A new report highlights how the complexity of EU technology-related legislation impacts technology start-ups in the region, with data sharing and privacy laws - and the forthcoming artificial intelligence act - all causing concerns
Marc Lemaître’s switch from head of the regional development directorategeneral to DG Research has raised hopes that synergies between funding programmes will finally be improved
A surprising number of start-ups have survived a year of Russian attacks, and even found ways to grow. Some are developing products relevant to the war effort, such as solar powered water purification and new mine clearance technology
This week we’re taking a close look at what the appointment of Marc Lemaître at the helm of the European Commission’s research directorate general means for the Widening countries. We’re also looking at the start-up landscape in central and eastern Europe, with a deep dive into Ukraine’s embattled innovation sector.
The country wants to double collaboration with the EU, and Kiwi researchers are excited about starting new projects. But the challenge of controlling costs, parliamentary scrutiny and sheer distance could all present obstacles
As the US tries to strangle China’s access to technology, Beijing is reorganising its R&D landscape and incentives in a bid to become more self-reliant. European companies and researchers will need to navigate these shifting priorities
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