EU Court to rule whether streaming TV channels and video-on-demand content qualify as digital content or digital services under consumer laws.
EU Court Case on Streaming Classification
A precedent-setting case is before the Court of Justice of the European Union (C-234/25), Sky Österreich Fernsehen. The court must determine whether streaming TV channels and video-on-demand content, especially through subscription access, should be classified as “digital content” or “digital services” under consumer regulations.
Why is Streaming Classification Important?
The distinction between digital content and digital services has significant implications for consumer rights, including return policies and refund eligibility.
