73 stories tagged #European Commission

  1. Meta Opens WhatsApp to AI Rivals Amid EU Antitrust Pressure
    tech

    Meta Opens WhatsApp to AI Rivals Amid EU Antitrust Pressure

    Meta Platforms will allow AI competitors access to WhatsApp for one year, responding to EU antitrust concerns and avoiding potential interim measures.

    4mo ago 1 min read
  2. Europe Launches Sovereign Cloud & AI Initiative to Reduce US Tech Dependence
    tech

    Europe Launches Sovereign Cloud & AI Initiative to Reduce US Tech Dependence

    Europe is building a federated cloud and AI infrastructure, EURO-3C, to decrease reliance on US and Chinese tech giants. The project aims for digital independence.

    4mo ago 1 min read
  3. EU Pushes Mercosur Trade Deal Amidst Parliament Opposition
    world

    EU Pushes Mercosur Trade Deal Amidst Parliament Opposition

    The European Commission moves forward with the contentious Mercosur trade agreement, bypassing EU Parliament opposition and a judicial review.

    4mo ago 1 min read
  4. EU States Can Fund Safe Abortions Using Existing EU Funds
    world

    EU States Can Fund Safe Abortions Using Existing EU Funds

    European Commission allows member states to use existing EU funds for safe abortion access following a citizens' petition.

    4mo ago 1 min read
  5. Azerbaijan's SOCAR Secures EU Approval for Major Italian Petrol Acquisition
    finance

    Azerbaijan's SOCAR Secures EU Approval for Major Italian Petrol Acquisition

    European Commission clears SOCAR's acquisition of Italiana Petroli, signaling strategic energy diversification and investment confidence in Italy.

    4mo ago 1 min read
  6. Ukraine's 10-Year Recovery: $588 Billion Price Tag Amidst Ongoing Conflict
    world

    Ukraine's 10-Year Recovery: $588 Billion Price Tag Amidst Ongoing Conflict

    New assessment details the staggering financial needs for Ukraine's reconstruction over the next decade, highlighting critical sectors and the role of private investment.

    5mo ago 1 min read
  7. EU Demands Clarity on US Trade Pledges Post-Tariff Ruling
    world

    EU Demands Clarity on US Trade Pledges Post-Tariff Ruling

    The European Commission urges the US to uphold trade commitments after a Supreme Court ruling impacted tariffs, sparking uncertainty in transatlantic commerce.

    5mo ago 2 min read
  8. US Supreme Court Tariff Ruling Creates EU Trade Deal Uncertainty
    world

    US Supreme Court Tariff Ruling Creates EU Trade Deal Uncertainty

    The EU seeks clarification from the White House after a US Supreme Court ruling casts doubt on a major trade agreement struck last summer.

    5mo ago 1 min read