The EU has been negotiating with the US to address concerns about the US CLOUD Act that was enacted in 2018 to reach a mutually acceptable agreement. In this process the European Court of Justice has played a crucial role in shaping the EU’s position on data protection and cross-border …
Cultural tourism is one of the fastest growing and largest tourism markets globally. It is defined as travel to experience and participate in the tangible and intangible cultural heritage offerings of a community. The Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe published a report on the …
In 2024, all EU countries saw growth in both solar generation and installed capacity, according to a new report from Ember. The rate of solar energy growth seen in 2024 is already above what the latest national targets would require. The EU is on track to meet the interim REPowerEU …
The European Union saw a significant increase in terrorist attacks in 2023, according to the latest EU Terrorism Situation and Trend Report (TE-SAT) released by Europol. The report, which is based on data provided by EU member states, Europol’s partners, and Eurojust, provides a comprehensive overview of the terrorism landscape …
The European Union (EU) has been steadily increasing its trade with China, even as the United States (US) has been engaged in a trade war with the country. This has allowed the EU to profit from the US-China trade war by positioning itself as a friendlier trading partner to China. …
The European Union is stepping up its efforts to promote sustainable consumption across its member states. With a focus on minimizing environmental impact and empowering consumers, the EU has implemented a range of measures aimed at shifting towards a more eco-conscious consumption model. One of the key initiatives is the …
The Draghi report acknowledges the EU’s slowing economic growth compared to the US and China, driven by weakening productivity growth. It identifies Europe’s need to close the innovation gap, particularly in advanced technologies, as crucial for future prosperity. “Europe must profoundly refocus its collective efforts on closing the innovation gap …
The European Commission has announced the selection of seven consortia to establish “AI Factories” across Europe. This initiative aims to accelerate the development and deployment of trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI) while adhering to strict ethical guidelines. The Impact of AI Factories Europe is committed to becoming a global leader in …
A new report reveals a dramatic increase in patents for smart grid technologies, crucial for a clean energy future. But while Europe leads in smart grid innovation, China is rapidly catching up. The race to decarbonize our energy systems is on, and a key battleground is the electricity grid. A …
The digital nomads lifestyle is booming, and Europe has become a prime destination for these location-independent workers. Fueled by the rise of remote work and accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, this trend is transforming work culture and impacting local economies across the continent. Who are these Digital Nomads? Digital nomads …