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5 key ideas behind the EU Commission’s new farming rulebook

The EU long-term budget reform marks a turning point for EU agricultural policy, granting member states greater control in a partial renationalisation of the bloc’s farm subsidies.

Economy

Time for EU to show its gun in US tariff spat, says ex-trade chief

According to former director-general of DG Trade Jean-Luc Demarty, a balanced agreement with the US is out of reach, and the EU needs political courage to target US digital and financial services.

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Denmark seeks stronger platform rules to protect minors online

Earlier this week, the Commission presented guidance for online platforms on how to protect minors, addressing addictive design, cyber bullying, and harmful content.

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EU lawmakers to push for another Amazon hearing in the autumn

The move comes after planned hearings with senior company representatives were unsuccessful.

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Elon Musk’s X hit with complaint over use of personal data for ads

The European Commission began investigating alleged breaches of the Digital Services Act (DSA) in December 2023.

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What’s at stake in the new EU long-term budget?

Tomorrow, the European Commission will unveil its proposal for the EU's next long-term budget. Here's why it matters, why its figures have been shrouded in secrecy, what we know so far (and what to expect next).

Economy

Exclusive: US pitches role in EU regulatory surveillance in trade deal

Amid an ongoing dispute over tariffs, the US is pressuring the EU to revise its digital regulations and is angling for a seat at the table. How much room for manoeuvre does Big Tech really have?

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EU's defence industry wants at least €100 billion under the next MFF

The European defence industry has urged policymakers to allocate at least €100 billion to defence under the next long-term common budget (2028–34), emphasising that this is the 'bare minimum' required to strengthen the bloc's military capabilities.

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EU trade ministers discuss €72 billion retaliatory tariffs on US goods

Caught off guard while preparing to sign an agreement in principle with the US on tariffs, the EU is gearing up for retaliation in case negotiations fail following the new US threats over the weekend.

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Online platforms get further EU guidance on minor protection

The European Commission began a few investigations into potential breaches of the Digital Services Act (DSA) around minor protection.

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EU's AI Code ready for companies to sign next week

Both the member states and the European Commission need to formally give the green light to the Code, which helps providers of AI systems comply with the EU’s AI Act.

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Leak: EU Commission plans to merge agricultural and regional funds

A leaked document reveals that the European Commission is considering a major overhaul of the EU’s long-term budget by merging the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) with cohesion policy under a single programming framework.

Business

As US tariff deal approaches, EU worries about what’s next

A preliminary agreement to ease the tariff dispute with the US is considered imminent, but the EU is concerned about the negotiations of a comprehensive deal and the transatlantic relationship that will follow.

Tech News

Irish watchdog begins probe into TikTok’s data transfers to China

In April, the video sharing platform was hit with a €530 million fine.

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EU Commission talking to X about Grok’s antisemitic comments

Elon Musk’s platform X needs to comply with the EU’s online platform rules, the Commission said.

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EU waiting for companies to sign delayed AI Code

It remains unclear which and how many companies will sign the code of practice.

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Too much love to own: EU Court blocks 'I love' trademark request

A trademark request for “I ♥” logo for clothing has been rejected by the EU top court for lacking the necessary distinctiveness.

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Rubik’s cube design can’t be trademarked, says EU court

The decision of the European Court of Justice (ECJ) marks the latest development in a long-running legal puzzle over the intellectual property status of the Rubik’s Cube.

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Companies warn against introducing mandatory fees in telecom plans

The European Commission is expected to present the Digital Networks Act in December.

Health news

Prepared, not panicked: EU arms itself for the next big health crisis

The European Commission has launched a new strategy to build its health crisis arsenal and shield citizens from the next pandemic and future health threats.