Regulatory
Why hackers love Europe’s hospitals
Criminals are increasingly targeting highly valued health data, risking harm to patients.
Two visions of European finance clash at elite Italian banking gathering
There’s a new hope for the euro, but the dollar empire is striking back
Trump banking cop threatens global financial security, warns top US Democrat
The AI energy crunch: Meeting the data center surge
Q&A: Europe’s chance to shape the future of global trade
Inside the Franco-German plot to kill Europe’s ethical supply chain law
Trump adversaries see silver linings in his ‘monumental’ Supreme Court win
Class actions and other legal strategies may allow Trump’s opponents to keep pursuing broad blocks against at least some of his policies.
Brussels moves to tackle satellite junk in space
New space law dials up oversight amid warnings it’s ‘starting to look like a jungle up there.’
EU to loosen rules on cancer-causing chemicals in cosmetics
The leaked proposal also weakens rules on advertising hazardous chemicals. Consumer groups warned it was a health risk.
How CAP reform can secure Europe’s food future and set a global standard
Smart reform of the Common Agricultural Policy can transform the EU’s agrifood system for the better — delivering positive change for farmers, consumers, businesses and the planet.
Anti-Google groups petition EU to break up tech giant
Two separate petitions, accompanied by a protest, landed on DG Competition’s doorstep this morning.
CEE takes bold step into AI future with Action Plan
AI Chamber launches an ambitious regional AI Action Plan to boost AI innovation, unlock €100B in growth, and position CEE as Europe’s AI hub.
EU resurrects banking practice that caused the 2008 financial crisis
Securitization allows banks to repackage and resell debt, famously explained by actress Margot Robbie in a bubble bath in the film “The Big Short.”
EU countries sideline experts in dash to slash green rules
Diplomats warn that leaving experts out of policy discussions on simplifying green regulations will do more harm than good.
French equality minister launches war with Big Tech, flabbergasting digital ministry
Aurore Bergé’s public scolding of industry representatives left insiders shocked and sent Clara Chappaz scrambling to clean up the damage.
Trump administration prepares to ease big bank rules
The proposal would represent the latest policy win for the banking industry, which has been closely scrutinized since the 2008 global financial meltdown.
Insect-based pet food, the latest byproduct of EU bureaucracy
Insect producers say EU rules are choking their industry and driving it into financial ruin — with the environment paying the price.
Commission exempts 38,000 companies from 8 EU laws
The EU executive is creating a new category of “small mid-cap” companies as it continues a deregulation push.
Europe’s pharmaceutical industry is at a crossroads
As discussions on the General Pharmaceutical Legislation come to a head, Europe faces two choices: becoming a leader in innovative research, development and manufacturing, or losing its global standing.
Europe’s effort to block kids from social media gathers pace
Document obtained by POLITICO shows countries pushing for EU-wide controls to protect kids online.
Macron’s office immersed in major Perrier mineral water scandal
Senate report alleges Nestlé Waters lobbied the French government to make possible the sale of branded mineral water that circumvented stringent rules.
UK bets on Aussie-style pension revamp to boost ailing economy
Britain is trying to replicate Australia’s “super” pensions to boost the ailing economy. But time isn’t on Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ side.
US gets back to EU on trade war ― hinting at Trump’s willingness to find a deal
Letter is first positive concrete engagement from Washington since the two sides paused retaliatory tariffs.
How the Fuels Sector Supports Aviation’s Green Goals
Europe’s refiners are already delivering the sustainable aviation fuels needed to meet EU climate goals, and we are ready to do more. What we need now is collaboration over confrontation.
Why the EU pellet loss compromise is smart policymaking
Proposed plastics policy demonstrates a pragmatic, measured approach. Risk-based policy measures can deliver regulation that works in the real world, providing environmental protection without hindering industrial competitiveness.
Global financial rule-makers risk losing relevance if Trump pulls back entirely
Without the firepower of the U.S., global regulators would be hamstrung in their efforts to contain a future financial crisis.
Mediobanca rebels at Rome’s efforts to force it into a shotgun marriage
Counter-attack by Milan-based bank deals blow to plans for a ‘third pole’ in Italian banking.
Hungary on EU watchlist over surveillance at Pride
Budapest has opened the door to using AI facial recognition to identify LGBTQ+ protestors.
After EU fines, Big Tech wants Trump to swoop in
Two big penalties overseas could be just what the industry needed to get the White House’s attention. Will Trump now try to roll back European tech rules?
Is Serbia turning into an EU mining colony?
A Brussels-backed project to develop the lithium reserves needed to power electric vehicles is fueling political instability on the European Union’s doorstep.