EU Digital Identity: IDnow says it’s been certified to issue Qualified Electronic Attestations of Attributes (QEAAs), aiming to close an EU compliance gap for legally recognized, eIDAS 2.0-ready credentials. Health & Biotech: The European Commission approved GSK’s Exdensur (depemokimab) for severe asthma with type 2 inflammation and for severe chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps. Space Policy: ESA shelved Ariane 6 Block 3 upgrades after funding fell short, a sign that reusability and cost pressure are reshaping Europe’s launch roadmap. AI & Ads: OpenAI starts rolling out ChatGPT ads across 31 European countries on Free/Go plans, with Plus/Pro/Enterprise excluded. Cyber & Telecom: France’s SFR reports a cybersecurity breach tied to a fiber-management tool, while Spain’s telecom sector sees continued fibre line growth. Climate Extremes: Flash floods hit Italy and Spain after a brutal heatwave, and scientists warn Alps rockfalls are spiking as climbers face deadly conditions. Defense Tech: Netherlands test-armed its MQ-9 Reaper for precision strike capability, moving from surveillance toward engagement. Energy Transition: Kassø’s Denmark e-methanol plant is pushing into commercial supply chains.