As part of strengthening the capacities of AMA’s staff, a two-day training on “The regulation of Video Sharing Platforms” was held on February 20-21. The training was led by Mr. Francesco Di Giorgi, a senior official from the Italian regulatory authority, AGCOM.
During the training, AMA’s Chairwoman, Ms. Armela Krasniqi, emphasized the importance of interaction and experience-sharing with European institutions. She stated that this training was essential, as the regulation of video sharing platforms is a responsibility entrusted to the Authority by law.
“The interaction and idea exchange, as well as exploring strategies for an effective approach to overseeing audiovisual content in the digital era, are essential for our success as a regulator,” said AMA’s Chair.
Di Giorgi, a senior legal expert in the Directorate of Digital Platforms, presented the Italian media system, covering both linear and on-demand media services. He also outlined the regulations regarding the authorization of audiovisual and radio services via satellite and other communication means. Additionally, the expert cited the Register of Communication Operators (ROC) as an important part of the Italian media market.
Reviewing the articles of the Consolidated Media Act (TUSMA) regarding video sharing platforms, he presented the areas of intervention on these platforms: hate speech, minor’s protection and consumers, as well as the procedures for addressing these issues. Another topic that drew attention was the ban on gambling advertisements and the review of significant legal cases involving Google, Meta, and Spike.
Francesco Di Giorgi provided concrete cases and Italian practices in identifying and addressing legal violations by individuals and video sharing platforms.
The AGCOM official also presented the regulation on certification procedures for bodies handling out-of-court dispute resolution between online platform providers and service recipients, as well as the regulation on complaint submission procedures.
Another aspect introduced by the AGCOM official was the regulation on the certification procedures for bodies handling out-of-court dispute resolution between online platform providers and service recipients, along with the regulation on complaint submission.
