The TikTok platform, which is particularly popular with young people, is facing proceedings by the EU Commission under the Digital Services Act. Among other things, this concerns algorithms that can promote addictive behavior.
By Falk Steiner
Ursula von der Leyen's plans in the event of her re-election focus on strengthening the competitiveness of European companies. She also wants to set priorities in the area of security. She is to be elected at an EPP congress at the beginning of March.
By Markus Grabitz
At the next Energy Council at the beginning of March, EU energy ministers may decide on the extension of an emergency regulation on gas conservation from 2022. Despite the relaxed situation, experts advise saving for another reason.
By Manuel Berkel
The EU naval mission to secure merchant shipping in the Red Sea can begin. The European mandate differs from the US and UK mission in one key respect.
By Stephan Israel
In Germany, very little money is spent on promoting the competitiveness of agricultural businesses. This is the result of a new study. Its authors recommend reconciling competitiveness and sustainability.
By Julia Dahm
In addition to health protection, environmental protection will also play a role in the specifications for imported food. The EU Commission has already asserted its intention concerning certain insecticides. Trade associations criticize the approach.
By Julia Dahm
The FDP top candidate believes a conference at the highest political level is necessary to send a clear signal for European defense cooperation. Strack-Zimmermann accuses Commission President von der Leyen of hesitancy.
By Till Hoppe
There have been five shootings in Brussels in the space of a week. Drug trafficking is booming in the European capital, and settlements between rival gangs are becoming increasingly frequent. Belgium's political response remains opaque.
By Claire Stam
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen supports the idea of appointing a European Commissioner for Defense. She could implement this in a second term of office.
By Redaktion Table
France rejects, Germany abstains: the directive to combat false self-employment on the major digital platforms could fail at the member state level.
By Till Hoppe
