According to political theorist Tom Parr, only some will find themselves out of a job thanks to AI – but many more of us will have to accommodate its new role in our own work. Our newsfeeds are filled with talk about the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in software such as ChatGPT and […]
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EU regions where more women are employed in the high-tech industry
High-technology sectors are considered key drivers of economic growth and productivity and often provide well-paid employment opportunities. In 2022, there were 9.8 million people employed in high-technology sectors across the EU, corresponding to 4.9% of the EU’s total employment. The gender representation in this sector sees men accounting for just over two-thirds (67.2%) of the total. […]
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Two EU-funded researchers win 2023 Nobel Prize in Physics
Ferenc Krausz and Anne L’Huillier earn recognition for their pioneering work in the field of electron dynamics in matter, joining the growing list of EU-backed researchers to win a Nobel Prize. EU-funded scientists Prof. Dr Krausz and Prof. L’Huillier have won the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physics “for experimental methods that generate attosecond pulses of […]
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Spanish Presidency debriefs EP committees on priorities
Ministers are holding a series of meetings in parliamentary committees to present the priorities of the Spanish Presidency of the Council. Committee on Culture and Education On 7 September, acting Minister for Education and Vocational Training Pilar Alegría said the presidency will focus on educational responses to support Ukraine, ambitious implementation of the European Education […]
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Spain, among the top countries in terms of funding for cutting-edge research projects
The European Research Council (ERC) announced the 37 scientific teams that will receive a total of €395 million to solve research problems that are so complex that they cannot be solved by working alone. Synergy grants support projects by leading researchers in different countries who join forces to tackle highly complex research problems. A total […]
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New EU rules needed to prevent digital platforms from becoming so addictive
MEPs raise alarm over the addictive design features of certain digital services and call for fostering ethical design by default. On Wednesday, the Internal Market and Consumer Protection Committee adopted a draft report (with 38 votes in favour, none against and 1 abstention) warning of the addictive nature of certain digital services, such as online […]
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Do you know what the EU has done to promote and support the development and use of clean technologies?
In a Communication adopted, the Commission is setting out what the EU has done to promote and support the development and deployment of clean technologies, by reinforcing the Single Market, ensuring a level-playing field, supporting research and innovation, expanding its network of trade agreements, and mitigating the impact of external developments. It also looks at first […]
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New EU rules for financial services contracts
The Council has adopted a directive concerning financial services contracts concluded at a distance. This is the last step in the decision-making procedure. The text adopted simplifies existing legislation, increases consumer protection, and creates a level playing field for financial services concluded online, via telephone or through other forms of remote marketing. Today we adapt EU rules […]
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10 ways EU Space helps fight global hunger
The world’s population is growing, meaning there’s more mouths to feed. With climate change wreaking havoc on global food supply chains, doing so in a sustainable manner becomes increasingly difficult. That’s why initiatives like the World Food Day are so critical. Celebrated every 16 October, World Food Day puts the spotlight on the importance of […]
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