This article is published in association with United Nations. The UN’s Global Industry Summit underlined the benefits of partnerships for companies in the Global South on Monday, demonstrating ways that AI – if used responsibly – can provide solutions to some of the most intractable problems faced by business leaders. The “Green Revolution” is believed to […]From organic farms to AI chips with a nose: UN summit showcases solutions for transforming the Global South
November 24, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The UN’s Global Industry Summit underlined the benefits of partnerships for companies in the Global South on Monday, demonstrating ways that AI – if used responsibly – can provide solutions to some of the most intractable problems faced by business leaders. The “Green Revolution” is believed to […]AI and anonymity fuel surge in digital violence against women
November 21, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. What was once hailed as a vehicle for empowerment has, for millions of women and girls, become a source of fear. Fuelled by artificial intelligence, anonymity, and weak accountability, online abuse is rapidly escalating. Yet, 1.8 billion women and girls still lack legal protection from online harassment […]Simpler EU digital rules and new digital wallets to save billions for businesses and boost innovation
November 20, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Europe’s businesses, from factories to start-ups, will spend less time on administrative work and compliance and more time innovating and scaling-up, thanks to the European Commission’s new digital package. This initiative opens opportunities for European companies to grow and to stay at the forefront […]EIB and Societe Generale to collaborate on financing for fast-growing innovative cleantech companies
November 19, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Societe Generale signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to develop joint collaborations and strengthen their support of innovative, fast-growing small and mid-cap companies active in the cleantech sector. The combination of the EIB guarantees with Societe Generale working capital facilities will […]Commission launches market investigations on cloud computing services under the Digital Markets Act
November 19, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission opened three market investigations on cloud computing services under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Two market investigations will assess whether Amazon and Microsoft should be designated as gatekeepers for their cloud computing services, Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure, under the […]Keeping cool on a hotter planet: COP30 pushes for sustainable cooling and AI innovation
November 12, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. As the planet heats up, so does the race for smarter, cleaner technology. At COP30 in Belém, Brazil, delegates are weighing a paradox at the heart of climate innovation: how to harness powerful tools like artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced cooling systems without deepening the very crisis […]Switzerland joins Horizon Europe and other key EU research and innovation programmes
November 11, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Union and Switzerland have signed the agreement on Switzerland’s participation in Horizon Europe, Digital Europe, and the Euratom Research & Training (R&T) programme. The agreement places Swiss researchers and organisations on the same footing as those in EU Member States: they may […]From Bytes to Bedside: AI in Healthcare
November 10, 2025 by 1 Comment
This article was exclusively written for European Sting by Ms. Suhana Hussain is a recent medical graduate from Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Hospital, Jaipur, India. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily […]When Machines Meet Medicine: Harnessing AI for Better Health
November 8, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for European Sting by Ms. Palak Agarwal is a final-year MBBS student at GMERS Medical College, India. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on […]Harnessing Innovation ovation: Artificial Intelligence in Health and Healthcare
November 6, 2025 by 1 Comment
This article was exclusively written for European Sting by Mr. Farhan Khan is a medical student currently pursuing his studies in Egypt. He is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect […]Harnessing Innovations: Artificial Intelligence in Health and Healthcare
November 5, 2025 by 1 Comment
This article was exclusively written for European Sting by Mr. Farhan Khan is a medical student currently pursuing his studies in Egypt. He is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on […]Commission launches ‘Resource for AI Science in Europe’
November 4, 2025 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, at the European AI in Science Summit in Copenhagen, organised by the European Commission and the Danish Presidency of the Council of the EU, Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen and Commissioner Ekaterina Zaharieva launched the pilot of RAISE – the Resource for Artificial Intelligence […]Youth Driving Global Health Innovation
October 31, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for European Sting by Ms. Raasti Marya, a medical student from Pakistan. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on the topic, nor The European […]New EU measures needed to make online services safer for minors
October 17, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Enforce Digital Services Act quickly and ban harmful practices such as addictive design and gambling-like game features to protect minors, say MEPs. On Thursday, MEPs from the Internal Market and Consumer Protection Committee adopted a report, by 32 votes in favour, 5 against and […]How People Respond to Strict Online Rules
October 16, 2025 by Leave a Comment
The European Union has built a reputation as a regulatory superpower, shaping global debates on privacy, data, and online accountability. The United Kingdom, since leaving the EU, has worked to define its own digital regulatory framework, most notably through the Online Safety Act 2023. Implementation is already under way. The UK Parliament’s Commons Library reported […]Can AI create a fairer future for persons with disabilities?
October 13, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. For millions of persons living with disabilities worldwide, artificial intelligence could be a game changer. At Purple Fest in Goa, India, entrepreneurs are showing how AI is turning assistive technology into everyday empowerment. When designed with lived experience at its heart, AI tools like conversational screen readers, […]Questions and answers on the Apply AI Strategy
October 9, 2025 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. How does the Apply AI Strategy complement the AI Continent Action Plan? The AI Continent Action Plan, launched in April 2025, is the EU’s roadmap for making Europe a global leader in AI. It strengthens the key pillars of the European AI economy: computing […]Empowering Future Generations: Youth-Led Innovations in Global Health
October 1, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Mai Mohamed, born in 2005 in Egypt, currently a fourth-year medical student in Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AASTMT). She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly […]Spain: EIB and ACCIONA sign €120 million loan to invest in technological innovation and digitalisation
September 29, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) and ACCIONA have signed a €120 million loan to invest in research, development and innovation, and advance the company’s digitalisation strategy, with the aim of building more sustainable and efficient infrastructure. This is the first tranche to be signed of a total […]Commission opens investigation into possible anticompetitive practices by SAP regarding maintenance and support services for its popular business management software
September 26, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has opened a formal investigation to assess whether SAP may have distorted competition in the aftermarket for maintenance and support services related to an on-premises type of software, licensed by SAP, used for the management of companies’ business operations and called […]AI must not decide humanity’s fate, UN chief warns Security Council
September 25, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Artificial intelligence holds vast potential but poses grave risks if left unregulated, UN Secretary-General António Guterres told the Security Council on Wednesday. “AI is no longer a distant horizon – it is here, transforming daily life, the information space, and the global economy at breathtaking speed,” Mr. […]Commission launches new strategy to strengthen Europe’s research and technology infrastructures
September 16, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Commission has launched the European strategy on research and technology infrastructures to boost Europe’s leadership in scientific excellence and technological innovation. To remain a frontrunner in the global race for science and innovation, Europe must reinforce decisively its research and technology infrastructures […]EU Data Act gives users control over data from connected devices
September 15, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today the EU Data Act starts to apply in the EU, giving users control over data generated by their connected devices, like smartwatches and cars, while unlocking opportunities for small businesses to use this data to develop innovative after-sale services. The Data Act increases […]Commission invites comments on draft revised EU competition rules for technology transfer agreements
September 12, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has today launched a public consultation, inviting all interested parties to comment on drafts of a revised Technology Transfer Block Exemption Regulation (‘TTBER’) and revised Guidelines on the application of Article 101 of the Treaty to technology transfer agreements (‘Guidelines’). Technology transfer agreements […]UN ready to assist Nepal following deadly protests over social media ban
September 9, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. At least 15 people have been killed in Nepal, and over 100 injured, in large-scale youth protests that erupted in the capital and other cities on Monday following a Government ban on social media platforms. Police used tear gas and opened fire on protesters attempting to storm […]Telehealth, a future near but so far
September 5, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sanaz Bordbar, an MD-MPH-H-MBA student at Tehran University of Medical Sciences. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on […]Europe’s innovative companies get boost as EIB Group launches TechEU Platform to simplify financing
August 25, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group is pressing ahead with its TechEU Programme to mobilise €250 billion in investment by 2027 for start-ups, scale-ups and innovative companies across Europe by putting in place a fast-track system for them to seek financing. The EIB Group is underpinning […]Romanian startup Synaptiq breaks new ground in AI for radiotherapy
August 11, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with EBRD. Before administering radiotherapy, oncologists must meticulously outline tumours and surrounding organs in a process called ‘contouring’. This is critical to ensuring that radiation beams are directed at affected areas while minimising exposure to healthy tissue, but it was highly time-consuming until a young physician from Romania […]Commission proposes partial suspension of Israel’s association to Horizon Europe
July 29, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission proposed to partially suspend Israel’s participation to Horizon Europe. The suspension specifically concerns the participation of entities established in Israel in activities funded under the Accelerator of the European Innovation Council (EIC). This suspension comes as a reaction to the […]Europe performs well in innovation
July 16, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The EU’s innovation performance has made steady long–term progress, increasing by 12.6 percentage points since 2018. This latest edition of the European Innovation Scoreboard (EIS) reveals significant shifts in national innovation performance. Thirteen Member States improved their score since last year, with Malta (+7.6 […]General-Purpose AI Code of Practice now available
July 11, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission has received the final version of the General-Purpose AI Code of Practice, a voluntary tool developed by 13 independent experts, with input from over 1,000 stakeholders, including model providers, small and medium-sized enterprises, academics, AI safety experts, rightsholders, and civil […]UN summit confronts AI’s dawn of wonders and warnings
July 9, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The UN’s flagship platform on artificial intelligence opened in Geneva on Tuesday, launching four days of high-level dialogue, cutting-edge demonstrations and urgent calls for inclusive AI governance. The event comes as autonomous and generative systems evolve faster than regulatory frameworks can keep pace. The AI for Good […]
Commission invites comments on draft revised EU competition rules for technology transfer agreements