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New supercomputer inaugurated in Barcelona

Mare Nostrum 5 is the name of the new supercomputer that has been launched at the high-performance computing center in Barcelona. Start-ups will be able to test their AI models here.

By Corinna Visser

US considers higher tariffs on Chinese EVs

The US government is apparently considering imposing higher tariffs on EVs from the People's Republic. US manufacturers such as Tesla, which manufacture in China and export abroad, would probably also be affected.

By Redaktion Table

Mine für seltene Erden in China

Export ban on technologies for processing rare earths

China bans the export of technologies for processing rare earths. Beijing thus makes it more difficult for its economic rivals to build up their own industry in this area in order to become less dependent on Chinese exports.

By Redaktion Table

Military resumes high-level dialog with the US

The US Chief of Staff, Air Force General Charles Q. Brown, and his Chinese counterpart General Liu Zhenli held a virtual meeting, according to an announcement by the Pentagon. It is the first such exchange in 16 months. The Biden administration sees the meeting as a sign that military relations between the two countries are returning to normal.

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Simson clarifies statement on renewables

Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson had her spokesperson clarify a statement on Wednesday that could be interpreted as a move away from the EU's own target for renewable energies in 2040.

By Manuel Berkel

Emmanuel Macron im Oktober 2023 im Elysée-Palast.

Macron defends controversial immigration law

French President Emmanuel Macron has defended the immigration law passed by parliament against criticism, including from within his own ranks. The health minister has resigned in protest.

By Alina Leimbach