Poland's Creotech Instruments to boost satellite capacity tenfold by 2029
Polish satellite manufacturer Creotech Instruments plans to increase its production capacity tenfold by 2029, CEO Grzegorz Brona announced. The expansion aims to reduce Europe's reliance on US rockets for satellite launches, addressing strategic autonomy concerns in the space sector. (EURONEWS)
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Luxembourg-based Osavul secures €8.5M Series A to expand its AI-driven platform for detecting hybrid threats, including sabotage and disinformation. The funding, led by 33N Ventures, follows a case where Osavul’s system predicted a railway attack in Europe before it occurred. The startup plans to extend its
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Denmark grants public sector broad AI data processing rights
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Denmark's government approves a standing permit for public authorities to process personal data using artificial intelligence. Critics warn the move risks eroding protections against government intrusion into citizens' rights. (COMPUTERWEEKLY)
Denmark stands against critics of public sector AI plansPublic authorities to get standing permit to process personal
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Germany adopts age rules for social media ahead of d-you wallet launch
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Germany introduces interim guidelines prohibiting social media use for under-13s unless platforms are demonstrably child-friendly, with graduated restrictions for 13–18-year-olds. The rules align with the upcoming national digital identity wallet d-you, which will enable tokenised reusable age verification based on the EU Digital Identity
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China tightens AI export controls
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China plans to impose significant restrictions on artificial intelligence technology exports, a move that could limit Europe's access to advanced AI systems. The restrictions raise concerns about strategic autonomy and digital sovereignty for EU policymakers. (BRUSSELS TIMES)
China to heavily restrict AI export - The Brussels TimesChina to heavily
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French supermarkets hit by cyberattack disrupting refrigeration systems
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A cyberattack last week targeted refrigeration systems in French supermarkets, including Intermarché and Carrefour, forcing retailers to discard spoiled food. The incident prompted EU-level coordination and highlighted vulnerabilities in operational technology across Europe's food supply chain. France's Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu personally managed the response.
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Netherlands halts Microsoft 365 rollout over digital sovereignty
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The Dutch Tax and Customs Administration cancelled its Microsoft 365 cloud deployment due to digital sovereignty, security and encryption concerns. An on-premises email and calendar system will use Microsoft software, with open-source storage and collaboration tools planned for 2027–28. (ZDNET)
Dutch tax authorities cancel Microsoft 365 cloud
