AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoResearch Funding: European research institutions are urging governments to protect Horizon Europe as the EU debates its 2028–34 budget. The Commission has proposed raising the programme from €93bn to €175bn, while the Dutch government is pushing for a smaller overall budget. AI Safety: EU tech chief Henna Virkkunen warned that fierce competition is leaving companies short of time to test powerful AI systems and keep agents under control. AI Research: Google is giving 200 European scientists access to advanced AI models, aiming to help close the region’s research gap. Electronic Waste: EU sales of electrical and electronic equipment hit 14.6 million tonnes in 2024, up 91% since 2012; environmental groups want stronger rules to curb waste and improve reuse and recycling. Cybersecurity: Recent attacks on supermarket refrigeration systems across Europe have disrupted cooling and caused major food losses, putting the security of essential infrastructure in focus.
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