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Royole: stretchable displays for aircraft

Flexible displays have the potential to turn the tech world upside down. One of the most important developers is the Chinese start-up Royole. The Shenzhen-based company unveiled the first foldable smartphone for the mass market in 2018. Now, in cooperation with Airbus, the company wants to revolutionize the entertainment system in airplanes with ultra-thin screens.

By Frank Sieren

Magnesium deficiency threatens European economy

Magnesium is an important element in aluminum production. But as a result of its power crisis, China stopped production. In Europe, various manufacturers are now at risk of running out in the short term. And Europe receives 95 percent of its magnesium from China. There are no easy solutions.

By Christiane Kuehl

EU summit: impending dispute

The conflict with Poland, the dispute over high energy prices: heated arguments are looming at what is likely to be the last EU summit with Chancellor Merkel. An overview of the most important topics.

By Redaktion Table

Säule der Schande

Pillar of Shame: relocation to Taiwan?

For years, the "Pillar of Shame" has stood in Hong Kong to commemorate the bloody suppression of the 1989 democracy movement in Beijing. With the introduction of the National Security Law, supporters of the Beijing regime finally see their chance to ban the memorial from the city. But its creator already has new plans for the artwork.

By Michael Radunski

BYD relies on blade battery

Batteries are becoming more and more the heart of modern cars. Chinese manufacturers have successfully set multiple global standards for EV batteries. With the lithium iron phosphate battery (LFP) China's manufacturers show particular strength. Thanks in part to China's industrial policy.

By Frank Sieren

Work program 2022: the EU Commission's plans

Less than a month after the State of the Union Address, the Commission presented its work program for 2022 to the plenary of the European Parliament. Among them are important projects in the areas of digital and the Green Deal.

By Redaktion Table

Poland's chance: the Council is divided

The fronts between Poland and the EU have hardened in the dispute over the rule of law and the primacy of EU law. A debate with Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki in the European Parliament in Strasbourg failed to produce a quick solution. However, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hinted that she was still willing to talk.

By Eric Bonse