Following allegations against Europe's largest software company SAP, the EU Commission launched an investigation in 2022. SAP has now approached the Brussels authority with concessions.
By Redaktion Table
The German states and industry representatives are calling for more rather than less funding for the Common Agricultural Policy, but the federal government is pushing for savings in the EU budget proposal. German Agriculture Minister Alois Rainer can't stray too far from the government's line.
By Julia Dahm
An initiative at the start of the 80th UN General Assembly is calling for an international agreement on clear boundaries for artificial intelligence. These red lines should build on and enforce existing global frameworks and voluntary corporate commitments.
By Corinna Visser
In competition proceedings, the US Department of Justice is demanding that Google divest itself of the AdX advertising exchange. The tech company claims this is not technically feasible. In Europe, however, Google had offered to do so.
By Redaktion Table
The Commission presented three of its five proposals for new own resources to the Council in more detail. The Council is due to adopt the proposal for the tobacco tax regulation on Oct. 10.
By Markus Grabitz
Under pressure from the US, the EU Commission wants to bring forward the complete import ban on liquified natural gas from Russia to 2027. The 19th sanctions package also targets crypto platforms. The Commission is preparing a proposal on how Russian state bank funds can be used.
By Stephan Israel
In view of the increased airspace violations by Russia over the past two weeks, German military officials emphasize that rapid military responses are crucial.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
PFAS are omnipresent and hardly degradable. The EU wants to counteract this using classifications. However, disputes over speed and exemptions show: aspirations and reality are far apart.
By Fajer Mushtaq
The election in Moldova Sunday will decide whether the country remains on course to join the EU. Russia is using hybrid warfare to bring Moldova into its sphere of influence. President Maia Sandu is having a hard time defending the pro-European majority.
By Stephan Israel
