Category: <span>Innovations in Europe</span>

Category: Innovations in Europe

Privacy-Centric Design – A Smartphone the European way

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 …

Europe’s Tech Revolution: A New Dawn for Social Media Amidst US Techno-Political Shifts

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 …

EU Launches “AI Factories” to Boost European AI Innovation While Addressing Ethical Concerns

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 …

Europe Powers Up: Smart Grid Innovation Surges, But Can It Stay Ahead of China?

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 …

Pan-European party secures Five Seats in European Elections

In a historic moment for European politics, Volt, a pan-European party, has secured five seats in the European Parliament following its second electoral race. The newly elected Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) will represent voters across Europe, transcending national boundaries. The diverse group of Volt MEPs includes Anna Strolenberg …

EU Accelerates Green Energy Transition to become a Declaration of Independence

The European Union (EU) is making significant strides in its efforts for a green energy sector to combat climate change, reduce dependency on fossil fuels, and enhance energy independence. The urgency for this shift has been amplified by Russia’s war in Ukraine and the ongoing climate crisis. Why Greening Energy …

North Rhine-Westphalia bridges the gap between laboratory research and commercial battery cell production

A major milestone in battery technology development occurred when the German Federal Research Minister Bettina Stark-Watzinger, North Rhine-Westphalia Prime Minister Hendrik Wüst, and Fraunhofer Society President Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Hanselka inaugurated the first phase of the Fraunhofer Research Institution for Battery Cell Production (FFB) in Münster.  Laboratory research and commercial …

Cancer Prevention: Scientists Developing World’s First Lung Cancer Vaccine

A significant step towards preventing lung cancer has been taken with the development of a new vaccine called “LungVax.” Researchers at the University of Oxford, the Francis Crick Institute, and University College London have received £1.7 million in funding from Cancer Research UK and the CRIS Cancer Foundation to develop …

How Europe can become a deep tech champion, new report from Vinnova

Imagine a Europe that can tackle climate change with groundbreaking technologies and create entirely new industries that solve problems we haven’t even imagined yet. That’s the future deep tech champion promises. A new report from Vinnova works like a roadmap to get there, but it tells us there are some …