( October 7, 2026, 10:06 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Online platforms, messaging services and internet providers could be ordered by courts to disclose suspected perpetrators’ identities and preserve data under a digital violence bill put forward by Germany’s government Wednesday. The legislation, which needs to be approved by lawmakers, would update criminal law, close gaps in digital violence offenses and help victims seek content removal and temporary account suspensions.Press release follows, proposed law attached (in German)....
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