Dear all,
the ECI has reached the target of 1 million signatures, and will thus be addressed by the European Commisison. This is excellent news, and thanks to everyone who helped spread the word!
We have published a text on the webpage that you can read here:
https://european-pirateparty.eu/skg-update/
Please continue to spread the word to collect signatures. We want a solid margin in case some signatures end up being invalid.
In light of this development, Markéta will be in a unique position to take things even further. When discussions begin around implementing the legislation, she could advocate for broadening its scope - extending protection not just to videogames, but to all software.
This would ensure that any software sold to consumers remains functional and accessible, regardless of publisher or vendor decisions.
If the amendment or proposal passes, it will be some of the biggest and most important wins in in history of digital software.