EU Lawmakers Demand Meta to Abandon ‘Pay or Be Tracked’ Tactic
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by Simona Mazzeo
1M ago
EU lawmakers urge Meta to drop its controversial ‘pay or be tracked’ approach, citing concerns over privacy and data protection. Meta is encountering a call from lawmakers in the European Union to dump its controversial “consent or pay” tactic on … Read more ..read more
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Belgium’s Bold Move: Securing Government Communications
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by Lucas Kornexl
1M ago
Belgium introduces Belgian Secure Communications (BSC) to shield government communication from hacking, and espionage, ensuring confidentiality and national security. Ministers, top officials and diplomats will gain new secured smartphones and laptops to contain external hacking and eavesdropping or transmission being … Read more ..read more
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EU Approves Landmark Corporate Accountability Law for Supply Chains
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by Simona Mazzeo
1M ago
On Friday, EU member states voted in favour of a milestone new law mandating companies to review supply chains for dodgy environmental and labour practices. MEPs and government officials hit a tentative agreement on the corporate sustainability due diligence directive, … Read more ..read more
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European Commission Allocates €500 Million to Enhance Ammunition Production Capacity in Firms
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by Simona Mazzeo
1M ago
EU Commission dispenses €500M to improve ammunition production, aid Ukraine, and bolster EU defence, with additional funding for innovation and procurement. The European Commission on Friday declared 500 million euros in financing awards to European companies to increase ammunition production … Read more ..read more
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Taliban’s Violations of Women’s and Girls’ Rights in Afghanistan
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by Lailuma Sadid
1M ago
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), European Parliament Adopts Resolutions Addressing Human Rights Crisis in Afghanistan, the resolution was adopted by 513 votes in favor, 9 against, and 24 abstentions. On Thursday, the European Parliament took a decisive step in addressing the … Read more ..read more
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Road safety experts hit out at EU parliament vote
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by Martin Banks
1M ago
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), Campaigners say the European Parliament is supporting the expansion in the number of extra-long and extra-heavy lorries on EU roads. They say this poses “serious potential consequences for road safety.” The parliament this week voted on … Read more ..read more
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Amidst shadow and light: a call for unity on the International Day to Combat Islamophobia
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by Hania Chalal
1M ago
France (Brussels Morning Newspaper), As the first light of dawn pierces the darkness, the International Day to Combat Islamophobia emerges not merely as a date on our calendars but as a profound call to action. With the European Parliamentary Elections … Read more ..read more
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Belgian’s Military Confronts Sexism, Racism, and Extremism: Defense Minister Pledges Strong Response
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by Lucas Kornexl
1M ago
Belgium’s defense minister announces disbandment of a unit amid violence and harassment concerns, emphasizing zero tolerance for discrimination and extremism. A unit of about 30 soldiers of  Belgium’s armed forces will be disassembled because of serious matters of violence and … Read more ..read more
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European Council Enhances Firearms Regulation: Targeting Trafficking, Facilitating Legitimate Use
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by Simona Mazzeo
1M ago
EU updates firearm rules to curb trafficking, enhance traceability, and streamline legal processes, balancing security measures with support for legitimate use. Today, The European Council and the Parliament locked a provisional arrangement on revised EU rules on the import, export, … Read more ..read more
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European Commission Initiates Inquiry into AliExpress for Potential DSA Violations
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by Simona Mazzeo
1M ago
EU Commission investigates AliExpress for potential breaches of Digital Services Act obligations, focusing on content moderation and consumer protection concerns. The European Commission has unlocked formal proceedings to evaluate whether AliExpress may have violated the Digital Services Act (DSA) in … Read more ..read more
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