Sweden bans government employees from using ChatGPT and Claude
Sweden’s government has blocked employees from using browser-based versions of ChatGPT and Claude over data processing security concerns. The ban took effect on 26 October 2026, according to Euronews. (EURONEWS)
EU approves €319 million state aid for Austrian chip factory
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The European Commission has approved Austria’s €319 million state-aid grant to Infineon Technologies to upgrade its semiconductor facility in Villach, Carinthia, into a next-generation production site. The project is described as the world’s first high-volume manufacturing facility for next-generation semiconductors, strengthening Europe’s strategic
EU lawmakers criticise Frontex social media surveillance mandate
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The European Commission proposes giving Frontex powers to monitor social media for content facilitating illegal border crossings, prompting criticism from lawmakers and civil society over free speech risks. The agency would apply for trusted flagger status under the Digital Services Act, raising concerns about due process and oversight. POLITICO reports.
We are missing a messenger
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Europeans run their families, their jobs, and their politics through chat apps, and almost none of those are built or owned in Europe. Why nobody leaves, why the EU’s law forcing WhatsApp open has barely been used, and how Europe could connect its islands of chat.
Protecting children without checking everyone
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The EU Kids Act goes after real harm to our children. But to get there, it would require proof of age before anyone opens an account on the largest platforms. But can't we protect children by changing the services instead?
Europe's place in the tech blocs: seven maps, the same territory
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In a volatile world, Europe's alliances form one technology at a time.
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Christian Triantafillou Schade— Digital pioneer, tech reporter, corporate revolutionary. Christian Triantafillou Schade covers Europe's push for digital sovereignty from the public record. He consults on process improvement and tooling.
