In a video conference arranged at short notice, the EU trade ministers discussed the US President's tariff threats. According to one diplomat, the EU is "determined to react firmly". However, the aim is de-escalation.
By Marc Winkelmann
The Commission has deleted 37 legislative initiatives from its work program. The AI Liability Directive also comes as a surprise at the last minute. This may already be a reaction to the USA's stance on regulation.
By Corinna Visser
The conservative ÖVP and the right-wing populist FPÖ have been unable to agree on a joint government. Federal President Van der Bellen now wants to meet with party representatives and find a way out of the political impasse. New elections or a minority government are also conceivable.
By Redaktion Table
Many people use chatbots to get information. Also about the Bundestag elections. But some of the answers are wrong or misleading. This is what Democracy Reporting International found in a test.
By Corinna Visser
Tracking and profiling for advertising purposes leads to manipulation, discrimination and loss of trust, says the Federation of German Consumer Organizations. It is calling for a new legal framework and is presenting an expert opinion on this.
By Corinna Visser
The EU Commission rejects criticism from trade unions and NGOs of its "undemocratic" process. The Gesamtmetall association calls for further EU laws to be considered in the omnibus procedure.
By Marc Winkelmann
Klaus Iohannis was once popular as mayor of Sibiu, but his image increasingly suffered in the office of president. The fact that he is now resigning is probably not only due to the harsh criticism from the opposition.
By Frank Stier
The USA made its position clear at the AI Action Summit in Paris: America wants to remain the leader in AI, said Vice-President Vance. Commission President von der Leyen pointed out the European path and announced billions more to be invested in AI.
By Corinna Visser
The Commission demands decisions from the member states on the EU's future financial planning. The countries are to be given a great deal of freedom in the use of funds.
By Till Hoppe
