Commission has already undertaken several actions with respect to cloud computing services and interoperability with AI and sharing search data . The first review also highlights that simplifying and improving procedures, enhancing transparency, developing methods to further assess the DMA's impact, and monitoring new digital trends and emerging challenges would further support the DMA's objectives of the DMA. The review concludes that the DMA remains relevant and well-adapted to the evolving digital environment. It also identifies significant untapped potential to fully achieve the objectives of fairness, contestability and harmonisation, which will require continuous regulatory dialogue and further rigorous enforcement. Together with these findings, the Commission is also publishing a study on technical feasibility and demand from consumers and businesses for social networks interoperability. The study finds that there is no clear demand for interoperability between designated social networks. The Commission will continue to monitor and assess how these services evolve. Background The review is based on a comprehensive analysis, including the assessment from over 450 contributions to three consultations from a broad range of interested parties, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), gatekeepers, civil society organisations and academics. This input proved valuable in helping the Commission to assess the DMA's impact and identify areas for future focus. The regular review of the DMA occurs every three years and is a legal requirement mandated by the regulation itself to ensure that the DMA meets its objectives and maintains its effectiveness in the evolving landscape of digital markets. The report is addressed to the European Parliament, the Council, and the European Economic and Social Committee. For more information Report on the first review of the DMA Staff working document Q&A on the first DMA review Consultation on the first review of the Digital Markets Act IP/26/914 Quote(s): "Our review has shown that in its first two years of application, the DMA has begun delivering tangible, positive results, making digital markets fairer and more contestable to the benefit of both businesses and consumers in Europe. The digital landscape is constantly evolving. Today’s review highlights that the DMA was designed to be future-proof and adapt to emerging challenges, for example in AI and cloud. We are acting on both fronts, and will continue to prioritise creating a strong culture of compliance, including through decisive and timely enforcement action where needed." Teresa Ribera, Executive Vice-President for Clean, Just and Competitive Transition - 28/04/2026 "The Digital Markets Act is fit for purpose – and has led to concrete changes for innovators and citizens. The review also highlighted further untapped potential for change, and we will continue to work to ensure its strong enforcement to open up more opportunities in the EU digital markets." Henna Virkkunen, Executive Vice-President for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy - 28/04/2026 Press contacts: Thomas REGNIER (+32 2 29 91099) Ricardo CARDOSO (+32 2 29 80100) Patricia POROPAT (+32 2 29 80485) Paula Clara RITTER-MOSCHUTZ (+32 2 29 64083) General public inquiries: Europe Direct by phone 00 800 67 89 10 11 or by email
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