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ANEC aisbl is the European #consumer voice in #standardisation.

We raise #standards for the protection and welfare of European consumers of all ages and abilities. #CEN #CENELEC #ETSI #ISO #IEC #UNECE

www.anec.eu | Brussels, Belgium | BCE 0457696181
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ANEC @raisingstandardseu.bsky.social · Jun 11
🎉ANEC turns3️⃣0️⃣! #ANEC30

3 decades of making sure #consumers are heard in #European #standardisation.

💬We’re honoured to share 30 Testimonials from key partners & stakeholders who have walked this journey with us: tinyurl.com/3zj2uj43

📘Explore our ANEC Annual Review 2024–2025: tinyurl.com/3sfmx7je
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With #Christmas🎄just around the corner and new toys🧸arriving, keep an eye out for any #safety concerns.
#ToySafety #Tip 10: If you spot a safety problem, inform the manufacturer or the retailer where the toy was purchased.
👉 toysafetytips.eu
#ToyIndustriesofEurope #ConsumerProtection #ConsumerTips
December 17, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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#ToySafety #Tip #9: Always keep an eye on kids while they play! Regularly check toys for wear and tear, & remove any broken or damaged toys to help prevent injuries. Safe play starts with supervision.🧸
👉 toysafetytips.eu #ToyIndustriesofEurope
#Consumers #ConsumerProtection #ProductSafety #Christmas
December 15, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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This week, we participated in the Langwieder Conference on Protection of Children in Cars, in Munich. We presented our work on #children left in #cars– as we contribute at #UN level to prevent risks of children suffering from #heatstroke in parked vehicles.
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#Standards #Consumers
December 12, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Thinking about getting a bike, scooter or roller skates for your kids this Xmas? #ToySafety #Tip 8: Make sure they wear the right protective gear, including helmets & other safety equipment to keep playtime safe. Safety always comes first!
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#ToyIndustriesofEurope #ConsumerProtection
December 12, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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Make sure to keep #toys off stairs & other walkways where they could cause accidents. Putting toys away after play isn’t just tidy- it helps keep your child safe.
#ToySafety #Tip 7: Don’t leave toys🛹lying around where they may cause accidents!
👉 toysafetytips.eu
#ToyIndustriesofEurope #Consumers
December 10, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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Did #SaintNicholas bring any toys this weekend? If so, follow ➡️#ToySafety Tip #6: Always follow the assembly instructions carefully & keep all product information for future reference. Proper assembly helps ensure safe play!
👉 toysafetytips.eu
#ToyIndustriesofEurope #Consumers #ConsumerProtection
December 8, 2025 at 1:09 PM
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Rumour has it #SaintNicholas is stopping by very soon with surprises… and of course, only the safest #toys make it into his sack! 🎅

#ToySafety #Tip 5: Make sure to remove and properly dispose of all toy #packaging. 🎁

👉 toysafetytips.eu

#ToyIndustriesofEurope #Consumers #ConsumerProtection
December 5, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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Celebrating #InternationalVolunteerDay!
If it's not for our amazing community of volunteer experts, including our incredible members, ANEC couldn’t accomplish what it does today. Thank you for all you do!

Raising #standards for #consumers for 30 years.

#IVD2025 #Standardisation #ConsumerProtection
December 5, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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As #SaintNicholas prepares for his visit, he makes sure to pick toys that suit each child’s age, abilities & skills. For little ones under 3, always look for the0️⃣–3️⃣y. symbol.
#ToySafety #Tip 4: Always follow #safety warnings & age recommendations. 👉 toysafetytips.eu
#ToyIndustriesofEurope #Consumers
December 3, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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ANEC is delighted to speak at the Forum 'Accessible Europe 2025: #ICT4All' tomorrow in Brussels.
On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities #IDPD, our Deputy Director-General Chiara Giovannini will highlight ANEC’s work on #AI & #accessibility #standardisation.
➡️itu.int/go/EUR_ICT4ALL
December 2, 2025 at 11:04 AM
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It’s #CyberMonday! Shopping for that exciting new #toy with a #battery?

#ToySafety #Tip #3: Be especially cautious with toys that contain #batteries or #magnets.

Learn more 👉 tietoyeu

#ToyIndustriesofEurope #Consumers #ConsumerProtection #ConsumerTips #ProductSafety #OnlineShopping #CyberMonday
December 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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ANEC Director-General, Stephen Russell, will address the #EESC European Consumer Day 2025 today, speaking on Panel 2: Understanding the impact on EU consumers and society.

➡️Agenda: tinyurl.com/2w24md6d.

Raising #standards for #consumers for 30 years.

#EESConsumers #ecommerce #SingleMarket
December 1, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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🌐 On 4 December, 15h CET, ANEC is hosting a public webinar on “Consumer vulnerabilities & EU AI Act Standards” - exploring whether AI makes services better or exposes hidden risks for everyday people. 🤖💡 More details and registration here: tinyurl.com/533tenme
November 28, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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Eyeing those #BlackFriday bargains? Keep in mind: “If a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is.”
#ToySafety #Tip #2: Keep #safety in mind when shopping for holiday gifts!
⚠️ Make sure every #Xmas gift is safe!
👉 toysafetytips.eu
#ToyIndustriesofEurope #ToySafetyTips #Consumers #ConsumerTips
November 28, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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Heading out for some #Christmas toy shopping?
#ToySafety #Tip #1: Know who you’re buying from- always choose trusted, reputable sellers!
Follow us for more holiday #consumer tips! toysafetytips.eu
#ToyIndustriesofEurope #ConsumerProtection
November 26, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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A major step forward for children’s safety! 🎉🧸
BEUC & ANEC welcome the stronger protections brought in by the new Toy Safety Regulation: bans on harmful chemicals, digital product passports for better traceability and new safeguards for digitally connected toys. Read more here: tinyurl.com/2hvzxwhy
November 25, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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🪀 Good news for our little ones! As of today, their toys will be sage and free from harmful chemicals.

The new Toy Safety Regulation is entering into force, improving toy’s traceability thanks to a Digital Product Passport.

For more details, check: www.beuc.eu/press-releas...
New landmark EU rules on toys will ensure safe play for children
Today, European Institutions reached a landmark agreement to overhaul EU toy safety rules. BEUC welcomes this new milestone which will make toys safer and provide authorities with new tools to protect...
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November 25, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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ANEC delivered its second intervention at the JTC21 closing plenary, highlighting the need for timely #AIstandards, strong interoperability with #fundamentalrights and complementary expertise.
👏 Proud to contribute to this important work and looking forward to the next steps in AI standardisation.
November 21, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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🧑‍⚖️Today at the JTC21 plenary in Copenhagen, @cen-cenelec.bsky.social, ANEC, co-chair of TG Inclusiveness, presents proposals to boost civil-society inclusion in #AI standardisation.
🎓 Essential actions: national-level inclusiveness, higher public awareness, clear KPIs & more expert training.
November 21, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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📢 ANEC is attending the opening plenary of @cen-cenelec.bsky.social CEN-CENELEC JTC21 in Copenhagen from 18–21 November 2025.

🤝We’re looking forward to several days of productive discussions on strengthening consumer rights in AI standards.

Raising #standards for #consumers for 30 years✨
November 18, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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ANEC was pleased to take part in the panel “Setting the Standard: A Strategic Dialogue for an #Inclusive #Standardisation System” on 17 Nov, where ANEC Deputy Director-General, Chiara Giovannini, shared the #consumer perspective on the future of European standardisation & inclusive participation.
November 18, 2025 at 10:34 AM
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🎉And that’s a wrap!
🙏Thank you to all our experts for joining and for your valuable contributions.
💐A special thank you to Rusne Juozapaitiene, retiring as Chair of the Working Group. It’s been a pleasure working with you, Rusne! Thank you for your leadership in #digitalisation and #cybersecurity.
November 14, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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💻Rolling into Day 2 of the Digital Experts meeting.
📑On the agenda: updates on the AI Act standards and how ANEC is defending consumers’ rights in JTC21’s working groups. #consumers #digitalisation #standardisation
November 14, 2025 at 10:50 AM
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Huge thanks to Filipe Jones-Mourão from DG CNECT for an insightful presentation at today’s ANEC Digital Experts meeting. Plenty still to do to advance consumer-focused cybersecurity standards!
November 13, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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💻 ANEC is gearing up for its Digital Expert meeting on 13–14 November in Brussels!

We look forward to advancing consumer-focused discussions on #AIStandards, #CyberSecurity, #Digitalisation and #Standardisation.

🎉 Still in a celebratory spirit - Happy 30th Anniversary, ANEC!
November 13, 2025 at 11:46 AM