The Chinese video platform TikTok is struggling with a lot of criticism in the US - and for survival. Does the unprecedented Project Texas offer a solution for all involved? In Germany, cyber experts are also warning of data abuse and state propaganda by TikTok and its parent company ByteDance.
By Marcel Grzanna
China's special envoy Li Hui has arrived in Kyiv on a two-day visit. Behind closed doors, he now wants to start mediating in Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine. Numerous signs point to more serious efforts toward peace. However, skepticism remains high in the West.
By Felix Lee
Only two MEPs have been sanctioned for bullying their assistants in this legislature. There were no sanctions for sexual harassment. This is not because such behavior does not occur. Now the procedures and penalties are to be reformed.
By Charlotte Wirth
In the runoff election for the presidency in Turkey, climate policy will also be voted on. The incumbent, Erdogan, is backing fossil fuels. The opposition has more ambitious climate plans and wants, for example, to phase out coal and achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
By Marcel Grzanna
Six months after the corruption scandal surrounding ex-Vice-President Eva Kaili came to light, the investigators have still not disclosed any details. Meanwhile, in Parliament, the implementation of the anti-corruption agenda initiated by President Roberta Metsola is underway. What is the status of her 14-point plan?
By Markus Grabitz
With a lot of money, the EU wants to discourage people in need from seeking a better life in Europe. Third countries are supposed to dissuade them from making the journey. But this migration policy carries high risks – also for the EU itself.
By Viktor Funk
German mechanical engineering companies in China are increasingly pessimistic. After the lifting of all Covid restrictions, access to raw materials has improved, but new orders are scarce. The latest survey by the German Mechanical Engineering Industry Association (VDMA) reveals lower capacity utilization.
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The hype surrounding ChatGPT has also reached Chinese companies. But the AI language models from Alibaba and Baidu disappoint across the board. They are said to be up to three years behind US competitors. The reason: China has hardly any access to powerful chips due to the US technology embargo.
By Jörn Petring
Today, Rapporteur Nicola Beer (Renew) publishes her draft report on the Critical Raw Materials Act. Her amendments aim primarily to increase planning certainty and reduce administrative burdens. She also wants to strengthen recycling and substitution of strategic raw materials.
By Leonie Düngefeld
Almost five years ago, the transition period for the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) ended. But many questions remain unanswered today. In an interview with Falk Steiner, European Data Protection Supervisor Wojciech Wiewiórowski explains why he believes enforcement has now reached a crucial point.
By Falk Steiner
