AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCritical Minerals: Finland’s Siikalatva graphite find could cut Europe’s battery supply risk by boosting local graphite prospects. AI Governance & Trust: US tech, Hollywood and EU policymakers met in Brussels arguing AI needs “trust” plus stronger governance and cross-Atlantic cooperation. Semiconductors Diplomacy: Canada and Germany plan to deepen semiconductor collaboration, signaling continued EU-aligned industrial momentum. UK Energy Storage: Ofgem shortlisted 16 long-duration electricity storage projects (up to ~7.65GW) under its cap-and-floor scheme. Heatwave Fallout: Europe’s record heat is driving health and infrastructure strain, with wildfires and excess deaths reported across multiple countries. EU Cooling Controversy: A Brussels Commission air-conditioning shutdown for lower floors sparked backlash over unequal comfort during the heatwave. Aviation R&D Boost: The EIB approved a record €3bn financing package for Airbus R&D through 2030. Digital Tax Trade Clash: Trump renewed threats of 100% tariffs over EU digital services taxes, escalating a fresh US-EU fight. Biotech Leadership Moves: NovaBridge appointed a new CEO as it pushes key ophthalmology and registration plans.
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