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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Privacy, consumer groups warn against delays and backtracking on AI

The growing pressure regarding a potential stop-the-clock mechanism is problematic, they say.

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European Commission puts prepped Mercosur deal on ice

According to several sources, the agreement reached by the EU and the Mercosur countries has been reviewed by the European Commission’s legal service and translated, but its submission to the Member States for ratification has been put on hold.

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Dutch government seeks new tools in fight against fake news

The Netherlands is going to the polls in October after the government collapsed in June.

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EU examines US proposal of 10% tariffs but concerns remain on sectors

A preliminary agreement is expected by Wednesday, according to sources, with implementation planned by 1 August. Negotiations are accelerating to secure exemptions from a baseline 10% tariff in some strategic sectors.

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Web content checkers still missing from half of EU member states

The DSA obliges online platforms to meet transparency and content moderation requirements, among others.

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EU-China tensions escalate over medical device trade restrictions

The tit-for-tat trade dispute between the European Union and China over medical devices shows no sign of resolution, as Beijing has announced new retaliatory measures in response to the EU’s recent procurement restrictions.

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Ireland, Lithuania and Spain: Who will lead the Eurogroup next?

On Monday 7 July, finance ministers from the euro area are expected to elect their new president. Who is running for the position, and what proposals are they putting forward?