Current proposals from the Commission on digital wallets contradict the interests of consumers, criticizes the Federation of German Consumer Organizations. The VZBV presents an expert opinion on the risks.
By Corinna Visser
The Commission wants to provide citizens with criteria when deciding for or against a heat pump. Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen also called on the EU states to discuss the level of taxes on energy.
By Manuel Berkel
There is resistance to the Commission's plans to withdraw the legislative proposal on standard essential patents (SEPs). Parliamentary negotiators and VDA President Hildegard Müller are appealing to Ursula von der Leyen.
By Markus Grabitz
Germany may subsidize the construction of a new Infineon chip factory in Dresden with 920 million euros. The Commission granted the corresponding approval under the Chips Act.
By Corinna Visser
The EU Climate Council has presented its recommendations for dealing with CO₂ removals. The committee emphasizes their necessity for achieving climate targets, but calls for differentiated quality criteria.
By Lukas Knigge
Some of the tech group Meituan's food delivery staff will receive social benefits. Competitor JD advertises on social media with insurance for employees. Courier service companies in China have repeatedly come under criticism due to allegations of exploitative working conditions.
By Ning Wang
After Meta, TikTok has also reduced its content moderation. Insiders report layoffs in the security department – the company refuses to comment on possible consequences.
By Fabian Peltsch
Former ICBC Vice President Zhang Hongli has been sentenced to death by a Chinese court. Zhang is accused of embezzling funds worth over 24 million US dollars. Due to Zhang's cooperation with the authorities, the execution of the sentence will be postponed for two years.
By Ning Wang
Vladimir Putin's regime has so far successfully averted the consequences of Western sanctions against Russian energy trade. China and India play a key role in this. This is revealed by data from the Finnish organization Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA).
By Amelie Richter
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi plans to travel to Moscow soon. His Russian counterpart Lavrov announced the visit following bilateral talks on the sidelines of a G20 ministerial meeting.
By Leonardo Pape
