Executive Summary The “28th Regime” is one of the most significant and closely watched policy trends in the European Union, aimed directly at solving the bloc’s long-standing challenges with economic fragmentation and global competitiveness. Driven by high-level recommendations, including the recent and influential Letta and Draghi report, this proposal seeks …
In a groundbreaking move, Albania has become the first country to appoint an artificial intelligence system as a government minister. The AI Minister, named Diella, was officially sworn in last week as Minister marking a historic moment in the intersection of technology and governance. A New Era of Governance Diella, …
In our hyper-connected world, every tap, click, and transaction leaves a digital footprint. We trade privacy for convenience, allowing private companies to analyze our spending habits. Now, as the European Central Bank (ECB) explores a digital Euro, it’s not just creating a new way to pay; it’s asking a fundamental …
The verdict is in, and the news is bright for Europe! After years of navigating the unprecedented challenges of a global pandemic, the continent’s tourism sector has not just recovered; it’s thriving. The latest data from the UN World Tourism Barometer paints a picture of remarkable resilience and growth, with …
A recent study from Lund University highlights the growing concerns over lithium supply shortages in Europe, driven by the rapid expansion of the electric vehicle (EV) market. The report, titled “Long on expectations, short on supply: Regional lithium imbalances and the effects of trade allocations by China, the EU, and …
Sailfish OS, developed by Jolla, is a Linux-based mobile operating system that emphasizes privacy and security, positioning itself as a European alternative to more dominant mobile operating systems. Here’s a focused analysis on the privacy aspects of Sailfish OS as of 2024. Origins and Evolution Sailfish OS was first introduced …
May 9, at the press conference with the new German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, announced that a big push towards an effective Capital Markets Union is on the way. As the EU’s financial system has experienced a substantial growth and increased complexity in …
Envision a future with locally-owned, interoperable social media platforms, challenging the dominance of US tech giants. This is what a group of prominent academics is envisioning in a call for a more sovereign digital future for Europe. In the heart of Europe, a quiet revolution is brewing, one that could …
The latest European Investment Bank (EIB) Municipalities Survey for 2024-2025 reveals a significant push by cities across Europe to enhance climate action and social infrastructure. The survey, which gathered data from 1,002 municipalities representing approximately 26 million people, highlights the critical role local governments play in addressing today’s most pressing …
The European Union (EU) is ramping up its efforts to revolutionize waste management, setting ambitious targets and implementing comprehensive policies to promote sustainability and protect the environment. With the end of 2025 deadline fast approaching, the EU Commission is urging member states to accelerate their progress towards achieving key waste …