The European Union is making a fresh attempt to revive its faltering semiconductor industry via a rebooted Chips Act, an effort expected to require €120 billion ($140 billion) in public-private investment by 2035, according to draft plans seen by Bloomberg News.

🇸🇪🇺🇦✈️ Ukraine Context: Zelensky will arrive in Sweden today. He will personally be present during the announcement of the transfer of Jas 39 Gripen fighter jets in C/D modifications to Ukraine.

EU satellite plan: Commission launches new proposal and challenges Starlink #EuropeanUnion https://www.eunews.it/en/2026/05/27/the-eu-launches-its-new-satellite-plan-and-challenges-starlink-reserve-two-thirds-of-the-bandwidth-for-domestic-operators/

The European Commission plans to reserve most satellite frequencies for Europe-based operators when a prized spectrum band opens up next year. That could open a new battleground with Washington in the fight for control over technology.

Norway is joining France's plans to cooperate more closely with European countries on nuclear deterrence, the two countries' leaders announced today.

Carney says Canada will buy European surveillance planes over two American options. #EuropeanArmy https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/europe/mark-carney-canada-saab-american-bombardier-b2984492.html

150 citizens from across the EU have spent the past three months working on how Europe can be better prepared for future crises.

Europe doesn't need to become America to succeed; it should stick to what it does well: protecting its people and the planet. My latest in @theguardian.com today www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Germany, Canada to Sign Major LNG Deal as Europe Seeks Energy Security Canada is set to announce a deal to supply Germany with liquefied natural gas from a planned export facility on the coast of British Columbia, according to people familiar with the matter.

The Council has extended until 28 May 2027 the EU sanctions against Russia in response to: 🚫 serious human rights violations or abuses 🚫 the repression of civil society and democratic opposition 🚫 the undermining of democracy and the rule of law More: link.europa.eu/94Ywdm

EU to favour European satellite services to head off Musk’s Starlink #EUSpace https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/26/eu-to-favour-european-satellite-services-to-prevent-musks-starlink-expansion

Dutch government blocks sale of DigiD owner to US tech giant www.dutchnews.nl?p=268235

Dutch government blocks U.S. takeover of DigiD infrastructure provider Solvinity www.thehagueinsider.com/dutch-govern...

Sweden and France become privileged defense partners Stockholm announced, on May 19, that it wanted to acquire four defense and intervention frigates from the French company Naval Group. The order shows Sweden's growing strategic ties with Paris, facilitated by its NATO accession.

Dutch govt bodies, like the Tax Administration #Belastingdienst recently: “Let’s switch to #Microsoft Office, what could possibly go wrong?” Microsoft: “Here you go, US govt, here are the names & details of Dutch tech regulators and experts!” Quit US tech, #BuyEuropean! 🇪🇺💪 nos.nl/artikel/2615...

A single national platform for academia, scaled for 1.2 million staff? France's Ministry of Education did it with Nextcloud – keeping full control of their data. www.youtube.com/watch?v=36A6... Nextcloud Hub 26 Spring brings sovereignty closer. Launching on June 9: nextcloud.com/hub26-spring

European carmakers face EU pressure to diversify chip suppliers EU set to force carmakers to source chips from multiple suppliers after the Nexperia crisis exposed dangerous dependence on a single Chinese-linked provider.

The 8 countries voting against signal their attitude beyond this resolution: they prioritise their own convictions over everyone else's wellbeing and international rights. I wonder if you can guess which 8 countries globally share this attitude.

Over 75% of the world’s food crops need pollinators. Yet, bee populations are declining due to: 🔸habitat loss 🔸climate change 🔸excessive use of pesticides Our fertiliser plan promotes healthier ecosystems vital for bees’ survival. We need to keep our bees busy and well. #WorldBeeDay

Aka: the Global Democracy Defence Alliance (just a suggestion)

Today the Council adopted conclusions calling for a stronger, more coordinated EU approach to fragile partner countries. As the world's largest development aid donor, the EU is committed to leading by example. ➡️https://link.europa.eu/H8Mgff

Ironically, Trump's opposition to a united Europe is the chaotic force pushing reluctant EU countries towards greater unity, collaboration, and central coordination as the only viable path forward.

Diversification of suppliers for essential materials, parts and energy is no longer optional for businesses in the EU. A lesson learned from Russia and more recently the US.

The EU's overcapacity / diversification instrument will force companies in key sectors (chemicals + machinery eg) to have at least 3 suppliers from 2 countries giftarticle.ft.com/giftarticle/...

EU races to lock in Mexico deal with Washington looming

I love and respect this scientist. Carl Sagan answers a question about creation vs evolution.

Moved to AI under EU legislation to prevent exactly this.

Live footage of European GDP falling behind America's. Poor French people on their four-day weekend look inconsolable.

Europe is moving to block Microsoft, Amazon, and Google from handling government health, financial, and legal data

On digital sovereignty, and why European cloud is better than you think

The EU is planning to reshore some manufacturing of critical medicines. A laudable and important effort. Healthcare is part of national security. foreignpolicy.com/2026/05/13/h... (Me @foreignpolicy.com. No paywall.) Pictured: a vivid memor of PPE shortages during Covid.

The @ec.europa.eu is PROUD🌈 Pride week is a celebration of love, identity, courage and community. And every day of the year, we work hard to make Europe a space where everyone can live freely, openly, authentically.

Partnership with EU ‘just getting started,’ Canadian foreign minister tells Euronews #:eu_flag:-:canada_flag: Relations #EUNews https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/12/partnership-with-eu-only-getting-started-canadian-foreign-minister-tells-euronews

I am waiting for alternatives for google and apple wallet. Until that time I am back to using my debit and credit cards.

It was a lot of work to migrate and secure all my existing logins and passwords, and to create new aliases in Proton Pass, but I am happy I finally did it.

🇪🇺 Kaja Kallas said the EU has prepared a document outlining possible scenarios for activating Article 42.7 of the Treaty on European Union. The clause is considered the EU’s equivalent of NATO’s Article 5 on collective defense. Read more 👀 theukrainianreview.info/european-com...

Good meeting with @eesc.bsky.social President Séamus Boland. The EESC is the voice of civil society in Europe. Together, we’ll work to defend democracy and deliver EU policies for people, especially the young and the most vulnerable. From affordable housing to the fight against poverty.

EU ministers endorse key new trade deals with Mexico EU governments have endorsed two agreements with Mexico that would update the bloc’s relationship with the country and set new terms for trade once they are formally signed and approved.

Norway’s pro-EU voices sense their moment Iceland’s upcoming referendum on accession talks offers Norway a chance to put membership back on its political agenda.

92% of Europeans say protecting children online should be a high priority. From harmful content and cyberbullying to addictive online designs, the risks children face online are real and growing fast. The message is clear: children deserve a safer digital world. More: link.europa.eu/pQ7Cp4

Canada Is Acting Increasingly like the EU’s 28th Member State Mark Carney is moving away from the US and closer to Europe on defense and trade.

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Happy #EuropeDay! Europe is a superpower of half a billion people, with a strong economy, great talent and top quality of life. Building on our values, we will continue to advance this project of peace, shared prosperity and respect. Proud to be European 💙

European Commission has updated its follow buttons. ✅ Mastodon and Bluesky are in; ⛔ X, Facebook, YouTube are out. (Only when you scroll all the way down, FB and YT are still there, but no longer X.) commission.europa.eu/index_en

Twelve countries have already backed the initiative, with repeated obstruction by Viktor Orbán's Hungary increasingly fuelling calls for reform. #EuropeNews

Commission wants to eradicate poverty in the EU by 2050

EU Defence Commissioner Kubilius wants to replace US troops with Ukrainians and other Europeans through a new European Defence Union; 100,000 soldiers as the first step toward a real European Army.

On 9 May, the EU Institutions will be open to the public. 🇪🇺 This year’s #EuropeDay emphasises European independence and the protection of democracy. It also marks four decades of celebrating Europe Day and public use of the EU flag. Plan your visit: europe-day.europa.eu/index_en

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