Blockchains were once designed to prevent government intervention. However, the EU wants to do just that and faces the major challenge of regulating something that can hardly be regulated. Especially when it comes to processing personal data, a solution will be difficult.
By Redaktion Table
Although a Russian gas embargo has been looming for months, so far only a handful of EU states have signed solidarity agreements with their neighbors. Meanwhile, the German government is urging France and other countries to adopt technical standards that would facilitate cross-border gas flows.
By Manuel Berkel
With an eye on Poland and Hungary, the Minister of State for Europe and Climate at the German Foreign Office warns against compromising on EU principles because of the conflict with Russia. After weeks of blocking the oil embargo, Lührmann is now calling for a serious debate on the unanimity principle. Many member states are open to this, she says in an interview with Till Hoppe.
By Till Hoppe
The pandemic, the war in Ukraine: Europe is experiencing a historic moment whose scope should not be underestimated, writes Henning Vöpel. In today's Opinion, the cep director outlines the enormous challenges facing the EU these days.
By Redaktion Table
