Romania and Bulgaria partially join Europe’s Schengen travel zone, but checks at land borders remain

Romania and Bulgaria partially join Europe’s Schengen travel zone, but checks at land borders remain

SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Romania and Bulgaria partially joined Europe’s ID-check-free travel zone on Sunday, marking a new step in the two countries’ integration with the European Union. After years of negotiations to join the Schengen area, there is now free access for travelers arriving by air or sea from both countries. However, land border … Read more

Donald Tusk wins parliament’s backing to be new Polish PM – POLITICO

Donald Tusk wins parliament’s backing to be new Polish PM – POLITICO

After nine years out of power, Donald Tusk is back — securing the support of the Polish parliament on Monday evening to head a new government. The vote was 248 in favor and 201 against, cementing his return nearly two months after a coalition of opposition parties led by the former European Council president delivered a … Read more

5 things about AI you may have missed today: Indian tech experts in UN AI advisory body, Philips’ AI tools, more

5 things about AI you may have missed today: Indian tech experts in UN AI advisory body, Philips’ AI tools, more

As we get ready to enter the weekend, let us take a moment to go over all the major artificial intelligence-related developments today, October 27. In the first incident, notable experts in the field of technology in India have been named to a new global advisory body. The UN body was announced by UN Secretary … Read more

stocks, news, U.S. inflation data

stocks, news, U.S. inflation data

European stock markets retreated Wednesday as investors reacted to stronger than expected U.S. inflation data. The Stoxx 600 index was down by 0.4% during afternoon deals as most sectors and major bourses declined. Industrials stocks dropped 0.8% to lead losses. It comes shortly after U.S. inflation data for August exceeded expectations. The consumer price index, … Read more

G20 Summit 2023 AI Ursula Von Der Leyen Risks Opportunities Regulation New Delhi Leaders Declaration Narendra Modi

G20 Summit 2023 AI Ursula Von Der Leyen Risks Opportunities Regulation New Delhi Leaders Declaration Narendra Modi

In her address during Session III of the G20 event themed ‘One Future,’ European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasised the growing significance of the digital realm in shaping our future. She drew attention to the pivotal role of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital infrastructure in this evolving landscape, acknowledging both the inherent risks … Read more

EU enlargement can combat Putin’s influence, France says – POLITICO

EU enlargement can combat Putin’s influence, France says – POLITICO

Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. The European Union should help countries stand up to Vladimir Putin by sending a clear message about their prospects for joining the EU, French Europe Minister Laurence Boone told POLITICO. The EU is preparing for a potential wave of expansion that could bring as … Read more