European Business Summit 2026 to Put Strategic Independence and Competitiveness at Centre of Brussels Debate
Europe’s industrial competitiveness, economic security and investment priorities will dominate the European Business Summit on 17–18 November, as policymakers and business leaders examine whether the EU can strengthen its strategic independence without undermining international trade and growth.
European Research & Innovation Days 2026 to Confront Europe’s Technological Competitiveness Challenge
The European Commission’s flagship research conference returns to Brussels on 10–11 November, bringing together policymakers, scientists and business leaders to examine how Europe can translate research excellence into industrial competitiveness, technological sovereignty and investment.
EU Backs 43 Breakthrough Research Projects to Develop Next-Generation Technologies
The European Innovation Council has selected 43 research projects involving 218 organisations across 30 countries, supporting technologies ranging from quantum computing and advanced manufacturing to medical treatments and climate-resilient agriculture.
EU Agrees Carbon Market Changes to Reduce Price Volatility for European Industry
European lawmakers have reached a provisional agreement to modify the EU emissions trading system’s market stability reserve, seeking to make carbon allowances more predictable while maintaining the framework for reducing industrial emissions.
EU Reaches Deal on Securitisation Reform to Expand Bank Lending and Investment
European lawmakers have reached a provisional agreement to simplify securitisation rules, seeking to release bank capital for new lending while retaining safeguards introduced after the global financial crisis.
European Hydrogen Week Opens in Brussels as Industry Confronts Investment and Demand Challenges
European Hydrogen Week 2026 will bring policymakers, energy companies, investors and technology developers to Brussels from 26 to 30 October, with discussions concentrating on the commercial deployment of hydrogen technologies.
EU Proposes Changes to GDPR, Cookie Consent and Cybersecurity Reporting Rules
EU governments have agreed a negotiating position on reforms to Europe’s digital legislation, proposing changes to data protection compliance, online tracking and incident reporting that could affect thousands of businesses.
EU Selects 46 Critical Raw Materials Projects to Strengthen European Supply Chains
The European Commission has approved a new group of strategic mining, processing and recycling projects across 16 member states, seeking to reduce Europe’s dependence on imported minerals used in batteries, industrial machinery and advanced technologies.
Eurozone Inflation Rises to 3.8% as Energy Costs Increase Pressure on Business
Inflation in the euro area accelerated sharply in September, driven largely by higher energy prices, increasing pressure on companies already facing expensive credit, uncertain demand and rising operating costs.
EU Moves Towards Single Company Law Framework to Help Businesses Expand Across Europe
The Council of the European Union has agreed its position on EU Inc., a proposed corporate framework allowing businesses to register online within two days and operate under a common legal structure across the single market.
EU enlargement: how the next phase could affect Ukraine, Moldova and the Western Balkans
The European Commission is preparing proposals on how the EU could manage future enlargement. A reported draft includes phased integration before membership and possible safeguards for new members, raising questions about rights, reforms and the Union’s decision-making. The European Commission is expected to present a package on enlargement in early October. A draft reported on […]
Political advertising in the EU: what changed, and what organisations should check
Since 10 October 2025, EU-wide rules have required political advertisements to identify their sponsors and disclose key information about their funding and targeting. The first step for organisations is deciding whether a communication qualifies as political advertising. The EU Regulation on the transparency and targeting of political advertising has applied in full since 10 October […]
