What is Gatekeeper?
Gatekeeper means: A gatekeeper is an undertaking designated under the Digital Markets Act because it provides core platform services and meets the act's size, control and durability criteria. Source: EUR-Lex: Digital Markets Act.
Why it matters
Designation triggers a specific list of DMA obligations and prohibitions for the platform service concerned.
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What is Gatekeeper?
A gatekeeper is an undertaking designated under the Digital Markets Act because it provides core platform services and meets the act's size, control and durability criteria.
Why does Gatekeeper matter in EU policy?
Designation triggers a specific list of DMA obligations and prohibitions for the platform service concerned.
Where can I verify the definition of Gatekeeper?
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