Technology
What the EU Parliament’s AI Shutdown Should Teach Founders About Building Trusted Products
The AI-powered devices we use are not all built the same way – and the differences are no longer trivial.
Regulations
Growing a Business
The Pet Care Gold Rush Is in Europe—If Founders Can Handle the Complexity
Founders who succeed will be those who are willing to embrace complexity, earn trust, and build for long-term responsibility from day one—scaling within Europe’s constraints rather than trying to bypass them.
By Ayaz Ahmadov
Business News
Has the EU Missed the Boat on Big Tech Regulation? Vestager’s Impact and What’s Next.
Vestager's EU tenure was marked by bold action against big tech, but critics argue it stifled innovation and missed growth opportunities for Europe's digital future.
By Victor Dey
Technology
Without Clear and Consistent Rules, EU Risks Entrepreneurs Looking Elsewhere for AI Innovation
Getting AI in the EU right starts with clear regulatory standards.
By Mark Klekas
Building a Business
What Europe’s Digital Services Act Could Mean for Content Creator Entrepreneurs
The increased burden on compliance could stifle creativity amongst content creators, especially those without extensive support teams or legal resources.
Business News
The Fast Adoption of AI: A Close Look at Regulation in Europe
A round-up of proposed regulations that aim to protect EU citizens' safety and fundamental rights.
Business News
The EU’s New Agreement on Cryptocurrency Regulation May Pave the Way for a New Era of Open Banking
It comes at a time when fintechs are striving to incorporate more crypto solutions into their open banking setups.
Building a Business
If Your Business Relies Heavily on Facebook, You’ll Want to Keep an Eye on This
Meta threatened to pull out of Europe over possible regulations.
Business News
When Innovation Outpaces Regulation: 7 Steps to Becoming CE-marked
Here's what it was like working to create a new regulatory category.
Business News
Can Cryptocurrencies Gain Prominence in Europe Despite EU Jitters?
As the appeal of cryptocurrencies and uncertainty in the EU continue to grow, can digital currency strike an amicable relationship with Europe beyond all the red tape?
Business News
Never Heard of ‘eIDAS’? Here’s Why This Regulation Will Benefit Europe’s Cross-Border Economy
It is the common legal framework for trust services in the EU. Here is what you need to know about it.
Business News
British Airways Fined $229 Million for 2018 Data Breach
The fine is the largest ICO has levied against a company, far outweighing the £500,000 Facebook had to pay for the Cambridge Analytica scandal.
By Adam Smith
Business News
The U.K. Is Trying to Regulate the Internet: Here’s What It Means
The Online Harms White Paper could be a litmus test for tech regulation in the U.S., as the U.K. government attempts to balance oversight with modern web freedoms.
By Adam Smith
Business News
How the EU Is Cementing its Place as an Entrepreneurial Playground
The EU is diligently working on making Europe attractive to Entrepeneurs.
By Simon Moser
Business News
Europe’s Article 13 Copyright Rule Is a Transatlantic Trade War
Europe's Article 13 copyright rule is a finger in the eye to a set of American tech companies with which Europe has long been struggling.
By Sascha Segan
Business News
Google Fined $1.7 Billion Over a 3rd Breach of EU Antitrust Rules in 3 Years
European Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager said the latest fine was for 'illegal practices in search advertising brokering to cement its dominant market position.'
Business News
France Fines Google $57 Million Over Data Transparency
The country claims Google violated the GDPR with opaque policies.
By Jon Fingas
Business News
What Is Article 11, and Would It Help Businesses in the EU?
Two new possible laws that will change the landscape of the internet might have a big impact on you too.
Business News
EU Fines Google $5.1 Billion for Abuse of Power
Google's Android deals with smartphone manufacturers demanded they use Google's search bar and Chrome browser by default. According to European officials that breaks antitrust laws.
Business News
Uber Won Its License Back in London
But, Uber isn't out of the woods: The license lasts only 15 months, and Uber has to meet conditions from London's regulator.
By Shona Ghosh
Business News
Regulatory Issues to Bear In Mind When Expanding Your European Digital Business Globally
Are up prepared to comply with local laws and customs?