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The European Union has a crystal clear vision for the future of its network infrastructure: there will be no Chinese equipment
Brussels tightens telecom security by recommending member states exclude Huawei and ZTE equipment. This move paves the way for mandatory removal of "high-risk suppliers" from critical networks.
Wake-up call from industry: Tech giants demand course correction of EU AI policy
Tech giants like SAP and Siemens call for an EU AI policy course correction. They warn the EU's AI Act risks overregulation, demanding more room for innovation ahead of trilogue talks.
Ryanair asks to suspend the new EU border control system: many are losing flights due to the queues it generates
Ryanair demands EU border system suspension due to hour-long queues causing flight cancellations. The new EES biometric entry/exit system's April rollout has heavily impacted summer travel.
Data protection and innovation "endangered": Apple's head of regulation annoyed by EU
Apple's policy chief criticizes the EU's Digital Markets Act, citing frustration and concerns over data protection and innovation. The company argues that upcoming regulations could hinder technological advancements and user privacy.
Forced "Border Partnership": EU Commission wants to allow US authorities to inquire about political views and "origin"
EU and US officials are close to an agreement allowing US authorities to access sensitive personal data of EU citizens. The draft "Border Partnership" framework would grant US agencies access to facial images, health data, and sexual orientation for police databases....
To the point: The digital euro is under pressure.
The EU's digital euro project faces pressure from banks wanting a weaker version and a tight timeline. The European Central Bank plans a pilot next year, but the European Parliament still debates critical privacy issues.