Europe is facing a critical gap in its energy infrastructure, with over 500 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity sitting idle due to insufficient grid connections, according to Andreas Schierenbeck, CEO of Hitachi Energy. As the continent struggles to meet soaring energy demands and achieve its climate goals, Schierenbeck has called for urgent investment in […]
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Poland is positioning itself to not only catch up with but surpass leading Western economies, as it prepares to inject over €150 billion into its economy in 2025, according to Prime Minister Donald Tusk. This marks a record investment figure, reflecting Poland’s aspirations to lead Europe in sectors such as logistics, green energy, and artificial […]
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As Paris hosts the Global AI Summit today and tomorrow, Brookfield, a Canadian investment fund, has announced a €20 billion ($21 billion) investment into France’s data infrastructure by 2030. The funds will be directed towards building data centres crucial for advancing the country’s role in the global AI race. This significant investment aligns with France’s […]
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France is set to invest a staggering €109 billion ($113 billion) into artificial intelligence (AI) projects, a move hailed by President Emmanuel Macron as a monumental step in the country’s technological evolution. The announcement comes ahead of the AI Action Summit in Paris, where heads of state and tech leaders will gather to discuss the […]
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Bangladesh police have arrested over 1,300 individuals as part of a sweeping crackdown on supporters of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The arrests come amid escalating tensions following protests that led to the ousting of Hasina’s government last August. The recent unrest was sparked by violent protests and attacks on key political figures. Last week, […]
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Human Rights Watch (HRW) has called for immediate action to repatriate thousands of nationals trapped in dire conditions at detention camps in northeastern Syria. The organization highlights the life-threatening environment faced by detainees, including women and children, and urges countries to uphold their legal obligations to prosecute those involved in crimes while facilitating reintegration efforts. […]
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Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in London on Saturday to protest China’s controversial plan to build its largest embassy in Europe, near the iconic Tower of London. The planned site, a sprawling historic location once home to the Royal Mint, has raised significant concerns about human rights, security, and freedom of expression. The relocation would see […]
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HELSINKI, 10 February 2025 – This week, representatives from governments, civil society, Jewish communities, and experts across the OSCE region have gathered in Helsinki for the Annual Conference on Addressing Anti-Semitism. The event focuses on strengthening efforts to combat anti-Semitism and other forms of intolerance while fostering inclusivity and tolerance in societies. In her opening […]
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Nokia has announced the appointment of Justin Hotard, an Intel executive, as the company’s new President and CEO, effective April 1. Hotard, currently heading AI and data centers at Intel, takes over from Pekka Lundmark, who has led Nokia since 2020 and will remain as an advisor to the new CEO until the end of […]
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Altilium, a UK-based recycling firm, has achieved a breakthrough in the electric vehicle (EV) industry by recovering over 97% of lithium and 99% of graphite from used EV batteries. This success, driven by their advanced EcoCathode technology, positions the company to significantly impact the EV sector’s sustainability efforts. The firm’s newly launched operations are focusing […]
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