When the TV stations broadcasted the first official projections related to the French elections on the evening of July 7 at 8 p.m., the surprise, and in some cases relief, was widespread, not only in France but across much of Europe. The RN, winner of the first round, had slipped to third place, increasing the […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 2 minutes The European Agency for Health and Digital (HADEA) under the Single Market Programme (SMP) launched a call with the aim of tackling food waste by consumers. The call supports EU stakeholders in the sector in adopting actions aimed to tackle consumer food waste (both at home and outside […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 5 minutes The recent global semiconductor shortage has unveiled Europe’s dependence on foreign suppliers, primarily from Asia, leading to significant disruptions across various industries such as automotive, healthcare, and energy. This vulnerability highlighted the urgent need for Europe to fortify its semiconductor supply chain and enhance technological self-sufficiency to ensure […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 5 minutes The global semiconductor shortage has highlighted Europe’s critical dependency on foreign suppliers, particularly from Asia. This disruption has affected numerous industries, from automotive to healthcare, emphasizing the urgent need for the European Union to enhance its technological sovereignty and secure its semiconductor supply chain. As Europe embarks on […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 3 minutes The CHIPS for Europe Initiative represents the first pillar of the European Chips Act. It aims to advance semiconductor technologies in Europe, promoting innovation and competitiveness in the field, with an expected total budget of €15.8 billion until 2030. The Chips for Europe Initiative aims to achieve the […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 3 minutes The semiconductor industry already plays a crucial role in the global economy and will remain a critical asset for future developments in all the most critical areas of digital and AI-related innovation. Thus, semiconductors are a key feature for the European Union and its member states. From such […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 4 minutes The European semiconductor industry can become a fundamental tool to power the innovation process while achieving social objectives. Today, it appears clearly that semiconductors, the key element behind modern technology and future developments in areas such as artificial intelligence, are crucial for Europe’s digital competitiveness. Still, Europe’s semiconductor […]
The European Chips Act, which came into effect in September 2023, “strengthens Europe’s competitiveness and resilience in semiconductor technologies and applications and will contribute to both the digital and green transitions.” The goal is to create conditions for the development of a robust and advanced industrial sector in semiconductor technology in Europe, attract investments, promote […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 5 minutes The EPP’s dominance in the forthcoming elections is expected to lead to more stringent migration policies, focusing on tightening borders and increasing security measures. With Ursula von der Leyen likely to continue as the President-designate of the European Commission, there is an anticipated shift towards a more conservative […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 5 minutes The 2024 European Parliament election, held from June 6 to 9, represents a crucial turning point in the economic and financial landscape of the European Union, marking a decisive shift to the right with the European People’s Party (EPP) emerging as the dominant force in the European Parliament. […]
