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Warnings amid rise in child abuse content hosted in EU countries

A rise in child sex abuse material has been linked to websites hosted in EU countries, according to the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF).

The Europe Conversation

EU digital rules are fair, because they apply to everybody, says Henna Virkkunen

The European Commissioner Vice-President for Technology denies that EU digital rules run counter to freedom of speech. In an interview with Euronews, she said these laws are just setting obligations for online platforms to assess systematic risks. "We are not regulating the content at all," she said

Europe News

EU to enforce social media laws despite US pressure — Commission VP

Legislation will ensure a fair, democratic and safe digital environment, European Commission Executive Vice President for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy Henna Virkkunen told Euronews.

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The AI revolution won’t wait: Why businesses need AI PCs now

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AI-driven computing is moving from the cloud to the edge, transforming IT security and performance. Discover why AI PCs are the key to staying ahea in business.

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The Big Question

Cyber threat may hit €10 trillion in 2025 says Splunk strategy boss

Splunk Chief Strategy Advisor for Europe, James Hodge, emphasises the importance of cyber resilience for businesses and highlights which businesses are most at risk of attacks.

The Exchange

Shaping tomorrow's connectivity

In partnership with Media City

Advancements in global telecom solutions are underway, with 5G technology improving connectivity and paving the way for the future of 6G, benefiting communities worldwide.

26 February 2025

Tech News

How to spot 'AI slop': Your guide to identifying AI generated images

From odd fingers to weird text, AI generated images always leave tell-tale traces. And as fake content floods social media, spotting it is more important than ever.

16 February 2025

No Comment

Illegal internet access at high security prison in Peru

Peruvian authorities have discovered two antennas near the Challapalca prison that allow prisoners to access the internet illegally.

11 February 2025

EU Decoded

EU DECODED: How to balance rights to privacy with combatting online child sex abuse?

Child sexual abuse is a growing problem and crimes committed via the Internet make it much more difficult to combat. The EU is revising its the rules in an attempt to criminalise behaviour online as well as in the real world.

14 January 2025

Tech News

World Wide Web inventor Sir Tim Berners-Lee's hopes for 2025

Sir Tim Berners-Lee told Euronews Next he does not make tech predictions but spoke of his hopes for the web in 2025.

26 December 2024

Tech News

NATO could turn to fleet of sea drones to defend Baltic Sea cables

NATO is reportedly thinking about using sea drones to secure the Internet cables running under the Baltic Sea. We take a look at what this technology is.

19 December 2024

East-West Connect

Kazakhstan's eGov revolution: How digital services are transforming the economy and society

In partnership with MDQ

In this episode of East-West Connect, we explore Kazakhstan's groundbreaking digital transformation, focusing on the Digital Kazakhstan programme, e-government services and the introduction of the Neo Nomad Visa for digital professionals.

18 December 2024

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What Europe needs: a Commission that drives connectivity and competitiveness

Partner content presented by GSMA

Connectivity has never been more essential to Europe’s ability to compete and prosper at a global level. It is the key enabler for the continent’s citizens and businesses both in their crucial day-to-day activities and in driving innovation and maximising growth opportunities, in particular in AI.

9 December 2024

Tech News

Holy Scottish isle is set to boast some of Europe's fastest broadband

The sacred island of Iona, which is home to a population of just 170 people, is getting some of the fastest broadband connections on the continent.

26 November 2024

Ocean

Underwater WiFi, aquaponic farms: How European startups woo investors

In partnership with the European Commission

Europe excels in ocean tech innovation but struggles with venture funding. An EU initiative aims to change that by helping startups gain investors' trust—from Italy's underwater WiFi to Portugal's fish-powered farms.

26 November 2024

Ocean

Meet the woman behind the ‘Internet of Underwater Things’

In partnership with the European Commission

Chiara Petrioli, CEO of WSense, is transforming blue tech with the ‘Internet of Underwater Things,’ a technology that enables wireless communication at depths of up to 3,000 metres underwater. No surprise: European investors are diving right in.

26 November 2024

Tech News

Sir Tim Berners-Lee on getting the web and AI to 'work for you'

"It is really important that we realise this toxicity comes from the [social media] algorithms and you can change that," the World Wide Web inventor told Euronews Next.

21 November 2024

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From cables to AI: how Sparkle is powering internet expansion

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As of July 2024, 5.45 billion people – 67 per cent of the global population – are now online.

4 November 2024

Tech News

Why the Baltic is the most vulnerable to subsea sabotage attacks

In the second part of a series on subsea cables, we look at how Baltic Sea states are dealing with increased threats of Russian interference in their backyard.

15 October 2024

Meet The Locals

Meet a digital nomad thriving in İstanbul

In partnership with GoTürkiye

Looking for a new expat destination? In this episode of Meet the Locals, a digital nomad shares her experiences of living and working in the vibrant, multicultural city of İstanbul, where ancient history and modern life intertwine seamlessly.

24 September 2024