ENISA propsed to safeguard cybersecurity of the health sector
The EU Agency for Cybersecurity, ENISA welcomes the EU Action Plan for the cybersecurity of hospitals and healthcare providers proposed…
TikTok Order: Protecting U.S. Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act
U.S. President Trump intends to consult with my advisors, including the heads of relevant departments and agencies on the national…
Summary of U.S. President Donald Trump’s initial Presidential Actions
Following his inauguration, U.S President Donald Trumps initiated a broad range of "Presidential Actions" Insight EU has listed with the…
Transatlantic relations under Donald Trump: Remarks by EU Commissioner Šefčovič at EP debate
"The EU looks forward to working closely with the new US Administration to tackle pressing global challenges. A lot is…
World Economic Forum: Special Address by EU Commission President von der Leyen
"The rules of engagement between global powers are changing. We should not take anything for granted. And while some in…
Improving cross-border access to EU health data: EU Council adopts EHDS regulation
The European Health Data Space (EHDS) regulation aims to improve individuals’ access to and control over their personal electronic health data, while…
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A transatlantic trade and tech agenda based on common EU and US concerns about China – EU-ISS
In both Washington and European capitals, strengthening economic security and technological resilience has become a core objective. But the EU…
EU Auditors: Consumers still affected by unjustified geo-blocking
A Special Report from the EU auditors highlights progress in addressing geo-blocking within the EU. However, enforcement remains uneven across…
MEPs discuss how to enforce the Digital Services Act
On Tuesday, Christel Schaldemose (S&D, DK) Vice-President and Chair of the Working group on the implementation of the DSA will give a press conference…
Royalties for EU high-tech sector: EU challenges China at WTO
The EU Commission requests consultations at the World Trade Organization (WTO) to remove unfair and illegal trade practices by China in…
Future of the European Automotive Industry: Strategic Dialogue to start on 30 January
The European Commission is launching a Strategic Dialogue with the European automotive industry, social partners and other key stakeholders on…
Countering illegal hate speech: Revised Code of Conduct as part of Digital Services Act
Brussels, 20 January 2025 The EU Commission and the European Board for Digital Services welcome...
President von der Leyen and College members to participate in World Economic Forum
The President of the EU Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, will travel to Davos next week to participate in the…
EU Commission addresses additional investigations to X in the ongoing DSA proceedings
The Commission requests X to provide internal documentation on its recommender systems and any recent changes made to it, by…
U.S. MEP National Network: “Rethink Your Supply Chain Strategy for Better Outcomes”
Traditional approaches to supply chain management, which often emphasize cost-per-unit, no longer provide the flexibility manufacturers need to create the…
Remarks by U.S. President Joe Biden in a Farewell Address to the Nation
"My eternal thanks to you, the American people. After 50 years of public service, I give you my word, I…
Chips for Europe Initiative: Milestone event for first pilot lines
The launch of these pilot lines represents a major step forward for Europe’s semiconductor ecosystem, aligning with the European Chips Act's…
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EU Data Protection Supervisor: MEPs choose Bruno Gencarelli as top candidate
The EU Parliament's Civil Liberties Committee selected Bruno Gencarelli as their preferred candidate for the role of European Data Protection…
U.S. Patent and Tradmark Office issues FAQs on Guidance for AI-assisted inventions
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published FAQs about the USPTO’s Inventorship Guidance for AI-assisted Inventions. These FAQs provide…
Crypto-assets: EBA and ESMA analyse recent developments
The European Banking Authority (EBA) and the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) today published a Joint Report on recent developments…
EU Commission broadens ongoing investigation into role of platform X during elections
The EU Commission is considering legal action against the role of Elon Musk's platform X during elections in Europe. In…
European Green Capital and Green Leaf: EU Commission launches 2027 call
The EU Commission has launched a call for European cities committed to sustainability. They can apply for the 2027 edition of the European…
Healthcare cyberattacks: EU Commission proposes prevention and protection
Today, the EU Commission presented an EU action plan aimed at bolstering the cybersecurity of hospitals and healthcare providers. This…
NXP secures €1bn EIB loan to advance semiconductor innovation in Europe
NXP Semiconductors N.V. today announced that it has secured a €1 billion loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to…
Critical mineral supply chains: United States and Norway issue joint report
The U.S. Department of Commerce and the Norwegian Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Fisheries issued a thorough, innovative report presenting…
New European Bauhaus Prizes 2025 and NEB Boost for Small Municipalities
The EU Commission has opened the applications for two awards celebrating innovation and creativity inspired by the New European Bauhaus…
General-purpose artificial intelligence: CCIA introduces global training data template
Committed to promoting transparency in the development of general-purpose artificial intelligence (GPAI) models, the Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA)…
PM Keir Starmer’s speech on the AI Opportunities Action Plan
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivered a compelling speech this morning on the AI Opportunities Action Plan, underscoring the transformative…
White House: Ensuring U.S. security and economic strength in the age of AI
To strengthen U.S. security and economic strength, the Biden-Harris Administration today released an Interim Final Rule on Artificial Intelligence Diffusion…
EU JRC: Setting out a roadmap for standardisation of organ-on-chip technology
Organ-on-chip (OoC) is an integration of biotechnology with micro-fluidic chips and sensors to build miniaturised versions of human organs, such…
China: EU Commission imposes anti-dumping duties on mobile access equipment
Today, the European Commission imposed definitive anti-dumping measures on imports of mobile access equipment (MAE) from China.
EU Commission acts to counter dumping of titanium dioxide from China
Today, the European Commission imposed definitive anti-dumping duties on titanium dioxide (TiO2) from China. The measures follow an anti-dumping investigation.
EU Commission conditonally approves Synopsys’ acquisition of Ansys
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the proposed acquisition of Ansys, Inc. by Synopsys, Inc.. The approval is…
India: Internal Market Committee MEPs conclude delegation visit
A seven MEP strong delegation travelled to Mumbai, Pune and Bengaluru to discuss digital issues, product standards, quality assurance measures,…
Political priorities: President von der Leyen establishes fourteen Project Groups
The aim of the Project Groups is to ensure preparation and political steer in the delivery of initiatives from conception…
Digital payments: EU auditors concerned over price interventions in the card market
The value of digital payments for retail sales in the EU has skyrocketed, doubling since 2017 to exceed €1 trillion.…
Customer data and rail transport: Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-394/23
According to the European Court of Justice, a customer’s gender identity is not necessary data for the purchase of a…
Musk and Zuckerberg: MEP Axel Voss asks for clearer regulation of social media
"During the US election campaign, we have already seen disturbing interference from Elon Musk on X, pushing algorithms with his…
US data transfer: EU General Court orders EU Commission to pay damages to visitor
The EU General Court orders the Commission to pay damages to a visitor to its ‘Conference on the Future of…
European Data Protection Supervisor reprimands Frontex for non-compliance
The European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) reprimands Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, for not complying with Regulation…
S&Ds urge Meta to uphold its digital responsibility to fight disinformation
Following Mark Zuckerberg's announcement that his social media platforms will no longer employ fact-checking, the S&Ds urge Meta to fulfil…
Chemnitz and Nova Gorica are the 2025 European Capitals of Culture
With the start of 2025, two cities take up the mantle of European Capitals of Culture (ECOC): Chemnitz (Germany) and Nova Gorica (Slovenia).
Meta’s Fact-Checking Exit: Strategic Pivot or Risky Gamble?
Meta’s bold move to replace third-party fact-checking with community notes is making waves. Is this a strategic play to boost…
How Meta and X signed the European Code of Conduct on illegal online hate speech
By signing this code of conduct, the IT companies committed to continuing their efforts to tackle illegal hate speech online.…
Renew Europe urges action to counter Musk’s threat to democracy in Europe
The Renew Europe Group in the European Parliament strongly condemns the growing interference of Elon Musk in European politics, through…
Bridging the scale-up gap: How Europe can unlock its startup potential
Europe’s startup ecosystem is rich with talent and innovation, yet scaling remains a formidable challenge. How can institutional investors unlock…
Meta replaces 3rd party fact checking program by moving to community notes
Joel Kaplan, Meta's Chief Global Affairs Officer, discusses the company's revamped policies on fact-checking, misinformation, and hate speech. These updates…
Tencent and CATL take steps against inclusion to U.S. list of Chinese military companies
The US Deputy Secretary of Defense (DoD) has updated its notice on Chinese entities listed as “Chinese military companies” operated…
EU-India cooperation: Internal Market Committee MEPs to visit India this week
The MEPs will travel to Mumbai, Pune, and Bengaluru to discuss issues relating to the Committee on Internal Market and…
EU Commission launches call for European Festival of Journalism and Media Freedom
According to the EU Commission, the European Festival of Journalism and Media Freedom should aim at reinforcing dialogue, cooperation and…