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technology19 hours ago

Poland veto stalls EU digital rules, risking new fines

Polish President Karol Nawrocki vetoed Warszawa’s bill to implement the EU’s Digital Services Act, delaying Brussels’ flagship online-content rules and reviving a long-running clash over the rule of law. The move could expose Poland to multimillion-euro fines (reports mention up to about €9.5 million) and comes as Brussels has already opened infringement proceedings for failing to designate a national watchdog to enforce the DSA. A new version of the bill might be ready within two months, but experts say that outcome is unlikely amid the ongoing political dispute.

via politico.eu|
#content-moderation#digital-services-act#european-union
world20 hours ago

EU unveils €90B Ukraine loan to fuel war effort

The European Commission proposed a €90 billion, two-year, interest-free loan to Ukraine to stave off financial collapse as it fights Russia, with about one-third for normal budgets and the rest for defense; it would be financed by EU joint debt, allow Ukraine to buy foreign weapons if needed with EU defense firms favored, and tie repayments to post-war reparations or frozen Russian assets, though several member states balk at participation; disbursements could start in April to unlock IMF support as U.S. aid wanes.

via politico.eu|
#defense-spending#eu-loan#european-union
middle-east-and-north-africa1 day ago

Europe’s Tightrope: Navigating the Saudi–UAE Rift and its Global Spillovers

The ECFR piece argues that the Saudi–UAE rupture signals a broader Gulf strategic competition that will shape Europe’s security and economic interests. Europe should avoid becoming a battleground by balancing ties with both Riyadh and Abu Dhabi, while pushing for de‑risked infrastructure, maritime security in the Red Sea, accountability on war crimes in Sudan, and practical bilateral engagement through the EU’s Strategic Partnership with both states to safeguard trade, technology access, and regional stability.

via European Council on Foreign Relations|
#european-union#gulf-rift#middle-east-and-north-africa
world6 days ago

EU and Mercosur Near Historic Free-Trade Agreement After Decades of Negotiations

The EU has approved a historic trade deal with Mercosur, creating one of the world's largest free trade areas, despite opposition from some member states and protests from farmers. The deal aims to boost exports, reduce dependency on China, and strengthen geopolitical ties, with signing expected soon in Paraguay.

via France 24|
#eu-mercosur-trade-deal#european-farmers-protests#european-union
world10 days ago

Global Power Dynamics Undermine International Law and Order

The article argues that the so-called rules-based international order is largely a myth, as major powers like the US, Russia, and China often violate international norms when it suits their interests. It emphasizes that power, not rules, ultimately governs international relations, and Europe should focus on its own strategic and military capabilities rather than relying on the illusion of a rules-based system.

via Euronews.com|
#european-union#great-powers#international-law
world16 days ago

Reevaluating Transatlantic Ties and Europe's Evolving Role

The article discusses the deterioration of transatlantic relations, highlighting Europe's pursuit of strategic independence through economic and regulatory measures that challenge US interests, and the historical and political factors shaping this shift, including Europe's efforts to counter US economic dominance and the rise of regulatory imperialism.

via compactmag.com|
#european-integration#european-union#geoeconomics
technology23 days ago

iOS 26.3 Launches with New Features and EU Compatibility Enhancements

Apple's iOS 26.3 beta introduces two features—Notification Forwarding for third-party smartwatches and Proximity pairing—that align with EU regulations, specifically the Digital Market Act, to enhance device interoperability in Europe. These features are part of Apple's compliance efforts and will be available exclusively to EU customers, with a likely release in January.

via Mashable|
#apple#digital-market-act#european-union