How do we create safer, more transparent online spaces? Is the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA) the solution the world has been waiting for? And what impact is it already having on the digital landscape? In this episode of Zooming in on Hate, we explore the state of the DSA—Europe’s ambitious framework to hold platforms accountable for online hate, disinformation, and illegal content. We discuss its early successes, like the drop in toxicity on mainstream platforms, and examine the challenges still ahead, particularly on fringe platforms. With insights from civil society organisations and a special interview with Daniel Heller of CEJI, this episode unpacks the DSA’s potential to change how we interact online. From its risk assessment requirements to the rise of trusted flaggers, we delve into what the DSA means for social media, civil society, and everyday users like you. Join us as we assess the progress, highlight the hurdles, and look ahead to the future of online regulation. Whether you’re a policymaker, activist, or just someone who spends too much time online, this episode has something for you.