European Union (EU) stories

As the deadline for the NIS2 Directive looms, businesses across Europe face significant cybersecurity compliance challenges amid rising threats.

Leaseweb has achieved ISO 14001:2015 certification, highlighting its commitment to sustainability across its global operations and reducing environmental impact.

A new report reveals that over 32% of financial institutions lack clarity in supplier management, increasing their risk amid tightening regulations.

The Austroads unveils the Digital Trust Service for secure, internationally verifiable mobile driver's licences at IVC24, aiming for a 2025-2026 rollout.

UK e-commerce sellers are shifting focus to the US over the EU due to fewer language barriers and simpler tax regulations, making the US market more accessible.

GitHub will launch its Enterprise Cloud data residency feature in the EU & soon in Australia, offering firms control over their code storage within the region.

Netradyne partners with Roos Fleetservice to enhance vehicle safety in Europe through its AI-driven Driver•i system, aiming to revolutionise fleet management across the EU.

Seagate broadens its Lyve Cloud with new features and sites in Germany and Japan, aiming to enhance cost optimisation, efficiency, and scalability for enterprises.

The UK's designation of data centres as Critical National Infrastructure marks a pivotal move for cybersecurity. Experts urge a broader approach to truly safeguard national security.

Genetec and STid unveil a new I/O module for high-assurance access control, available in Q4 2024, targeting stringent European cybersecurity regulations.

Umbraco names Mats Persson as new CEO amidst rapid growth, aiming to scale its open-source CMS internationally, and build on impressive client roster.

As AI grows, data privacy is a growing concern. Tech leaders like Meta and Microsoft race for AI dominance, while Affinidi champions data ownership with Holistic Identity.

TRST01 has signed a historic MoU with the Rubber Board of India to develop a compliance solution for the EU Deforestation Regulation, setting a new precedent in sustainability.

Only 20.8% of finance professionals have stressed exit plans with suppliers, despite DORA recommendations, highlighting a key vulnerability exposed by a recent CrowdStrike outage.

Entrust's nShield 5 HSMs achieve FIPS 140-3 certification, securing their place among top vendors for robust data security. Enhanced speed and crypto-agility set a new industry standard.

Heidrick and Struggles’ 2024 Board Monitor Report reveals a lack of trust between UK boards and executives, with 22% of respondents noting distrust concerns.

AI for Good is key to transforming urban environments into Smart Cities by enhancing public safety, optimising traffic, and improving citizen satisfaction, states SenSen’s new white paper.

As the EU AI Act takes effect, UK firms must quickly adapt to comply with new regulations, affecting sectors from technology to finance.

The EU AI Act, effective from 1 August 2024, presents a landmark regulatory framework for AI, sparking discussion on its implications for innovation, compliance, and legal complexity in the tech sector across the European Union.

SentinelOne has rolled out Singularity Cloud Native Security in the EU, hosted in Frankfurt, ensuring GDPR compliance and enhanced cloud protection for European firms.