EU backs gaming sector with digital support measures
The European Union announces plans to provide digital support for the gaming industry, focusing on consumer protection and safety. The initiative aims to address regulatory challenges while strengthening the sector's strategic role in Europe's digital economy. (BRUSSELS TIMES)
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Poland reports widespread GPS disruptions across sectors
PolandNews
Poland's National Institute of Telecommunications reports GPS malfunctions affecting phones, drones and ships, attributing the issue to electronic warfare activity in the Baltic Sea region. The disruptions highlight vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure reliant on satellite navigation systems. (EURONEWS)
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ECB advances Pontes and Appia projects for tokenised asset market
Government and publicPayment and bankingNews
The European Central Bank is accelerating plans to create an integrated European market for tokenised assets through its Pontes and Appia projects, aiming to reduce fragmentation in capital markets. Cipollone highlighted risks from incompatible platforms and announced Pontes will launch this year with 22.5-hour daily operations, expanding to
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Ireland proposes €1 billion fund-of-funds for startups
IrelandNews
The Irish Venture Capital and Private Equity Association urges the government to mobilise €1 billion in private institutional capital for homegrown startups through a fund-of-funds model inspired by Denmark’s Dansk Vækstkapital. The proposal, part of the IVCA’s Pre-Budget Submission 2027, aims to reduce dependence on
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French SpaceTech startup ArcSpace raises over €2 million for satellite repair tech
FranceNews
French SpaceTech startup ArcSpace secures over €2 million in funding to develop in-orbit satellite repair technology using electron beam welding. The round was led by DEPO Ventures and includes SCE Freiraum Ventures, IRDI Capital Investissement, and a French Business Angels network. The technology aims to extend satellite lifespans and
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Draghi and Collison launch Rhine Group to boost Europe’s competitiveness
ItalyNews
Former ECB president Mario Draghi and Stripe co-founder Patrick Collison co-chair the Rhine Group, a new forum uniting economists, executives and officials to turn Europe’s competitiveness debate into actionable reforms. The initiative, which includes Italian members like ION Group’s Andrea Pignataro and former Vodafone CEO Vittorio
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Ireland’s medieval law blocks Big Tech class actions in Europe
IrelandNews
An Irish law from 1634, prohibiting third-party funding of lawsuits, is preventing non-profits from launching class actions against Big Tech firms in Europe. The restriction, rooted in medieval concepts of maintenance and champerty, limits collective redress under the EU’s 2020 Representative Actions Directive. Ireland is the only
