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Extreme heat: More workers affected in Europe and Central Asia

In Europe and Central Asia, significantly more workers were exposed to high temperatures in 2020 than in 2000. The global average is now 70 percent. The ILO is therefore calling for comprehensive protective measures.

By Nicolas Heronymus

Manfred Weber
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EPP raises security concerns about Hungarian entry regulations

Will Russian spies be able to enter the EU via Hungary without any problems in the future? Critics of a new special rule introduced by the government in Budapest believe this cannot be ruled out. The EU Commission now wants to examine this.

By Redaktion Table

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AI Act: How developers should shape the code of conduct for GPAI

The AI Act comes into force on Aug. 1. At the same time, the EU Commission is launching two processes to accompany its implementation. It is calling on developers to participate in the code of conduct for general-purpose AI models and is initiating an expression of interest procedure.

By Corinna Visser

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New tool: How the digital check works for SMEs

Developed by the European Centres for Digital Innovation, the tool provides assistance in assessing the strengths and weaknesses of digitalization in small and medium-sized enterprises.

By Corinna Visser

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Four theses on blue hydrogen

Blue hydrogen promises clean energy from natural gas. The requirements should be as high as possible for the climate, but this creates new dependencies. However, a study by Agora Industrie also shows possible solutions.

By Manuel Berkel

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Condor: Commission re-examines state aid

The German state rescued Condor with aid for a restructuring measure. The Commission approved this. However, Ryanair managed to have the approval declared null and void in court. The Commission must now re-examine the matter.

By Corinna Visser