Who is Ms. Irene Roche Laguna?

Ms. Irene Roche Laguna is the (Deputy Director) at the European Commission, within the Directorate‑General for Communications Networks, Content and Technology (DG CONNECT). This is one of the key directorates of the Commission, responsible for regulations concerning the internet, digital platforms, and cybersecurity across the European Union.
What does she do in her work?

As the Deputy Director at DG CONNECT, Irene Roche Laguna:

– oversees the implementation and enforcement of the Digital Services Act (DSA) — the EU law regulating the operation of large online platforms such as Meta, TikTok, Google, and X
– coordinates the European Commission’s actions toward platforms that violate rules related to user safety, transparency, and the protection of citizens’ rights
– cooperates with national authorities in EU Member States to ensure consistent application of the DSA
– manages units responsible for systemic risk assessment, content moderation, user protection, and oversight of digital platforms
– participates in preparing decisions and proceedings against companies that fail to comply with EU law

In practice, this means she is one of the most important officials in the European Union responsible for ensuring that large online platforms treat users fairly and comply with European regulations.