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‘Roam Like at Home\': Commission proposes to open negotiations to extend EU Roaming to the Western Balkans The European Commission has proposed to open negotiations with Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia to integrate them into the EU\'s ‘Roam Like at Home\' reg...

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Today, we are taking a significant step for the Western Balkan partners’ journey towards joining the EU’s Roaming family.

We have proposed opening negotiations to integrate Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia into the EU roaming area.

If you are a medical centre that has already deployed AI solutions, or is preparing to introduce them in the near future, we invite you to express your interest before 10 April.

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Prevention is one of the most powerful tools we have in the fight against major diseases.

We have launched a call for expression of interest to establish a new Network of AI-powered Advanced Screening Centres in Europe.

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a technology. It is a driver of competitiveness, security and global influence.

Together, we’re ensuring that AI remains innovative, competitive and aligned with our democratic values.

The AI revolution is global and Europe is deepening cooperation with trusted partners around the world.

In New Delhi at the AI Impact Summit, I met with Ministers, CEOs and leading experts from across the world to discuss how we can turn AI’s transformative power into shared progress.

Launch of the European Legal Gateway Office pilot New Delhi, 18 February 2026 | Today, the European Union launched the first-ever European Legal Gateway Office in India, in New Delhi in the presence of Henna Virkkunen, Executive Vice-President for Te...

This initiative is a concrete expression of the EU-India partnership. We’re building a trusted talent corridor, boosting our attractiveness for global talent and strengthening our capabilities in AI.

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At the same time, it will help EU-based employers and higher education institutions connect more effectively with India’s digital ecosystem and pool of skilled talent.

EVP Virkkunen and Dr S. Jaishankar shaking hands at the launch of the European Legal Gateway Office.

In New Delhi, we launched the first-ever European Legal Gateway Office, together with India’s Minister of External Affairs, Dr. S. Jaishankar.

This new office will serve as a one-stop hub to support the mobility of Indian talent and skilled ICT-professionals seeking opportunities in Europe.

With today's Eastern border regions strategy, we're strengthening their security, while boosting growth and regional prosperity.

To protect those who protect us.

From hybrid threats to demographic pressure and economic impact.

Our Eastern regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine are facing a multitude of challenges.

We must support these regions and show our solidarity.

Because our security lies in their strength, resilience and stability.

Exactly 2 years ago, the #DigitalServicesAct set a new standard for the online world.

Of course, the online world is still evolving. Challenges remain, and implementation continues together with EU MSs to ensure the rules deliver in practice.

What have we achieved since then?

Commission launches investigation into Shein under the Digital Services Act Today, the European Commission has opened formal proceedings against Shein, under the Digital Services Act.

In the EU, illegal products are prohibited whether they are sold on a store shelf or through an online marketplace.

We will now assess whether Shein complies with these rules and fulfils its responsibilities under the DSA.

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Today, we have launched an investigation into Shein under the #DSA.

The investigation concerns the platform’s potentially addictive design features, the lack of transparency around its recommender systems, and the sale of illegal products, including child sexual abuse material.

The two risk assessments on connected & automated vehicles and on detection equipment used at borders and customs provide a comprehensive analysis of cybersecurity risks, their potential consequences, and the mitigation measures needed to address them.

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The toolbox outlines key risk scenarios and recommends mitigation measures, including the assessment of critical suppliers, the importance of multi-vendor strategies, and approaches to reducing dependencies on high-risk suppliers.

Learn more about the EU ICT Supply Chain Security Toolbox, adopted by NIS Cooperation Group and developed by EU Countries with the EU Commission’s and ENISA’s support.

Published on Friday together with 2 risk assessments on connected & automated vehicles and on detection equipment.

The selected project will receive up to 2.5 percent of the overall EuroHPC computing capacity for one year, on one or more AI-optimised EuroHPC supercomputers.

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A strong opportunity for Europe’s AI ecosystem to take part in the Frontier AI Grand Challenge.

As part of the #ApplyAI strategy, together with EuroHPC JU, we launched a flagship EU-wide competition aimed at driving the development of sovereign, large-scale European AI models.

Two intense days in Munich, from quantum to security & cybersecurity, through innovation, digital sovereignty.

Europe’s direction is now set at the heart of our policy, funding & strategic thinking, to ensure Europe remains innovative, secure and strong in the digital age.

Inauguration of Euro-Q-Exa: Expanding the European Quantum Computing Infrastructure Today, the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC JU) inaugurated Euro-Q-Exa, a new EuroHPC quantum computer, located in Munich, Germany. The event represents another milestone in building a state-of-the-...

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Welcome Euro-Q-Exa, Europe’s latest quantum computer.

Hosted at the Leibniz Supercomputing Centre in Munich, Euro-Q-Exa is the third EuroHPC JU quantum computer to come online.

Strengthening Europe’s quantum ecosystem and supporting researchers & innovators across Europe.

Commission presents action plan to counter drone threats The European Commission today presented its Action Plan to counter the increasing threats posed by drones to EU security.

Through these actions, we are protecting critical infrastructure and supply chains, strengthening our collective resilience, and ensuring that Europe is ready to prevent, detect and respond to emerging threats.

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➡️ Streamlining response, through the deployment of counter-drone systems

➡️ Strengthening readiness against threats, by increasing support to EU countries

➡️ Reinforcing preparedness, through prioritised investment in drone & counter-drone technologies

➡️ Improving detection, by leveraging 5G networks, aggregating data into a single air display, and establishing a new EU common drone incident monitoring platform

Drone threats are evolving rapidly, and the challenges they pose today cut across multiple domains.

This is why today we are launching a new Action Plan to better protect Europe against malicious drone operations, built around four priorities.

Commission launches Action Plan Against Cyberbullying to protect young people online The European Commission\'s Action Plan Against Cyberbullying aims to protect the mental health of children and teens online in the EU.

➡️ A coordinated EU approach to protection
➡️ Prevention and awareness
➡️ Reporting and comprehensive support

With three pillars to strengthen the response to cyberbullying.

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Together with Commissioner Glenn Micallef, we presented an Action Plan Against Cyberbullying aimed at giving children, parents, carers and educators the tools they need to prevent, report and combat cyberbullying.