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Artificial intelligence company Anthropic is in ongoing discussions with the European Commission regarding its range of AI models, including cybersecurity-focused systems that are not yet available in the European Union, according to the Commission. A spokesperson for the European Commission confirmed that the U.S.-based company has engaged......
The European Commission has awarded a €180 million ($212 million) contract for sovereign cloud services to four European technology providers, reinforcing the European Union’s efforts to strengthen digital sovereignty and reduce reliance on non-European cloud infrastructure. The six-year contract was granted to Luxembourg’s......
Maroc Telecom has engaged in high-level discussions with the European Commission to deepen cooperation on digital sovereignty, a key issue shaping global technology strategies. The meeting brought together Mohamed Benchaaboun and Henna Virkkunen on the sidelines of a major technology event, where they explored shared challenges related to......
Emerging and developing economies across Europe and Central Asia are expected to experience slower growth this year, according to a new assessment by the World Bank. The report highlights the impact of rising energy prices, driven in part by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which have disrupted global supply and increased costs for......
European energy shares declined sharply following a significant drop in oil prices after a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran eased geopolitical tensions. Major companies including Equinor, BP, Shell, Eni, and TotalEnergies recorded notable losses as markets reacted to the sudden shift in outlook. The ceasefire reduced......
Stellantis is reportedly in advanced discussions with Chinese automaker Leapmotor to jointly develop a new electric SUV under the Opel brand, according to sources familiar with the matter. The potential collaboration reflects a broader trend in the global automotive industry, where established manufacturers are increasingly partnering with......
The world is facing an unprecedented energy crisis as disruptions to oil and gas supplies continue to intensify, raising concerns about global economic stability and inflation. According to the head of the International Energy Agency (IEA), the current situation represents one of the most severe energy shocks in modern history. The crisis......
European Central Bank (ECB) policymaker Yannis Stournaras stated on Monday that the euro zone’s monetary policy will largely depend on the magnitude and duration of energy supply disruptions caused by the conflict in Iran. Speaking at the annual shareholders meeting of the Bank of Greece in Athens, Stournaras said that if the recent......
A coalition of European investors led by the activist shareholder group Follow This is pressuring BP to maintain its climate-reporting commitments. The investors are urging shareholders to oppose plans to rescind climate-related decisions adopted in 2015 and 2019, which required BP to report on emissions and link executive pay to climate performance. The......
Amundi, Europe’s largest asset manager, announced on Wednesday the appointment of Claire Cornil as its new chief operating officer, effective immediately. Cornil will also become a member of Amundi’s general management committee, playing a central role in overseeing the firm’s operations and strategic initiatives across......
Manufacturing activity in the euro zone expanded in March at its fastest pace in nearly four years, according to the latest Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI). However, analysts caution that this apparent rebound is partly driven by supply chain disruptions rather than strong underlying demand. The PMI rose above the key threshold of......
The European Central Bank (ECB) has expressed reservations بشأن the professional background of the candidate proposed to lead Monte dei Paschi di Siena (MPS), according to a source familiar with the matter. The concerns focus on whether the nominee has sufficient banking experience to head one of Italy’s major lenders. The candidate,......
Europe’s top aviation safety regulator has expressed growing concern over risks to air travel as ongoing conflicts, particularly in the Middle East, continue to disrupt traditional flight paths. According to officials, the reduction in available air corridors has led to increased congestion in the remaining open airspace, raising the......
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GITEX Africa: The New Frontiers Of African Innovation
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