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SUSE & Openchip back European RISC-V software stack

The tie-up aims to cut Europe's reliance on overseas chip ecosystems by certifying SUSE software for Openchip's RISC-V hardware.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jun 2026

Unified Communications

Small Cell Forum urges EU to ease deployment rules

Fragmented municipal approvals are slowing 5G rollout, with the industry body saying clearer rules could cut delays for small cell deployments across Europe.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Jun 2026

Data Protection

W Social launches beta with EU leaders in Brussels

European institutions and top officials are testing a new social network, giving W Social early credibility as it seeks to build a trusted public forum.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Jun 2026

Data Protection

Patent filing backs privacy-preserving identity system

EU backers are seeking €74.3 million to roll out a system that proves a person was present without exposing personal data.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Jun 2026

Software-as-a-Service

Thomson Reuters launches AI tax tool for EU VAT reform

Businesses face a patchwork of EU digital VAT rules, with Thomson Reuters saying most tax teams are not yet ready for the overhaul.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Jun 2026

Cloud Security

Integrity360 & Venari Security tackle post-quantum risk

Rising regulatory pressure is forcing organisations to map encryption exposure now, as post-quantum threats loom over critical systems and data.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jun 2026

Data centers

European data centres join EU energy planning push

Grid operators and energy groups will help shape data centre expansion as Europe braces for a surge in AI-linked power demand.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Jun 2026

Data Protection

EU Tech Sovereignty Package puts sustainability centre stage

Public sector cloud buying could soon favour greener, EU-controlled systems as Brussels seeks to curb reliance on non-EU providers.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 6 min read • Sat, 6th Jun 2026

Data governance

ADC warns EU AI Act delay could raise compliance costs

Delaying the European Union's high-risk AI rules may force firms to redesign systems later, adding cost and leaving users exposed meanwhile.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Jun 2026

Private Cloud

Cycloid appoints Isabelle Perie to lead Europe partner push

Greater demand for sovereign cloud and repeatable platform tools is driving Cycloid's channel strategy as it adds a senior Europe partner lead.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Fri, 15th May 2026

Data Protection

Alliance urges EU to rethink cyber rules for SIM tech

Existing certification and update limits on SIM components could be upended if Brussels keeps draft cyber rules unchanged.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 14th May 2026

Public Cloud

Germany & Brazil mandate ODF in push for sovereignty

Public bodies in both countries will have to save files in an open format, as policymakers seek to curb supplier lock-in and bolster digital sovereignty.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 12th May 2026

Cybersecurity

SHE@CYBER training expands in Poland & North Macedonia

Free cybersecurity training is gaining traction in Poland and North Macedonia, with more than 110 women and educators taking part after grant funding ended.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Apr 2026

Stories from Other Regions

European Commission stories

Google

Google faces UK trial over app store commission claims

An opt-out case could leave thousands of UK app developers sharing damages from alleged overcharging on Google Play if they win.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Jun 2026

Google

Google to face UK trial over Play Store commissions

An opt-out class action over Google Play fees could see thousands of UK developers seek more than GBP £1 billion in damages.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Sat, 27th Jun 2026

Public Cloud

Report: Canada's cloud made by US, posing sovereign risk

Canada's reliance on US cloud giants leaves governments and businesses exposed to lock-in and geopolitical pressure, a new report says.

By Jake MacAndrew • 5 min read • Thu, 4th Jun 2026

Data Protection

Europeans back payment sovereignty amid US network fears

Growing fears over disruption are pushing consumers and providers to favour European control of payments as reliance on US networks deepens.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Jun 2026

Urban Planning

Solutions favour system thinkers but linear thinkers control the vote

Transport policies are still failing because voters and policymakers default to linear thinking, despite predictable knock-on effects on congestion and costs.

By Staff Writer • 13 min read • Sat, 16th May 2026