Exploring the Principles of a Social Contract for Democracy in the Age of AI (Note: These principles are subject to continuous revision and further development.) 1/2
On Lawfare Daily, @nkorpett.bsky.social, @massdara.bsky.social, @atabatabai.bsky.social, and @juliacurlee.bsky.social discussed how the "Short War Illusion," where countries believe that with the right strategy, they can accomplish their goals with a quick war, is playing out in conflicts today.
Portraying the entire AI boom as negative, rather than addressing its benefits and risks, is not a balanced approach. 🤘
Grace Blakeley@graceblakeley.substack.com · 3d agoAfter years of hype, and trillions of dollars, the AI boom will leave us with a captured economy, a corrupted democracy, and a devastated environment. We can't let them get away with it. substack.com/home/post/p-...
🎙️Missed Episode 1 of our #StatisticsInTheAIEra? If #AI is becoming the interface between society and facts, how can official statistics remain visible & understood? #OECD Chief Statistician Steve MacFeely asks Canada’s André Loranger. 🎧 shorturl.at/RtFI9 #OECDStats
❄️ The Arctic is becoming central to Europe's security. In a new EPC Policy Brief, Maria Martisiute, Linda Solstrand Dahlberg & Tobias Etzold argue that the EU needs a more strategic approach to the Arctic as security, climate and great power competition converge. Read 👇 www.epc.eu/publication/...
From sea to space: How the EU can turn the tide on the Arctic
The EU will issue a new Arctic strategy in autumn 2026, a few months after Germany warned, again, that Russia could attack NATO territory before 2029 – an assessment broadly shared across NATO and the EU. That attack could come in the Arctic or the Baltic Sea region, or in both simultaneously. Both already face infrastructure sabotage, aerial and maritime incursions, and cyberattacks – exposing vulnerabilities across Europe’s northern flank.
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My Op-Ed for @euractiv.com: " #Europe should let the market judge #China’s open AI models". Europe shouldn't ban Chinese #AI models, but nor should Europe promote them. www.euractiv.com/opinion/euro...
Europe should let the market judge China’s open AI models | Euractiv
Europe shouldn't ban Chinese AI models, but nor should Europe promote them
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World Trade and Tech Day to explore policies to make AI work for inclusive trade
World Trade and Tech Day to explore policies to make AI work for inclusive trade
The WTO will host the first World Trade and Tech Day on 14 September at its headquarters in Geneva, bringing together trade and information and communications technology (ICT) policymakers, industry leaders and other stakeholders to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) strategies can better support economies' efforts to maximize the gains of international trade.
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📑The discussion will draw on @gzachmann.bsky.social and Annabelle Weisser's Policy Brief, 'International carbon trading: a strategic lever to boost global decarbonisation'. 📖 Read the Policy Brief now: buff.ly/2BPIPvH #EconSky
International carbon trading: a strategic lever to boost global decarbonisation
International carbon credits can support the EU’s 2040 target if buyers’ club rules and leverage ensure real mitigation gains abroad
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🚨 INTERPOL report finds AI linked to more than half of cybercrime in Africa AI is enabling 55% of reported cybercrimes across Africa making attacks faster, more scalable, and increasingly difficult for victims and platforms to detect. 🔗 Find out more: www.interpol.int/News-and-Eve...
🌅 Can climate policy survive? 🗓️ 2 September | 09:10-10:10 CEST 🪑 Chaired by @gzachmann.bsky.social, this panel will discuss what can be done to rescue, invigorate, and improve climate policy - both mitigation and adaptation, at the EU and the international level. 🔗 buff.ly/EhIXxb5 #BAM2026
Europe should let the market judge China’s open AI models
Europe should let the market judge China’s open AI models
Europe shouldn't ban Chinese AI models, but nor should Europe promote them
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🗞️ @democracynow.org’s Amy Goodman, the subject of new documentary @stealthisstory.bsky.social @sheffdocfest.bsky.social, speaks to @carolecadwalla.bsky.social about surviving a massacre, Trump, and the current threats to the media www.thenerve.news/p/amy-goodma...
AI is becoming the backbone of military power. As NATO develops shared digital standards, Europe faces a crucial challenge: achieving interoperability without creating a new dependence on American software Read full text: https://bit.ly/3TnrzYB
NATO’s digital arsenal: How Europe can avoid a new dependence on America – European Council on Foreign Relations
AI-powered command systems are becoming the backbone of modern warfare. NATO needs shared standards, but if those rest on American software, interoperability wi
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Commission tools up for AI Act enforcement as powers kick in
Commission tools up for AI Act enforcement as powers kick in
The AI office, overseeing the AI Act, looks to add more contractors to compliance and safety units
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Last weekend in Gros Morne. We really do live in the most beautiful country in the world.
We must remain vigilant at every critical entry point and maintain close coordination between all authorities. At the same time, we need a lessons learned process to improve our European resilience. The Commission has offered support to Spain from the first moment.
This. This is solidarity at its very best. The EU is grateful to every country that is participating in the Civil Protection Mechanism this month to help France and Spain battle the wildfires.
To the more than 300 firefighters deployed the ground: your courage, generosity and dedication embody the very best of Europe. 🇧🇬 🇨🇿 🇩🇪 🇬🇷 🇷🇴 🇭🇷 🇮🇹 🇱🇺 🇱🇹 🇳🇱 🇵🇱 🇵🇹 🇸🇰 🇸🇪 🇹🇷 🇺🇦 🇷🇸
The plan to disarm Hamas in Gaza, if fully implemented, would be a constructive step towards peace. I welcome the deal brokered by the US, with the support of Egypt, Qatar, Türkiye, and @nmladenov. (1/4)
A lot needs to fall in place for this to work. Success depends on the full commitment of all parties. Verifying Hamas’ compliance will be a significant challenge. Israel would need to eventually withdraw from Gaza. (2/4)
We stand ready to support the next steps, including the entry of the National Committee and the International Stabilisation Force. Our two EU missions on the ground play an important role in support of Palestinian state-building efforts. (3/4)
The EU is Gaza’s biggest humanitarian donor. In July, the EU pledged €900 million in aid projects to help Gaza recover from the war. (4/4)
With the cost of living already high, Trump is ending Medicare subsidies, making it harder for people to afford the medications they need. While Trump profits from his time in office, millions of Americans struggle to afford basic necessities and suffer under his corrupt leadership.
Trump Will End Subsidies for Medicare Drug Premiums
Millions of older Americans could pay more for their prescription drug coverage next year.
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Germany’s Merz demands Morocco ‘take back illegal migrants immediately’ from Spain’s Ceuta
Germany’s Merz demands Morocco ‘take back illegal migrants immediately’ from Spain’s Ceuta
Tens of thousands of migrants have crossed in recent days from Morocco into Spain’s Ceuta enclave
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Swedish politicians react to Ceuta border crossings: 'We won't accept any migrants' www.sverigesradio.se/artikel/swed...
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EU AI transparency code’s many sign-ups don’t include Chinese AIs
EU AI transparency code’s many sign-ups don’t include Chinese AIs
The code of practice sets out how to meet incoming EU rules on disclosing deepfakes
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In the weeks ahead, four developments will be particularly critical to monitor: the outcome of diplomatic negotiations between Spain and Morocco; whether Germany and France move to expand internal border controls; whether the European Commission proposes a new coordinated EU-wide response; 1/2
Euractiv@euractiv.com · 5d agoCeuta migrant crisis sends shockwaves through EU politics
The images coming from Ceuta are unacceptable. We cannot allow anyone to come to our Union without abiding by our rules. Dangerous crossings must stop immediately. Smuggling networks must be dismantled. And returns must be swift, as our rules allow.
#FactFriday ➡️ Global #military spending increased to $2887 billion in 2025, bringing the global military burden—military expenditure as a share of GDP—to 2.5%. Accurate, dependable information matters more than ever. Invest in the facts. Support SIPRI: donate.sipri.org #Armament #Disarmament
