The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) is calling for uniform regulation in the digital sector. The focus: European standards, data security and the rapid implementation of the Data Act.
By Corinna Visser
The European High-Performance Computing initiative EuroHPC JU has selected seven locations for AI Factories. They are intended to strengthen Europe's innovative power in artificial intelligence.
By Corinna Visser
The VDMA is pushing for the ratification of the EU trade agreement with the Mercosur states. The association sharply criticized the conditions in China.
By Till Hoppe
Although the pro-German Donald Tusk is in power in Poland, relations between Berlin and Warsaw are not particularly close. CDU chancellor candidate Friedrich Merz wants to change this and is already seeking contact with Tusk.
By Stefan Braun
Contamination of European waters with PFAS compounds is widespread. The European Environment Agency points to gaps in the controls. It remains to be seen whether the EU will restrict the use of these barely degradable chemicals.
By Alex Veit
Following an extensive hacker attack, the USA sanctioned the Chengdu-based cybersecurity company Sichuan Silence Information Technology Company and its employee Guan Tianfeng. In April 2020, they allegedly planted malware on thousands of computers worldwide.
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Chinese archaeologists discover 3,000-year-old silk remains in Sanxingdui. They believe that the textiles were used in rituals to communicate between heaven and earth.
By Angela Köckritz
The party career of former Agriculture Minister Tang Renjian was already over. Now the 61-year-old is also in prison for corruption.
By Marcel Grzanna
The Chinese government imposes visa restrictions on American officials "who have behaved badly." This is Beijing's response to US sanctions in connection with the conviction of Hong Kong democracy activists.
By Angela Köckritz
In 2025, the climate research institute MCC will be integrated into PIK. This expansion will enable PIK to build up capacities for forward-looking topics.
By Lisa Kuner
