Tehran: Iran has agreed to restart nuclear talks with France, Germany, and Britain—collectively known as the E3—this Friday in Istanbul, Iranian state broadcaster Press TV. Earlier reports indicated that the parties had tentatively agreed to meet next week, but no specific details were provided. The upcoming negotiations come amid heightened tensions after Israel’s surprise attack … Read more
The European Union (EU) has officially lifted its four-year ban on Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) and other operators, allowing them to resume flights to European destinations. The ban, imposed in 2020, stemmed from concerns about the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority’s (PCAA) compliance with international safety standards, particularly its certification and oversight of air operators. Over … Read more
The previous record was set on July 24, 2023, with a daily median temperature of 28.71°C. Previous heatwaves have decimated about 50 species, including corals and mollusks. The Mediterranean region is a climate change hotspot. Spanish researchers reported on Friday that the Mediterranean Sea reached its highest temperature on record on Thursday, surpassing the previous … Read more
The group called APT28, steered by Russia’s military intelligence service, was responsible for the attack. The EU’s Council also stated that the cyber campaign targeted Czechia’s institutions. Baerbock is currently visiting Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji, focusing on security policy. On Friday, Germany’s top diplomat declared that Russia would face consequences after accusing its military … Read more
EU plans €500M fine on Apple for alleged competition law violations. Apple accused of distorting music streaming competition through App Store rules. European Commission claims Apple’s practices harm fair competition and consumers. European Union is reportedly preparing to levy a substantial €500 million ($539 million) fine on tech giant Apple (AAPL.O) for alleged breaches of … Read more
Apple opens EU app distribution, bypassing App Store. iPhone devs can use alternatives, avoiding Apple’s payments from March. Epic Games’ CEO Tim Sweeney questions legality under Digital Markets Act. In a strategic move to comply with the new Digital Markets Act (DMA) imposed by the European Union, Apple unveiled its plans on Thursday to allow … Read more
The incident occurred amid a dispute over Madrid’s decision to provide medical treatment. The court suspended the repatriation of a group of unaccompanied minors. The leftist government argued that a 2007 bilateral agreement with Morocco. Spain’s Supreme Court ruled on Monday that authorities had violated the law by deporting unaccompanied child migrants to Morocco following … Read more
EU antitrust regulators are considering vetoing Amazon’s $1.4 billion acquisition. Amazon’s decision not to address the warnings from the European Commission. A potential veto could set a precedent for future Amazon acquisitions. European Union (EU) antitrust regulators are contemplating a veto on Amazon’s proposed $1.4 billion acquisition of iRobot, a prominent robot vacuum maker, according … Read more
EU may block Amazon’s $1.4B iRobot deal. Amazon ignored warnings, risking stifled competition in the EU. Decision by Feb. 14 could set stricter rules for Amazon in the EU. European Union’s antitrust regulators are poised to block Amazon’s proposed $1.4 billion acquisition of robot vacuum maker iRobot, according to three individuals familiar with the matter. … Read more
Intel’s EU antitrust battle advances: Regulator’s analysis faulted. Intel’s rebate case: $1.2 billion fine overturned, awaiting CJEU decision. CJEU adviser: Recommends dismissing grounds in Intel’s appeal. Ruling imminent. Intel, the U.S. chipmaker, received a boost in its fight against a massive 1.06 billion euro ($1.2 billion) fine imposed by the European Union (EU). The case, … Read more
China limits AI in research funding for ethical conduct. AI-generated content can’t be listed as a co-author, addressing authorship concerns. Research using AI must be clearly labeled for transparency. Chinese government has issued new guidelines restricting the direct utilization of generative AI technology in the application process for research funding and approval. The Guidelines for … Read more
X, Musk’s platform, failed to block CA’s content moderation law. The law requires reports on objectionable posts, dismissed by Judge Shubb. X faces ad revenue decline and EU scrutiny. In a major blow to social media giants, Elon Musk’s X Corp. failed to block a California law requiring platforms to disclose their content moderation practices. … Read more
EU Foreign Ministers discussed middle east crisis. Ukraine aid remains top priority, but EU attention shifts to Mideast conflict. France and Belgium announce their own restrictions on settlers. On Monday, the foreign ministers of the European Union deliberated over potential measures to address the crisis in the Middle East. These measures included a financial crackdown … Read more
Strict transparency measures, including technical documentation, compliance with copyright law. Restricted to specific cases and explicitly banned for certain uses. Right to complaint and explanation, with hefty fines for violations. European Union (EU) reached a provisional deal on Friday to enact comprehensive regulations governing artificial intelligence (AI), positioning itself as a global standard setter. After nearly … Read more
EU finalizes historic AI regulations. High-risk AI under strict oversight. Bans on sensitive biometrics, facial image scraping, emotion recognition, and AI manipulation. European Union policymakers and lawmakers reached a consensus on Friday to establish the world’s first comprehensive set of regulations governing the use of artificial intelligence (AI). The rules, applicable to a wide array … Read more
Azerbaijan cleared a major obstacle to hosting COP29. Decision the on next COP host is expected before COP28 ends in Dubai. The EU is still undecided about supporting Azerbaijan. Notwithstanding the controversy surrounding COP28 being held in the oil-rich United Arab Emirates, the Petro-state Azerbaijan has cleared a major obstacle to hosting the UN climate … Read more
EU may exempt open-source AI models from AI Act regulations. Exemption recognizes the unique nature of open-source development. Outcome of deliberations will set a precedent for AI regulations globally. European Union (EU) may carve out exemptions for open-source AI models from stringent regulations outlined in the AI Act. The draft rules, initially proposed by the … Read more
EU agrees on AI regulations for ChatGPT and similar models. Biometric surveillance and source code access still debated. Open-source AI licenses exempted from most regulations. European Union lawmakers and governments reached provisional terms for the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) systems, including advanced models like ChatGPT. The agreement, a significant step toward finalizing comprehensive rules … Read more
