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Black anti-racism coordinator excluded from European Commission reshuffle

The exclusion of the EU's anti-racism coordinator from a high-level position amid other coordinators raises concerns about systemic inequities in addressing racism.

For the first time in its history, we could be looking at a genuinely rightwing European Union | Alberto Alemanno

The far-right's influence on European politics is growing, challenging the centrist dominance historically maintained by pro-EU parties.

EU forecasts 'steady' eurozone growth despite 'uncertainty' DW 11/15/2024

EU Commission predicts eurozone growth of 1.3% in 2025 with inflation dropping to 2.1%.
Emphasis on recovery in consumer demand and investment, but concerns over geopolitical uncertainties remain.
#meta

EU Commission Says Meta's Ad-Free Subscription Offering Violates DMA

EU Commission rules Meta's ad-free subscription plan violates privacy laws.

European Commission issues Meta with hefty fine for tying Facebook and Marketplace

The European Commission fined Meta €797.72 million for unfair trading practices related to its Marketplace platform on Facebook.

EU Commission Says Meta's Ad Free Subscription Offering Violates DMA

Meta's ad-free subscription plan in the EU does not comply with data protection laws.

EU fines Meta 660m for competition rule breaches over Facebook Marketplace

The European Commission fined Meta €797m for violating EU competition law through unfair practices related to Facebook Marketplace.

Apple, Meta, and Google targeted by EU in DMA non-compliance investigations

The European Commission is investigating Apple, Google, and Meta under the Digital Markets Act.
Issues being investigated include anti-steering rules, self-preferencing of services, and ad targeting models.

EU Commission Says Meta's Ad-Free Subscription Offering Violates DMA

EU Commission rules Meta's ad-free subscription plan violates privacy laws.

European Commission issues Meta with hefty fine for tying Facebook and Marketplace

The European Commission fined Meta €797.72 million for unfair trading practices related to its Marketplace platform on Facebook.

EU Commission Says Meta's Ad Free Subscription Offering Violates DMA

Meta's ad-free subscription plan in the EU does not comply with data protection laws.

EU fines Meta 660m for competition rule breaches over Facebook Marketplace

The European Commission fined Meta €797m for violating EU competition law through unfair practices related to Facebook Marketplace.

Apple, Meta, and Google targeted by EU in DMA non-compliance investigations

The European Commission is investigating Apple, Google, and Meta under the Digital Markets Act.
Issues being investigated include anti-steering rules, self-preferencing of services, and ad targeting models.
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#rule-of-law

EU to drop action against Poland on 'rule of law' concerns DW 05/06/2024

The EU has dropped Article 7 proceedings against Poland over rule of law concerns following actions by the new centrist government to address the issues.

Michael McGrath confirmed as European Commissioner for Justice after three hours of questions

Mr. McGrath successfully navigated the final hearing for his commissioner role, focusing on addressing rule-of-law issues and electoral integrity.

EU to drop action against Poland on 'rule of law' concerns DW 05/06/2024

The EU has dropped Article 7 proceedings against Poland over rule of law concerns following actions by the new centrist government to address the issues.

Michael McGrath confirmed as European Commissioner for Justice after three hours of questions

Mr. McGrath successfully navigated the final hearing for his commissioner role, focusing on addressing rule-of-law issues and electoral integrity.
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#antitrust

Microsoft breached EU antitrust rules with Teams bundling practices - now it could face a hefty fine

EU charges Microsoft for breaching antitrust rules regarding Teams bundling practices.

Google wins challenge against $1.7 billion EU competition fine | CNN Business

Google successfully overturned a €1.49 billion antitrust fine from the EU, citing lack of consideration of all relevant circumstances by the European Commission.

Microsoft breached EU antitrust rules with Teams bundling practices - now it could face a hefty fine

EU charges Microsoft for breaching antitrust rules regarding Teams bundling practices.

Google wins challenge against $1.7 billion EU competition fine | CNN Business

Google successfully overturned a €1.49 billion antitrust fine from the EU, citing lack of consideration of all relevant circumstances by the European Commission.
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The EU is getting its first ever commissioner for startups

Zaharieva appointed as EU's first startup commissioner to enhance innovation and investment for startups.

Mounting Coalition tensions as Fianna Fail MEPs who opposed von der Leyen blamed for lowly commissioner appointment

Michael McGrath's assignment to a low-level justice portfolio highlights tensions within the Coalition and disappointment over missed economic opportunities.
#ursula-von-der-leyen

Michael McGrath announced as EU commissioner for justice as Ursula von der Leyen unveils top jobs

Ursula von der Leyen will allocate influential roles in the EU Commission, impacting trade and green policies amidst global challenges.

European Commission chief unveils new team amid mounting challenges

The new EU Commission faces significant global challenges while prioritizing security, democracy, and economic competitiveness for its leadership over the next five years.

Michael McGrath to become EU's 'bad cop' tackling backsliding on rule of law in countries like Hungary

Ursula von der Leyen's commitment to gender quotas leads to six women in top EU roles, enhancing gender representation.

ECR undecided ahead of von der Leyen's reelection vote

Ursula von der Leyen needs the support of the ECR group, particularly from Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, for her re-election as President of the EU Commission.

Ursula Von der Leyen seeks second term as head of the EU Commission

Ursula von der Leyen seeks second term as head of the EU Commission
Von der Leyen's leadership through crises and progressive policies highlighted

Michael McGrath announced as EU commissioner for justice as Ursula von der Leyen unveils top jobs

Ursula von der Leyen will allocate influential roles in the EU Commission, impacting trade and green policies amidst global challenges.

European Commission chief unveils new team amid mounting challenges

The new EU Commission faces significant global challenges while prioritizing security, democracy, and economic competitiveness for its leadership over the next five years.

Michael McGrath to become EU's 'bad cop' tackling backsliding on rule of law in countries like Hungary

Ursula von der Leyen's commitment to gender quotas leads to six women in top EU roles, enhancing gender representation.

ECR undecided ahead of von der Leyen's reelection vote

Ursula von der Leyen needs the support of the ECR group, particularly from Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, for her re-election as President of the EU Commission.

Ursula Von der Leyen seeks second term as head of the EU Commission

Ursula von der Leyen seeks second term as head of the EU Commission
Von der Leyen's leadership through crises and progressive policies highlighted
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Exclusive: EU wants to ban smoking, vaping in outdoor areas, leaked draft says

The European Commission plans to extend smoking bans to outdoor areas and include nicotine-free products to protect public health.
#tiktok

Minds are 'not currency for social media,' says EU as TikTok kills Lite Rewards

TikTok withdraws Lite Rewards program in the EU to comply with DSA.

TikTok Lite axes 'addictive as cigarettes' reward-to-watch feature under the EU's watchful eye

The EU suspended TikTok Lite's reward-to-watch feature due to concerns over addictiveness, prompting ByteDance to comply and warning of ongoing scrutiny.

EU Investigators Launch Probe into TikTok's Latest Growth Initiative

TikTok introduces "Coin App" (aka TikTok Lite) to incentivize users with redeemable points, facing EU Commission scrutiny for compliance with DSA rules.

Minds are 'not currency for social media,' says EU as TikTok kills Lite Rewards

TikTok withdraws Lite Rewards program in the EU to comply with DSA.

TikTok Lite axes 'addictive as cigarettes' reward-to-watch feature under the EU's watchful eye

The EU suspended TikTok Lite's reward-to-watch feature due to concerns over addictiveness, prompting ByteDance to comply and warning of ongoing scrutiny.

EU Investigators Launch Probe into TikTok's Latest Growth Initiative

TikTok introduces "Coin App" (aka TikTok Lite) to incentivize users with redeemable points, facing EU Commission scrutiny for compliance with DSA rules.
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Why is Slovakia among Europe's most politically polarised countries?

Slovakia experiences intense political polarization with a divide between pro-Western liberals and various radical movements, impacting the country's stability.

BYD Europe aims to beat Tesla & big EU automakers

BYD Europe aims to triple its market in Europe by 2025 through aggressive marketing strategies and partnerships with European dealerships.
Chinese EVs like BYD models are technologically advanced and competitively priced due to subsidies, low labor costs, and robust battery supply chains in China.
European auto industry leaders express concerns about the strong competition posed by Chinese EV manufacturers and potential consequences for the European market.

Xi in France pressed on China's 'market distortion' DW 05/06/2024

China views Europe as a foreign policy priority, stressing the need for continued partnership.
#digital-markets-act

Apple charged of violating EU Commission's DMA rules

The EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) targets big tech companies, including Apple, for violating anti-steering policies towards app developers.

Apple's decision to drop iPhone web apps comes under scrutiny in the EU

The European Commission may investigate Apple's discontinuation of iPhone web apps in the EU.
Apple cites the EU's Digital Markets Act and the difficulty of integrating web apps for other browsers as reasons for the change.

EU investigates Meta, Alphabet and Apple for violating competition rules

EU investigating Google, Apple, Meta for antitrust violations
DMA shifts burden to companies to prove compliance and allows time for fixes before fines

Apple charged of violating EU Commission's DMA rules

The EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) targets big tech companies, including Apple, for violating anti-steering policies towards app developers.

Apple's decision to drop iPhone web apps comes under scrutiny in the EU

The European Commission may investigate Apple's discontinuation of iPhone web apps in the EU.
Apple cites the EU's Digital Markets Act and the difficulty of integrating web apps for other browsers as reasons for the change.

EU investigates Meta, Alphabet and Apple for violating competition rules

EU investigating Google, Apple, Meta for antitrust violations
DMA shifts burden to companies to prove compliance and allows time for fixes before fines
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Kingspan disputes EU finding it gave 'misleading' information on planned merger

Kingspan facing potential hefty fine for misleading information
EU Commission concerned about impact of merger on competition in building-materials markets

Europe eyes LinkedIn's use of data for ad targeting in latest DSA ask | TechCrunch

EU requests information from LinkedIn regarding ad targeting practices under the Digital Services Act (DSA)
Concerns raised over LinkedIn's use of sensitive data for ad targeting under EU law
#apple

The EU fines Apple nearly $2 billion for hindering music streaming competition

Apple fined nearly $2 billion for antitrust violation by EU Commission
EU Commission aims to prevent tech giants from unfair market practices

EU approves Apple plan to open up tap-to-pay to rivals DW 07/11/2024

EU accepted commitments from Apple to open up phone-based checkout system to third parties, concluding a lengthy investigation and avoiding heavy fines.

The EU fines Apple nearly $2 billion for hindering music streaming competition

Apple fined nearly $2 billion for antitrust violation by EU Commission
EU Commission aims to prevent tech giants from unfair market practices

EU approves Apple plan to open up tap-to-pay to rivals DW 07/11/2024

EU accepted commitments from Apple to open up phone-based checkout system to third parties, concluding a lengthy investigation and avoiding heavy fines.
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EU Starts Probe on TikTok Compliance with Digital Services Act Over Child Safety Concerns

EU Commission investigating TikTok under DSA for child safety, privacy, and transparency issues.
Potential fines up to 6% of global turnover for violations.

EU chief bows to protesting farmers over pesticide use

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced plans to withdraw a proposal to halve chemical pesticide use in the EU by the end of the decade, citing polarization and lack of progress in discussions.
Mass protests by EU farmers, who are facing shrinking income and rising production costs, have brought the issue to the forefront and attracted support from far-right and anti-establishment parties.

The EU loses about a million workers per year due to aging. Migration official urges legal options

EU member states will need to address the challenge of an aging population
There is a need to shift away from illegal migration and find legitimate alternatives

Elon Musk's X will be investigated by EU for potentially breaking disinformation law

Elon Musk's X (formerly known as Twitter) will be investigated by the EU Commission for potential violations of laws regarding illegal content, advertising, and disinformation on big tech platforms.
The investigation will focus on areas such as the dissemination of illegal content, measures to combat information manipulation, transparency issues regarding data access and advertising, and the deceptive design of the user interface.

Ryanair cancels 100 flights due to France air traffic control strike

Ryanair cancels flights due to French ATC strike, calls on EU Commission for action.
#european-parliament

Who will lead the EU? DW 06/18/2024

Ursula von der Leyen likely to secure a second term as President of the EU Commission.

Who will get the EU's top jobs? DW 06/18/2024

Ursula von der Leyen likely to secure a second term as President of the EU Commission.

Who will lead the EU? DW 06/18/2024

Ursula von der Leyen likely to secure a second term as President of the EU Commission.

Who will get the EU's top jobs? DW 06/18/2024

Ursula von der Leyen likely to secure a second term as President of the EU Commission.
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