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Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is continuing its price slide on Wednesday as President Donald Trump threatened 25 percent tariffs on the European Union. The apex crypto slid as low as $83,724 in the aftermath. The Financial Times on Wednesday reported on the president’s remarks at the first cabinet...

Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META) CEO Mark Zuckerberg's accusation of censorship has been firmly denied by the European Commission. What Happened: On Wednesday, the European Commission dismissed claims by Meta that EU data laws censor social media, reported Reuters. The Commission stated that...

The EU’s USB-C directive has officially come into force, mandating a universal charging port for electronic devices. What Happened: The directive, effective from 2025, requires mobile phones to feature a USB-C port. All 27 EU member states had until Dec. 28 to incorporate this directive into...

The European Commission (EC) downgraded its forecast for the European Union's (EU) gross domestic product,  pointing to "key geopolitical risks" from the war in Ukraine and the Middle East. Brussels expects the EU GDP to grow by a mere 0.8% this year and 1.5% in 2025 compared to a May forecast...

The Germany commercial property market "remains a source of elevated risk," one that financial regulators are monitoring closely after a rapid succession of interest rate increases hit property values. "The financial system is facing acute challenges due to geopolitical tensions and a weak economy...

The EU is reportedly set to investigate Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) in 2025 for favoring its in-house branded products. What Happened: The EU is preparing a case against Amazon under its Digital Markets Act or DMA, reported Reuters, citing people with direct knowledge of the matter. The probe...

European geopolitical stability may improve during the next Trump administration, despite concerns about the upcoming US president's impact on global security.  Citi analyst have forecasted Citi analysts forecasted that Brent crude, which closed at $73.49 a barrel on Wednesday,  would...

It was a rollercoaster week for Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL). From facing a hefty legal claim in the UK to receiving directives from the EU, the tech giant had its hands full. Amidst these challenges, Apple also revealed exciting plans for new tech products set to challenge industry competitors. Here...

The Georgian elections plunged the Caucasus country into political uncertainty after the pro-Russian ruling party won amid allegations of Russian meddling.   Thousands of pro-European Union (EU) supporters have protested in the capital Tbilisi since the vote on October 26. The opposition...

The German coalition collapse will further stress Europe's largest economy, one already mired with problems at home and abroad. Chancellor Olaf Scholz fired Finance Minister Christian Lindner on Wednesday after weeks of government disputes about the ailing economy. Scholz now leads a minority...

A Trump presidency has raised concern in Europe that a new round of tariffs under his administration will cause a economic recession in Europe. A trade war during Trump's four-year term would also increase the probability of the European Central Bank (ECB) cutting rates faster to spur growth....

European defense contractors have focused on their submarine and naval asset production to meet rising demand for advanced underwater systems as geopolitical tensions spur an increase in military spending.  European makers of submarines have benefited from the 6.8% annual increase in global...

The German economy faces strong headwinds despite data showing that Europe's largest exporter of goods returned to economic growth in the third quarter, beating analysts' estimates.  The economy grew by 0.2% quarter-on-quarter in Q3, from an initial -0.1% in Q2, the Federal Statistical Office...

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The European Nuclear Alliance has called upon the European Commission to consider nuclear energy as "essential contributors" to decarbonization pathways in Europe. "We strongly encourage the upcoming college of Commissioners to deliver a paradigm shift in our energy policy," the alliance said at...