The Commission published its fourth State of Schengen report, reviewing developments over the past year and setting priorities for the year ahead. 40 years since its creation shows that the Schengen area has brought profound benefits to the EU and its citizens. It is the backbone for the EU’s internal market and facilitates the lives …
The Commission is presenting a proposal to integrate the landmark international Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction’ (BBNJ) Agreement, which aims to protect the ocean, tackle environmental degradation, fight climate change, and curb biodiversity loss, into EU law. This will also help the Member States with the implementation in their national systems. Signed by the President of the European Commission, …
The Commission invites stakeholders to bring their practical experience to shape clear, accessible EU rules on general-purpose AI (GPAI) models in a targeted consultation that will contribute to the upcoming Commission guidelines. The guidelines will clarify key concepts underlying the provisions in the AI Act on GPAI models. Upcoming guidelines will give detailed explanations on …
The Commission adopted its second Digital Markets Act (‘DMA’) annual report. The report describes the measures taken from January to December 2024 to ensure effective enforcement of the DMA and achieving fairness and contestability in the internal market’s digital sector. These measures include the adoption of further designation decisions, regulatory dialogues with gatekeepers and third parties …
The European Chips Act is the EU’s strategic plan to strengthen its ability to design and produce semiconductors – crucial components found in everything from smartphones to cars. It is part of the EU’s policy response to global challenges in semiconductor technologies: with Europe heavily reliant on suppliers from other regions, the Chips Act aims to aims to …
The Commission has opened four new calls worth €140 million under the Digital Europe Programme (DIGITAL) to advance the roll out of Artificial Intelligence (AI), promote advanced digital skills, expand the network of European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs) and fight disinformation. Of these €140 million, €55 million is being made available to introduce generative AI …
EISMEA has launched a call for tenders on Access to expertise and training through EIC Tech to Market training programme and venture building activities. This tender aims to support EIC-funded projects and beneficiaries, entities eligible for EIC Transition projects, and Seal of Excellence holders (including STEP Seal holders) through the provision of targeted expertise, with a special focus …
The European Commission has launched a call for applications for the selection of new members for the European Innovation Council (EIC) Board, a high-level expert group advising on breakthrough innovation in Europe. The EIC Board plays a crucial role in shaping the EIC’s strategy, overseeing the implementation of its funding programmes, and providing recommendations to enhance …
The Commission has launched a call for evidence to gather input for the upcoming Strategy to support medical countermeasures against public health threats. The strategy, announced by President Ursula von der Leyen in her political guidelines and included in the Preparedness Union Strategy, will identify key measures to further accelerate innovation and supply of medical countermeasures. Medical countermeasures encompass vaccines, therapeutics, …
Provisional agreement reached last night between the European Parliament and the Council on the Commission’s proposal to regulate and prevent microplastic pollution from plastic pellets, across the value chain. The Commission welcomes the provisional agreement reached last night between the European Parliament and the Council on the Commission’s proposal to regulate and prevent microplastic pollution from plastic …