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Tánaiste calls for ‘balance’ in privacy and AI advancement

It has been reported that the European Commission has put forward proposals to ease regulations for the use of personal data for AI systems.

Evening Standard · Sep 21

EU moves to curb energy and water for data centres

The European Commission has unveiled new sustainability rules aimed at monitoring water and energy consumption of energy-hungry data centres - although minimum performance rules will only be introduced in 2027.

Euronews · Sep 21

Ireland backs 'ambitious' new EU taxes as budget talks intensify

The Irish government, which is chairing member-state discussions on the EU’s long-term budget, will present an “ambitious” draft text featuring proposals for new EU taxes.

Euronews · Sep 21

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Biocon arm gets positive EMA panel recommendation for breast cancerbiosimilar Pebrilzo

Biocon Biologics has received a positive recommendation from the European Medicines Agency’s CHMP for its Pertuzumab biosimilar, Pebrilzo, for HER2-positive breast cancer. The European Commission will take the final decision on marketing authorisation across the EU.

The Economic Times · Sep 21

‘A disaster’ – Merz’s migraine-triggering electoral defeat

Good morning. Angela Skujins on newsletter duties this week, with our attention split between Germany, the United States and Belgium this Monday morning. Let's go.

Euronews · Sep 21

Brussels to keep ban on Arctic oil and gas drilling despite Norwegian pressure

Euronews has learned that the European Commission will maintain its ban on new oil and gas drilling in the Arctic, ahead of the 20 October announcement of its revamped Northern Neighbourhood strategy.

Euronews · Sep 21

EU fuel prices hit records as ECB experts see diesel margins peak in October

EU petrol and diesel prices hit record highs this week, according to the European Commission. Refining margins—the cost of turning crude oil into fuel—are partly to blame, and prices could remain elevated as ECB experts tell Euronews that diesel margins are expected to peak only in October.

Euronews · Sep 19

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Ursula von der Leyen’s sixth State of the Union speech: A grand sweep, but thin on details?

In this episode, we debrief one of the key annual events in the EU calendar: the State of the Union speech. It was Ursula von der Leyen’s sixth such address as President of the European Commission, and the second State of the Union speech of her second mandate.

France 24 · Sep 18

EU waste proposal would ban India from importing bloc's metal scrap

India will face import restrictions on EU metal waste starting May 2027. The European Commission proposed this new law, affecting aluminium scrap shipments. This move follows the Commission abandoning a previous export duty plan on aluminium scrap. Thirty-two non-OECD nations applied for exemptions for non-hazardous waste categories. Exemptions require proof…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

What might Canada’s EU ‘associate membership’ look like, and is it even a possibility?

In a speech to the European Parliament, Canadian prime minister Mark Carney declared that “Europe and Canada are stronger together”. He also backed an offer made by the president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, one day earlier for Canada to become the first “associate member” of the…

The Conversation · Sep 18

EU weighs windfall taxes on energy firms amid growing economic strain

EU ministers meeting in Dublin on Friday and Saturday are considering a windfall tax on energy companies, as price volatility continues to destabilise the economic outlook.

Euronews · Sep 18

Europeans Joke 'Don't Bring Your Tipping Culture' as Canada Could Become EU's First 'Associate Member'

The EU has proposed Canada as its first associate member, opening talks on closer ties while an online joke about Canadian tipping culture goes viral.

International Business Times UK · Sep 18

EU opens door to ‘associate membership’ for Canada, but the concept does not yet exist

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed associate membership for Canada. This offer aims to forge a new partnership between the EU and Canada. While the concept is undefined, it signals a shift in international alliances. Canada welcomed the idea, focusing on concrete substance and mutual benefits. This development…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

Energy crunch and inflationary fears loom over EU finance talks

Hello, this is Mared Gwyn holding the newsletter pen in Brussels. This morning: Eurozone finance ministers gather amid mounting economic pressures, and EU ambassadors make another push to break the Russia sanctions deadlock.

Euronews · Sep 18

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International Business Times UK · Sep 17

EU Kids Act Would Require Social Media Firms To Pay a Fee To Fund Enforcement Costs

The European Commission has proposed charging certain online platforms to help fund supervision of new child safety rules, including age restrictions, parental controls and limits on harmful design features.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 17

'Europe and Canada stronger together,' Canadian PM says amid Trump tariff threats

THE Canadian Prime Minister has said “Europe and Canada are stronger together” after US president Donald Trump said allowing the country to be…

The Times of India · Sep 17

EU moves to ban social media for under-13s, tighten rules for teenagers

The European Commission has proposed banning children under 13 from using social media across the European Union and restricting access for older teenagers under a new EU Kids Act, European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen announced on Thursday.

Euronews · Sep 17

Is curtailing AI an illusion for the EU, despite von der Leyen's pledge?

The European Commission president's vision of Europe shaping the AI race has drawn a mixed response from MEPs, with sceptics noting that most of the world's leading AI developers are based outside Europe.

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Euronews · Sep 17

EU defence chief says a ‘painful response’ to Russian hybrid threats is needed

Senior Baltic European Commissioners tell Euronews they are supportive of Ursula von der Leyen’s bold plans to turbocharge European defence, from a "painful" anti-hybrid warfare playbook to a new political security group.

France 24 · Sep 17

Europe and Canada are 'strong, even stronger together', Carney tells European Parliament

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the European Parliament on Thursday, welcoming the ambition for Canada to become an EU associate member. "Canada and Europe are stronger, even stronger together," he said, a day after US President Donald Trump threatened new tariffs and to cut trade ties with the EU…

Euronews · Sep 17

Bringing EU and Canada closer is 'not against any third country', MEP David McAllister says

European People's Party MEP David McAllister said the European Union's relationship with Canada is "very unique". He believes European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen wants to take it "to the next level" after offering Ottawa a tailor-made status of "associate membership".

France 24 · Sep 17

Trump threatens EU with tariffs over 'laughable' Canada association plan

US President Donald Trump has threatened steep tariffs on the European Union if it goes ahead with a proposal to make Canada its first "associate member", a move he described as a possible "hostile act". Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney, who is due to address the European Parliament on Thursday,…

Euronews · Sep 17

EU plan to make Canada an 'associate member' draws Trump’s ire

Good morning. This is Vincenzo Genovese writing from the corridors of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, which are slowly filling up ahead of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s highly-anticipated speech at 11.30.

The Economic Times · Sep 17

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become the bloc's 1st associate member

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the European Union’s first associate member, as Ottawa seeks closer ties with Europe amid deteriorating relations with the United States. The proposed partnership would expand cooperation beyond trade into defence, technology, energy, critical minerals, AI, cybersecurity and economic security.

The Times of India · Sep 17

'Hostile act': Trump livid as EU mulls making Canada its first 'associate member'

The proposal comes as Canada looks to reduce its dependence on the United States following Trump's tariffs and repeated remarks about making Canada the 51st US state. Von der Leyen said the EU and Canada would build on their existing free trade agreement, known as CETA, through a wider partnership…

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