Transparency? Not from the European Commission

This conference talk from the 38th Chaos Communication Congress (38C3) examines the European Commission's problematic transparency practices. Explore how the executive branch of the European Union, tasked with upholding the law, often fails to provide adequate transparency in its actions and decisions. Learn about the various obstacles citizens face when attempting to access information, the tactics employed by the Commission to limit disclosure, and the European Ombudsman's interventions aimed at improving transparency. The presentation covers relevant case studies across important policy areas including ChatControl, AI, and public procurement, providing valuable insights for anyone interested in EU governance, digital rights, and public accountability. Presented by Kris Shrishak, this 36-minute talk offers a critical analysis of institutional transparency challenges within one of Europe's most powerful governing bodies.