Europe News Smartphone passports: EU pledges faster, smoother border checks Digital travel credentials will be free, voluntary and less hassle, offering a more seamless and secure experience, the European Commission says. 08/10/2024
Europe News EU looks to sanction Russia for election interference, disinformation A new sanctions framework unveiled by the European Council focuses on individuals and entities who "undermine the EU's values, security, and the integrity of its member states". 08/10/2024
Tech News New appeals body to rule on Facebook, TikTok, YouTube complaints The aim of Appeals Centre Europe is to reduce the burden on regulators in addressing appeals against policy violations on social media platforms. 08/10/2024
Europe News MEPs oppose cuts to EU programs, demand increased budget for 2025 Parliamentary budget committee adopted its position on the 2025 budget, rejecting the Council's proposal to cut €1.52 billion from flagship EU projects such as Horizon Europe or Erasmus+. 08/10/2024
Europe News Seeking significant growth, Euronext hails EU merger softening The pan-European stock exchange hopes antitrust officials will cut it some slack as it chases global ambitions. 08/10/2024
Europe News Brussels urged not to U-turn on car CO2 limits amid industry ‘crisis’ Electricity firms fear the EU is about to cave in to industry pressure and ease cuts on car emissions, as Austria, Belgium, Ireland and the Netherlands ask the European Commission to help electrify company car fleets. 07/10/2024
Europe News Money matters under scrutiny, Newsletter This week's key events presented by Euronews' finance reporter Paula Soler 07/10/2024
Tech News European Parliament's legal committee seeks involvement in AI group Legal committee MEPs want to join the industry and civil liberties committees already in cross-parliament working group on the AI Act. 04/10/2024
Europe News Malta’s golden passport scheme can stay, EU court signals The controversial system allowing foreigners to effectively buy EU citizenship has raised security concerns – but a legal opinion issued Friday may offer a reprieve. 04/10/2024
Europe News EU top court rules in favour of veggie burgers in labelling dispute Plant-based foods can continue to be sold and promoted using terms traditionally associated with meat, as long as their composition is clearly labelled and does not mislead consumers, the EU Court of Justice ruled. 04/10/2024
Tech News Meta cannot use public data on sexual orientation for ads: ECJ Meta is not allowed to use personal data obtained at a public event for users’ targeted advertising, the EU Court of Justice said in a case involving Max Schrems and Facebook. 04/10/2024
Tech News EU Commission: Current consumer rules unfit for 2024 online market The Commission’s report on EU consumer law finds that addictive designs, social media influencers, and dark patterns are posing risks for users, manipulating their choices online. It will serve as the basis for the Digital Fairness Act, which will be on the next Justice Commissioner's agenda. 04/10/2024
Green News EU claims to be ‘on track’ with global biodiversity pledge The European Union’s chief negotiator on a United Nations compact to reverse biodiversity loss denies postponement of anti-deforestation law undermines credibility just weeks ahead of crunch summit in Colombia. 03/10/2024
Tech News Czechia, Cyprus, Portugal urged to comply with DSA The countries did not meet the February deadline to comply with the Digital Services Act. 03/10/2024
Europe News EU auditors warn €1.5bn defence industry programme stretched too thin The European Court of Auditors has called for a more robust design and realistic targets on a flagship bid to bolster the EU defence industry, which remains divided over eligibility criteria for funding under the European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP). 03/10/2024
Business Meta’s anti-scam initiative ‘simply isn’t good enough’, Revolut says The social media giant should monitor fake ads and reimburse victims, fintech company Revolut has said, citing figures showing Facebook and WhatsApp remain the biggest source of fraud. 03/10/2024
Europe News What is the new recipe for MEPs grilling European Commissioners? The new Rules of Procedure of the European Parliament adopted last April modify the conduct of the hearings on the committees involved, the duration, the speaking time but also introduce more scope for ongoing scrutiny throughout the mandate. 03/10/2024
Europe News European Parliament reveals format for Commissioner confirmation hearings Environment, Industry or Human rights – which Parliament committees will analyse the Commissioners-designate? 03/10/2024
Tech News Hollywood writers AI strike negotiator warns EU, US to remain on guard Calls to innovate in AI could potentially endanger the creative industry, since there may be too few regulatory guardrails on companies, says the lead creative industry negotiator from Hollywood 03/10/2024
Green News EU deforestation backflip: Conservatives cheer, green groups rage A much-debated deforestation law has been postponed by the European Commission, sparking outrage from environmentalists but relief from affected businesses. 03/10/2024