European Parliament calls for social media restrictions for under 16s
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen wants to follow Australia’s lead in banning social media for children below the age of 16. The EU Parliament and member states agree.
Europe and Africa need each other more than ever, says von der Leyen
Europe and Africa seek to deepen their cooperation, von der Leyen stated at the EU-AU summit in Luanda. €120bn has already been invested, with a focus on trade, security, and infrastructure.
Simplification or setback? EU digital deregulation plans spark privacy and consumer protection concerns
As the European Union scrambles to revive its competitive edge and slash layers of regulation, the bloc’s executive has now turned its sights on one of its most powerful and pioneering assets – the digital rulebook.
European start-ups urge reforms to boost homegrown digital sector
Ahead of the Summit on European Digital Sovereignty in Berlin, international tech associations are calling for concrete steps to increase the continent’s competitiveness and autonomy in the digital sector.
Von der Leyen promises that EU will step up its climate efforts
The EU Commission President has said the European Union wants to further expand its commitment to climate protection.