B&K Newsletter: Tech Giants and DMA. Is it possible to get a fine balance?
In today’s edition, we are taking a closer look at the Commission’s investigation into tech giants’ compliance with the Digital Markets Act obligations. Enjoy! A fine balance On 25 March, the European Commission launched a series of investigations into the compliance of tech giants with the Digital Markets Act (DMA). These investigations target Alphabet (Google), […]
Elections specials: What does Erdogan’s defeat mean for Turkey?
In today’s special edition, we analyse the recent vote in Turkey and the upcoming second round in Slovakia. Enjoy! What does Erdogan’s defeat mean for Turkey? “We have won, the era of the one man in charge is over”. Ekrem Imamoglu is beaming, the mayor of Istanbul who has obtained more than 50% of the […]
B&K Newsletter: Is the EU ready to face a resurgence of ISIS on the Old Continent?
In today’s edition, we analyse the European Union’s preparedness for the resurgence of terrorism on the Old Continent and of cyberattacks before June’s elections. Enjoy! Is the EU ready to face a resurgence of ISIS on the Old Continent? Last week, Europe was awakened by a terror attack perpetrated by the Islamic State in a […]
B&K Newsletter: European Defence Headache
Busy week in Brussels. Let’s put some order into the main discussions on the agenda. Enjoy! European Defence Headache Leaders from the 27 are gathering in Brussels to discuss ways to speed up (meaning, who pays what) the European defence system. Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House, but most importantly, the perspective of […]
B&K Newsletter: Putin ad vitam
In today’s edition, we bring you to Russia (for once!) and we analyse critical votes of this week’s plenary session of the European Parliament. Enjoy! Putin ad vitam What in a normal country would be a significant event like a presidential election goes unnoticed in Russia, so much so that even many Western media seem […]
Elections specials: Portugal turns right, destination still unknown
In today’s special edition, we analyse the results of the Portuguese election and its implications for the EU. Desfrutem! Portugal turns right, destination still unknown In a pivotal turn of events, Portugal’s centre-right Democratic Alliance (AD) clinched victory in Sunday’s general election, as declared by its leader, Luis Montenegro. However, uncertainties loom over governance dynamics, […]
B&K Newsletter: The Greek stress test for the GDPR
In today’s edition, we bring you across Greece, Portugal, and Germany. Enjoy the journey! The Greek stress test for the GDPR The independent Greek Data Protection Authority initiated an inquiry following complaints from Greek expatriate voters regarding unsolicited pre-election emails sent by centre-right MEP Anna-Michelle Asimakopoulou (EPP). The incident has triggered a significant discussion in […]
B&K Newsletter: The Nature Restoration Law. How we got there and what to expect
In today’s edition, we analyse the nature restoration law, a piece of legislation crucial for this Commission’s green agenda but has had a winding political path so far. Enjoy! The Nature Restoration Law: how we got there and what to expect Following weeks of intense debate and protests from various factions, the European Parliament approved […]
B&K Newsletter: Two visions for the future of the European defence
In today’s edition, we analyse two different visions for the future of the European defence. Spoiler alert: in the end, a compromise will be needed. Enjoy! Two visions for the future of the European defence On Monday, when the European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, declared her intention to pursue another term, she made […]
Elections specials: Galicia Election Results. Implications for the European Political Future
In today’s special edition, we analyse the outcome of the Galicia regional elections and how it will shape Spanish politics in the future. Enjoy! Galicia Election Results: Implications for European Political Future In a closely watched election, Spain’s north-western region of Galicia recently headed to the polls. The outcome has significant implications for both regional […]