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Chips Act: Europe's bet

The EU Commission wants to put Europe at the forefront of the semiconductor industry. Those who invest here can hope for massive subsidies – but at the same time must enter into far-reaching commitments. There is criticism from within the industry.

By Till Hoppe

Biodiversity: binding targets instead of voluntary commitments

In addition to the climate crisis, species extinction also poses an existential threat to humans, and the conservation status of nature continues to deteriorate. Even before the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP15) in May, the EU wants to launch a renaturation law. Jutta Paulus, MEP and environmental expert of the Green Party, calls for a shift from voluntary commitments to more politically binding measures.

By Redaktion Table

Meta threatens to end its services in the EU

Facebook's parent company Meta has announced that its services, such as Facebook and Instagram, may have to shut down in Europe. This has led to joy, but also to frown lines in Europe and demands of the EU Commission. However, Meta's message could have been intended for a completely different addressee.

By Falk Steiner