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Europe’s digital sovereignty starts with open source
Europe’s digital sovereignty starts with open source

Europe’s digital sovereignty starts with open source

EDRi urges the EU to prioritize open source for digital sovereignty, calling it crucial for resilience and autonomy. The strategy shifts focus from niche tech to a foundational element for Europe's future.

February 18, 2026 at 09:30
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US pressure on the Digital Services Act in the Netherlands
US pressure on the Digital Services Act in the Netherlands

US pressure on the Digital Services Act in the Netherlands

US pressure mounts on Dutch Digital Services Act implementation. American lawmakers label Dutch NGOs "censorous," raising concerns over content moderation rules.

February 18, 2026 at 09:30
EDRI
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Ensuring human rights-based, global perspectives in the DSA enforcement: the DSA Human Rights Alliance’s guidelines
Ensuring human rights-based, global perspectives in the DSA enforcement: the DSA Human Rights Alliance’s guidelines

Ensuring human rights-based, global perspectives in the DSA enforcement: the DSA Human Rights Alliance’s guidelines

DSA Human Rights Alliance issues guidelines to shape Digital Services Act enforcement globally. Recommendations focus on cross-border effects and empowering diverse groups to uphold user rights.

February 18, 2026 at 09:30
EDRI
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How recommender algorithms threaten election integrity
How recommender algorithms threaten election integrity

How recommender algorithms threaten election integrity

Romanian study reveals Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok algorithms amplified political content during elections. Platforms allegedly violated national laws and the EU's Digital Services Act.

February 18, 2026 at 09:30
EDRI
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European Commission’s plans will lead to worse regulations
European Commission’s plans will lead to worse regulations

European Commission’s plans will lead to worse regulations

EDRi warns EU Commission's "Better Regulation" reform risks weakening future laws. Recommendations push for balanced representation and stronger safeguards in EU lawmaking.

February 18, 2026 at 09:30
EDRI
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Tesla Robotaxis crash four times more often than human drivers
Tesla Robotaxis crash four times more often than human drivers

Tesla Robotaxis crash four times more often than human drivers

Tesla Robotaxis in Texas crash four times more often than human drivers, even with safety operators. This concerning data highlights ongoing challenges with autonomous vehicle safety and deployment.

February 18, 2026 at 09:09
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Stock market crash and panic buying: Raspberry Pi caught in AI hype
Stock market crash and panic buying: Raspberry Pi caught in AI hype

Stock market crash and panic buying: Raspberry Pi caught in AI hype

Raspberry Pi stock surges 43% as new AI software OpenClaw runs efficiently on its mini-computers. This surge sparks fears of shortages due to a buying frenzy.

February 18, 2026 at 08:48
WinFuture.de
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London’s Mondra, fresh off an €11.8 million Series A raise, merges with Austrian sustainability startup inoqo
London’s Mondra, fresh off an €11.8 million Series A raise, merges with Austrian sustainability startup inoqo

London’s Mondra, fresh off an €11.8 million Series A raise, merges with Austrian sustainability startup inoqo

London's Mondra merges with Austria's inoqo to create a global food system decarbonisation powerhouse. The AI-powered platforms will unify supply chain and sustainability intelligence to accelerate impact for food businesses.

February 18, 2026 at 07:34
EU-Startups
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A16z: how does this immense investment fund discover the most promising startups (even in the depths of France)?
A16z: how does this immense investment fund discover the most promising startups (even in the depths of France)?

A16z: how does this immense investment fund discover the most promising startups (even in the depths of France)?

Venture capital giant Andreessen Horowitz expands global search for promising startups beyond Silicon Valley. The firm leverages local networks and AI to identify future unicorns in Europe and beyond.

February 18, 2026 at 07:00
Presse-Citron
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Mistral AI buys cloud startup Koyeb
Mistral AI buys cloud startup Koyeb

Mistral AI buys cloud startup Koyeb

Mistral AI acquires cloud startup Koyeb, merging European AI models with critical infrastructure. The move accelerates its push to deliver AI solutions reliably and at scale.

February 17, 2026 at 20:49
The Next Web
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A small Parisian startup has just been acquired by the giant Mistral AI
A small Parisian startup has just been acquired by the giant Mistral AI

A small Parisian startup has just been acquired by the giant Mistral AI

French AI champion Mistral AI acquires French cloud services startup Koyeb. The move accelerates Mistral's mission to build a European AI ecosystem.

February 17, 2026 at 19:46
Presse-Citron
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Childlike sex dolls and addictive design: EU opens proceedings against Shein
Childlike sex dolls and addictive design: EU opens proceedings against Shein

Childlike sex dolls and addictive design: EU opens proceedings against Shein

EU probes Shein over potential Digital Services Act violations, citing risks to users and possibly selling illegal goods. The fast-fashion giant faces scrutiny for not sufficiently mitigating platform dangers for its 126 million EU users.

February 17, 2026 at 18:32
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European Parliament bars lawmakers from using AI tools
European Parliament bars lawmakers from using AI tools

European Parliament bars lawmakers from using AI tools

European Parliament bans AI tools for lawmakers amid security concerns. The move restricts access to services like ChatGPT to protect sensitive data and prevent misuse.

February 17, 2026 at 18:28
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Mistral AI buys Koyeb in first acquisition to back its cloud ambitions
Mistral AI buys Koyeb in first acquisition to back its cloud ambitions

Mistral AI buys Koyeb in first acquisition to back its cloud ambitions

Mistral AI acquires Paris-based Koyeb to boost its cloud infrastructure and simplify AI app deployment. This move accelerates Mistral's ambition to build a European AI cloud.

February 17, 2026 at 18:22
TechCrunch EU Alternative
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New escalation level: AI swarms threaten democratic discourse
New escalation level: AI swarms threaten democratic discourse

New escalation level: AI swarms threaten democratic discourse

AI swarm tactics threaten democratic discourse by manipulating public opinion through simulated consensus. Coordinated AI agents exploit social dynamics to engineer fake majorities, undermining public debate.

February 17, 2026 at 17:48
Heise Online
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50 Million Times Correct: How the DSA Breaks Platform Arbitrariness
50 Million Times Correct: How the DSA Breaks Platform Arbitrariness

50 Million Times Correct: How the DSA Breaks Platform Arbitrariness

EU's Digital Services Act forces platforms to reverse 1 in 3 content removals and bans. Two years in, the law strengthens free speech and curtails arbitrary platform censorship across member states.

February 17, 2026 at 17:30
Heise Online
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Dark Patterns and Child Sex Dolls: EU Targets Shein
Dark Patterns and Child Sex Dolls: EU Targets Shein

Dark Patterns and Child Sex Dolls: EU Targets Shein

EU probes Shein over exploitative app design and illegal goods, citing Digital Services Act. The fast-fashion giant faces hefty fines or potential EU market ban if violations persist.

February 17, 2026 at 17:09
WinFuture.de
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Gates Foundation backs Basel’s Axmed with €5 million to support affordable medicines distribution
Gates Foundation backs Basel’s Axmed with €5 million to support affordable medicines distribution

Gates Foundation backs Basel’s Axmed with €5 million to support affordable medicines distribution

Swiss HealthTech Axmed secures €5M from Gates Foundation to boost affordable medicines distribution via its logistics platform. This funding aids expansion into low- and middle-income countries.

February 17, 2026 at 16:34
EU-Startups
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Shein’s ‘addictive design’ and illegal sex dolls under investigation
Shein’s ‘addictive design’ and illegal sex dolls under investigation

Shein’s ‘addictive design’ and illegal sex dolls under investigation

EU launches Digital Services Act probe into Shein over illegal listings and "addictive design." The investigation scrutinizes if Shein's systems comply with DSA rules on curbing illicit content.

February 17, 2026 at 16:10
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Operation "Slander": suspect charged with illegitimate access and computer damage
Operation "Slander": suspect charged with illegitimate access and computer damage

Operation "Slander": suspect charged with illegitimate access and computer damage

Braga's PJ arrests suspect for illegal access and computer damage. Operation "Maledicência" targets alleged defamation and false accusations, impacting digital security.

February 17, 2026 at 16:00
Pplware
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