Now playing Next Tech News Euroviews. The fight for the AI Act is a clear case of defending the public good If an agreement is not reached this week, this will represent a big missed opportunity for Europe and one of the biggest scandals involving the influence of interest groups in the internal affairs of the EU, Michelangelo Baracchi Bonvicini writes. 06/12/2023
Now playing Next Economy Euroviews. Will the ECB cut interest rates next year, and why does it matter? The current mood indicates that the ECB will become the first central bank to cut rates. However, others are saying it is too early to pop open the champagne bottle as the fight against inflation is not over, Osama Rizvi writes. 06/12/2023
Now playing Next Tech News Euroviews. Will EU leaders take up the quantum challenge in front of them? Quantum computers that can break cryptographic algorithms would have major cybersecurity implications. Although they might only emerge in the next 5-10 years, the threat should be addressed long before this, Lorenzo Pupillo, Valtteri Lipiäinen and Carolina Polito write. 05/12/2023
Now playing Next Green News Euroviews. We have a chance now to create a fair and clean global energy system The rapid wind down of fossil fuels is important, but it must happen in tandem with the rapid deployment of integrated renewable energy systems that are good for the consumer and the climate, Dan Hamza-Goodacre writes. 05/12/2023
Now playing Next Business Euroviews. Europe must act now to avoid Russia’s plan to corner hydrogen market Green hydrogen, with its unique properties to store energy and to be produced by wind or in other sustainable fashions, may be part of the solution to Europe’s future energy security, Joseph Hammond writes. 05/12/2023
Now playing Next Tech News Euroviews. EU governments' hypocrisy is on full display over dangerous police AI Our governments must be willing to put their money where their mouth is, ensuring that state uses of AI are subject to the same reasonable rules and requirements as any other AI system, Ella Jakubowska writes. 04/12/2023
Now playing Next Europe News Euroviews. Future generations must be given a seat at the EU table The EU needs a European Commissioner for Future Generations in its next college to enshrine long-term thinking and act as a guardian and conduit for future generations’ interests, Alberto Alemanno and Elizabeth Dirth write. 04/12/2023
Now playing Next Europe News Euroviews. Major harnessing of trolls shows threat to Hungarian democracy is real Hundreds of coordinated fake profiles are engaged in pro-government influence operations on Facebook ahead of municipal and European Parliament elections in Hungary in 2024, Péter Krekó, Csaba Molnár and Ráchel Surányi write. 02/12/2023
Now playing Next Green News Euroviews. A fresh approach at COP28 could help humanity turn the corner It is time for every country and every leader to reach a consensus on a clear course towards tangible progress in global climate action, and come together at COP28 to deliver the necessary change. Our world will be watching, Ambassador Hend Al Otaiba writes. 01/12/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Euroviews. Afghanistan’s art and artists are on the brink of obliteration We urge both UNHCR and individual governments that have ratified the 1951 Refugee Convention to acknowledge the inherent vulnerability of Afghan artists and cultural workers at risk under Taliban rule, and as such, accord them prima facie refugee recognition, Sanjay Sethi and Johanna Bankston write. 01/12/2023
Now playing Next Tech News Euroviews. AI has the potential to be a transformative force in the workplace If we cast AI as humanity’s technological companion rather than competitor, AI will enable us to refocus again on human strengths and, perhaps even establish a more efficient, sustainable, and human-centric workplace, Sonali Fenner writes. 01/12/2023
Now playing Next Economy Euroviews. In a recession, out of one, on the brink? Here’s where Europe stands While the timing of the recession is difficult to predict, one thing that is for sure is that the downside potential to future economic growth of Europe is real, Osama Rizvi writes. 01/12/2023
Now playing Next Europe News Euroviews. Europe has a pivotal role to play in the global green transition The challenge for European leaders in 2024 is to build a stronger political narrative about why leaning into green transition is not only the right thing to do but the economically sound choice in the long run as well, Susi Dennison writes. 30/11/2023
Now playing Next People Euroviews. People in the cruise industry want to be good neighbours and visitors We strive to be a big part of the solution, even though we are small in numbers. Cruise lines are investing significant amounts to achieve net zero cruising by 2050. Ships launched today are among the most tech-advanced and energy-efficient in the history of our sector, Marie-Caroline Laurent writes 29/11/2023
Now playing Next world news Euroviews. How many times can we say 'never again' again? A comparison of our responses to recent conflicts should not suggest that there is a hierarchy of victims. Quite the contrary, the history of the EU has shown repeatedly that human rights protections benefit us all — they are not a zero-sum game, Holger Loewendorf writes. 29/11/2023
Now playing Next Russia Euroviews. In today's Russia, 'god of war' Putin is more popular than ever Originally, Putin was picked as a future puppet because he fit the bill — the strongman persona was exactly what the doctor had ordered. Then he ended up cutting loose from his patrons, keeping the persona and the power he accrued all for himself, Aleksandar Đokić writes. 28/11/2023
Now playing Next Business Euroviews. Trust and credibility are essential to 21st-century mining in Europe The EU’s Critical Raw Materials Act is a great start to ensuring a more sustainable supply, but we must address the challenge of public acceptance, Sinead Kaufman writes. 28/11/2023
Now playing Next Green News Euroviews. Renewable hydrogen can drive net-zero growth in developing countries The number of countries with national hydrogen roadmaps has more than tripled over the last two years. This shows that many states are getting ready to produce and use renewable hydrogen and benefit from the economic opportunities it will provide, Petra Schwager writes. 27/11/2023
Now playing Next world news Euroviews. Amid escalating drug wars, Benelux police is striking back — together The new Benelux Police Treaty, which entered into force on 1 October, has given law enforcement in all three countries a plethora of cross-border instruments, making it the finest tool in the fight against organised crime in Europe, Frans Weekers and Jochen Stöger write. 27/11/2023
Now playing Next Green News Euroviews. Q&A: Our addiction to plastic has to end, No More Plastic founder says At this year's Lisbon Web Summit, Euroviews talked to Rosalie Mann about the reasons why we are oblivious to the dangers plastic poses to our health and our environment, and the different ways to reduce the hazards we face almost unknowingly. 27/11/2023