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The two faces of Ursula: Reinvention or deception at the EU's helm?

As Ursula von der Leyen beds down for her second term as European Commission president - almost unrecognisable from her first - many are wondering if she has truly changed course, or is simply revealing her true colours?

Europe’s M&A market is alive and kicking - in spite of the odds

Europe’s M&A market is alive and kicking - in spite of the odds

Geopolitical unrest and trade uncertainty are complicating mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Despite the volatility, battle-hardened executives are pushing ahead with dealmaking.

EU diplomats confirm they won't yet sanction Israel on Gaza

EU diplomats confirm they won't yet sanction Israel on Gaza

Last week, EU member states already failed to rally enough support to suspend Israel from the Horizon Europe fund in response to the war in Gaza. Two of the largest EU countries - Germany and Italy – prefer to “continue dialogue” with Israel, one diplomat said.

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EU Commission to suspend retaliation against US tariffs by another six months

As the EU and the US continue negotiating a joint statement to formalise their tariff deal, the EU executive is again postponing a package of countermeasures that were due to enter into force on 7 August.

Timing of new EU data rules and plan to cut red tape baffles tech sector

The Data Act enters into force in September, three months before the European Commission digital simplification measures will be presented.

EU’s AI Act doesn’t do enough to protect artists’ copyright, creative groups say

As parts of the AI Act come into force this weekend, creative industry groups say there are still hurdles to protecting their copyrighted material from training AI systems.

Cruel summer turns up heat on Ursula von der Leyen’s second mandate

From a motion of censure to a lopsided trade deal, the events of July threaten to derail the trajectory of Ursula von der Leyen's second term in office.

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Crypto Founders, Take Note: These SEC Roundtables Could Decide The Rules That Govern You

Crypto Founders, Take Note: These SEC Roundtables Could Decide The Rules That Govern You

The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Crypto Task Force is expanding its outreach nationwide through a newly announced series of roundtables scheduled across key U.S. cities.

White House keeps tariff pressure on EU car industry

White House keeps tariff pressure on EU car industry

The US executive order published on July 31 imposes 15% tariffs on EU products, as outlined in the agreement reached by the US and EU presidents. However, it doesn't lower tariffs on cars, which remain at 25%.

Some 26 tech companies sign up to EU Commission's AI Code

Some 26 tech companies sign up to EU Commission's AI Code

Companies joining Code still need to comply with AI Act obligations that kick in from 2 August.

Is Europe ready to police AI? Supervision and sanctions start soon

Is Europe ready to police AI? Supervision and sanctions start soon

A range of provisions under the EU’s AI rulebook will enter into force, dealing with national oversight, penalties and general purpose AI models.

SEC Launches 'Project Crypto' — Here's What It Means For You

SEC Launches 'Project Crypto' — Here's What It Means For You

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has unveiled a new initiative called “Project Crypto” aimed at overhauling securities regulations to adapt to blockchain-based financial systems.

Wealth tax should be considered by Treasury, former Labour minister suggests

Wealth tax should be considered by Treasury, former Labour minister suggests

Anneliese Dodds argued it is ‘important’ for the Government to consider evidence set out by the Wealth Tax Commission.

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Temu joins EU's growing list of online platforms under investigation

Temu joins EU's growing list of online platforms under investigation

The list of online platforms under investigation for potential breaches of the EU’s Digital Services Act continues to grow, with the latest addition being Chinese site Temu. In total, 14 proceedings have been opened against 10 platforms, targeting issues from product safety to protection of minors.

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The EU holds its breath as 1 August US tariff deadline looms

The EU Commission expects the US to keep its word and implement new tariff rates agreed on Sunday. Without a joint statement, it hopes that forthcoming US executive orders will provide relief to sectors heavily impacted since the start of the trade dispute.

Will wine and spirits be hit by US tariffs tomorrow? Even the EU doesn't know

With less than a day to go before the new EU-US tariff regime takes effect, the European Commission still doesn’t know for sure if the wine and spirits sector will be exempt.

EU Commission confirms ditching of AI liability and patents proposals

Attempts by some lawmakers and member states fail to revive papers.

The EU and US have shaken hands on a trade deal, but what's to come?

With the EU Commission and the White House making contradictory claims about the content of the EU-US trade deal struck on Sunday, industry, markets and governments are eagerly awaiting the release of a 'joint statement' which is set to clarify commitments made on both sides of the Atlantic.

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Denmark’s migration reset sets the stage for EU-wide rethink

Denmark has reframed the debate on migration by adopting highly restrictive rules presented through the lens of progressive politics.

Poland's €45bn defence loan bid makes up third of EU total

More member states may decide to request loans before the formal deadline in late November.

Anthony Scaramucci Thanks 'Crypto Mom' Hester Pierce For 'Hard-Fought Contribution' After SEC Approves In-Kind Redemption For Bitcoin, Ethereum ETFs

Anthony Scaramucci, the founder of SkyBridge Capital, thanked pro-cryptocurrency SEC Commissioner Hester Pierce for her role in getting the agency to approve in-kind creations and redemptions for cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds.

European stockpile of USAID-funded contraceptives faces destruction

Contraceptives valued at $10 million stored in Europe face destruction following the closure of a key American aid agency, amid backlash from global health groups calling for redistribution.

EU fails to agree Israeli suspension from research fund over Gaza

EU member states could not rally the support necessary to suspend Israel from the Horizon Europe fund in response to the war in Gaza. The proposal needed a qualified majority of member states to pass it. But two of the largest countries - Germany and Italy - said they need…

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‘An accomplice’: Germany with history textbooks full of regrets is now blocking justice for Gaza

Wrong side of fascism, now wrong side of Gaza justice.

The battle over the EU's €2 trillion budget has begun

The European Commission has proposed a €2 trillion long-term budget which would controversially merge agricultural and cohesion funds. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen defended the move as effective, but critics have warned it could undermine rural and regional development.

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