European Commission
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Former Estonian Prime Minister Siim Kallas dies at 77
Siim Kallas, a pivotal figure in Estonia’s European integration and the nation’s first EU commissioner, has died at age 77, according to his daughter, Kaja Kallas.
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Cloud Infrastructure Faces Regulatory and Economic Crosswinds
The European Commission moves to designate AWS and Azure as gatekeepers under the DMA, while enterprises scramble to balance AI investments with cloud costs.
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European Commission Imposes €200m Fine on Temu Over Digital Services Act Breaches
The European Commission has fined Temu €200 million for failing to implement adequate systemic risk assessments regarding illegal products, marking a significant enforcement action under the EU’s Digital Services Act.
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EU Commission Confirms Major Cyberattack, Data Breach
The European Commission has confirmed a significant cyberattack impacting its cloud infrastructure, with hackers claiming to have stolen hundreds of gigabytes of sensitive data.
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EU Launches Formal Shein Probe Over Illegal Goods, ‘Addictive’ Design
EU has opened an investigation into online retailer Shein for suspected breaches of EU law, including the sale of illegal products and its ‘addictive design’.
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Mher Grigoryan Meets European Commission Delegation
Armenian officials and European Commission delegation advance Armenia-EU partnership, with a focus on full EEG implementation and reform-driven cooperation.
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Simon Harris Sets Spending Caps, Plans New Savings Drive
Tánaiste Simon Harris confirmed binding departmental spending limits and outlined a new incentivized savings scheme aimed at boosting middle-class investment.
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Critical Sectors Grapple with Recent Wave of Cyberattacks
Recent cyberattacks have targeted Rhode Island’s largest workers’ compensation insurer, the European Commission’s mobile system, and Romania’s national oil pipeline operator, highlighting diverse vulnerabilities and ongoing threats across critical global sectors.
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Geneva Airport Congestion Worsens Amid EU Biometric Rollout
Travelers at Geneva Airport are experiencing significant delays, with queues stretching for hours, as the European Union’s new Entry-Exit System (EES) continues its phased implementation across Schengen borders. The biometric system, designed to enhance border security, is causing widespread concern…
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European Commission Allocates 110 Million Euros to Baltic States for Infrastructure Protection
EU’s European Commission has allocated 110 million euros to the Baltic states to strengthen infrastructure protection, reflecting renewed resilience efforts across the region.
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Ursula von der Leyen’s Democracy Shield: EU’s New Front Against Disinformation and Censorship Controversy
Ursula von der Leyen’s Democracy Shield initiative aims to defend European democracy against foreign interference, but critics warn it may slide into censorship, raising questions about free speech, journalistic independence, and EU competence.
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Elon Musk Challenges EU Democracy: Should the Commission President Be Directly Elected?
Elon Musk has sparked debate across Europe, questioning whether the EU Commission president should be elected directly by citizens rather than appointed by member state leaders.
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EU Unveils €150 Billion Defense Plan Amid US Aid Uncertainty for Ukraine
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen presents a €150 billion defense plan for the EU, aiming to bolster security and increase aid to Ukraine as US aid faces uncertainty.
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European Commission Creates New Structure to Support Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Eastern European Countries
From February 1, 2025, the European Commission has a new Directorate-General for Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood (DG ENEST). This body will be responsible for enlargement and accession negotiations with candidate and potential candidate countries seeking to join the European Union.…
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Nvidia’s $700 Million Acquisition of Run:AI Redefines AI Infrastructure Management
In December 2024, Nvidia finalized its $700 million acquisition of Run:AI, an Israeli startup renowned for its Kubernetes-based software for managing GPU clusters. This acquisition, which received unconditional approval from the European Commission, underscores Nvidia’s commitment to enhancing AI infrastructure…