European Union (EU) stories

AI developers predict 2026 pivot to compressed, device-based models as energy rules tighten and governments tighten data control.

Cloud marketplaces and SaaS are set to transform global IT spend, with Omdia forecasting USD $163 billion marketplace sales by 2030.

Oxylabs experts warn AI hype could swell into a bubble by 2026 as new ‘agent’ browsers challenge Chrome and Europe tightens data rules.

As Australia clamps down on under-16s online, Media.com bets its fully verified social network can profit from the global safety push.

AI agents with sweeping powers will trigger new identity security fears by 2026, as firms brace for over-privileged bots and poisoned models.

Bolt Insight raises GBP £7m led by Pembroke VCT to expand globally and build an AI “assistant chief insights officer” for brands.

Australian SMEs step up a campaign against the RBA’s proposed blanket ban on card surcharges, warning it will lift prices for all shoppers.

NCC Group will secure 21X’s EU-licensed digital asset exchange with managed detection, response and incident handling services.

Tesco is piloting next-generation 2D QR codes to boost transparency, cut food waste and meet tougher EU product data rules.

Denmark switches on a sovereign AI platform atop its Gefion supercomputer, aiming to unlock DKK 55 billion in public-sector gains by 2040.

Group-IB has launched a Cyber Fraud Intelligence Platform to help UK banks tackle GBP £600m fraud by securely sharing real-time risk signals while ensuring data privacy.

Europe's new anti-money laundering rules mandate AI integration, as legacy systems fail to meet rising financial crime challenges and regulatory standards.

Electronic Frontiers Australia criticises the National AI Plan for favouring business interests over public safety, digital rights and calls for stronger EU-style law.

Cohesity joins AWS as a launch partner for the European Sovereign Cloud, enhancing data security and cyber resilience for compliant regional data management.

Infor launches its Velocity Suite in AWS Marketplace and joins AWS European Sovereign Cloud launch to boost cloud ERP adoption across Europe.

Europe's new AML rules mandate AI integration as legacy systems fail to detect complex financial crimes, urging banks to upgrade compliance technology now.

Photonics could be key to cutting Europe’s soaring AI energy demands and emissions as a new report warns current tech cannot meet growth sustainably.

Milestone partners with DCAI to deploy compliant AI models on Europe-based Gefion supercomputer, enhancing smart city and traffic management solutions under EU regulations.

The EU has delayed key provisions of its AI Act, raising concerns over regulatory clarity, compliance burdens, and Europe's competitive edge in AI technology.

OVHcloud has launched a new three-zone cloud region in Berlin to boost digital sovereignty and resilience for organisations across Europe.