The EU Commission and the British media supervisory authority Ofcom want to cooperate in the monitoring of social media. A new administrative agreement covers areas of common interest.
By Corinna Visser
Following a self-assessment at the beginning of March, the Commission has now classified the booking platform Booking.com as a gatekeeper in line with the DMA. In another case, the Brussels authority is launching a market investigation.
By Corinna Visser
A Belgian company is to support the DR Congo's state mining company in the utilization of germanium. The agreement follows Congolese discontent over an EU agreement with Rwanda.
By Arne Schütte
If India and China were to pay compensation for a future coal phase-out similar to Western countries, the two largest coal consumers would face costs in the trillions.
By Nico Beckert
Rising temperatures apparently have greater impacts on the economy than previously believed. A new study has examined the effects of global temperature shocks – rather than local temperature changes – on economic development.
By Lukas Knigge
For Germany's transportation to roll climate-neutrally by 2045, swift investments are economically advantageous. Further delay risks the premature decommissioning of functional combustion engine vehicles.
By Alex Veit
The new forest condition survey for 2023 reveals a poor state of the forest – only every fifth tree is healthy. Here's why climate change is to blame for this situation.
By Fabian Löhe
For the first time, Russia's Constitutional Court is examining a climate lawsuit. The plaintiffs argue that inadequate climate action in the country violates various fundamental rights.
By Lisa Kuner
The first AI dialog between China and the USA takes place in Geneva. The US urges China to join a declaration regarding the use of artificial intelligence in connection with nuclear weapons.
By Michael Radunski
Europe is also dependent on Chinese EV batteries. A recent study shows that this does not have to be this way. Europe's companies have the technical capabilities to build up their own strong battery production.
By Michael Radunski
