The threat quantum computing poses to cryptocurrency is likely overstated for the present but demands attention for the future. A report by Chinese researchers using a D-Wave quantum computer has suggested potential risks to encryption algorithms, such as RSA, commonly…
The paper titled Changing Global Linkages: A New Cold War? by Gita Gopinath, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, Andrea F. Presbitero, and Petia Topalova (April 2024) investigates how recent geopolitical tensions, particularly post-Ukraine invasion, are reshaping global trade and investment patterns. The…
The Fourth Annual Report on the Screening of Foreign Direct Investments into the Union (COM(2024) 464 final), released by the European Commission on October 17, 2024, provides a comprehensive analysis of the FDI screening mechanism within the European Union during…
THE TELEGRAM CASE BEFORE THE EUROPEAN COURT OF HUMAN RIGHTS I just published an article on La Comunità Internazionale, 2024, n. 3, examining the landmark decision of the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in the case of Podchasov v…
Correlation vs. Causation Understanding the difference between correlation and causation is fundamental for sound data analysis and decision-making. Establishing true causal relationships requires careful research design and appropriate methodologies. Understanding the difference between correlation and causation is fundamental for sound…
The Council has introduced a new framework for restrictive measures in response to Russia’s destabilizing activities abroad. This framework allows the EU to impose sanctions on individuals and entities involved in actions or policies by the Russian government that threaten…
Understanding Market Manipulation Through Simulation This video explores a type of market manipulation based on trading patterns—subtle, often legal-looking strategies that don’t involve outright lies but still distort market signals. A historical example is the 2013 FOREX Case, in which traders…
The recent Advisory Opinion issued by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on July 19, 2024, regarding the legal consequences arising from Israel’s policies and practices in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT), including East Jerusalem, marks a significant moment in…
On 24 April 2024, President Biden signed into law a comprehensive legislative package that included PAFACAA. This followed approval by the House of Representatives on 14 March 2024. PAFACAA addresses long-standing concerns about TikTok’s potential threats to US national…
Presidential Immunity: A Seismic Shift in U.S. Constitutional Law In a landmark ruling on July 1, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court held in Trump v. United States that a former President enjoys absolute immunity from criminal prosecution for actions within his exclusive constitutional powers,…
Ivo Daalder, interviewed by Ian Bremmer, extensively discussed Russia’s perception of security, asserting that the conflict between Russia and Ukraine is not destined to end with a simple negotiation or peace treaty. According to Daalder, the conflict will persist as…
The Biden administration has issued its first veto under the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) powers. This marks the eighth presidential veto in nearly half a century of CFIUS history, with seven of these…
Quantum Finance: Current Possibilities and Future Prospects Introduction to Quantum Computing Quantum Computing leverages the principles of quantum mechanics to achieve computational advantages over classical systems. This emerging technology holds the potential to solve complex problems exponentially faster, benefiting…
The ‘cognitive failure of international facts‘ refers to a number of factors that can prevent politicians, analysts and observers from correctly understanding international events and making informed decisions. These factors includeCognitive biases: personal beliefs, experiences and prejudices can influence the…
The Member States of the European Union have agreed to use approximately €3 billion in profits from Russia’s frozen assets to buy weapons for Ukraine. This agreement involves profits from Belgium’s central securities depository Euroclear, which holds about €190 billion…
Versailles Declaration (March 2022): Marked a major turning point in EU policy, emphasizing the need for greater European sovereignty and resilience in the face of global challenges.Granada Declaration (October 2023): Builds on the foundations laid by the Versailles Declaration and…
an interesting analysis by Bruegel
On 21 March 2024, the UN General Assembly passed its resolution on Artificial Intelligence (AI), marking a significant, albeit subtle, move in the global discourse on AI regulation. This action follows a series of resolutions from late 2023 addressing technological…
Judgment of the General Court in Case T-743/22 | Mazepin v Council In March 2022, the European Union imposed restrictive measures on Mr. Nikita Mazepin as part of their response to the Russian aggression against Ukraine. These measures included freezing…
The Executive Order issued on February 28, 2024, titled “Preventing Access to Americans’ Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and United States Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern,” mandates that the Attorney General develop regulations that limit or prohibit U.S. persons…
The Recommendation on the security and resilience of submarine cable infrastructures presents a set of actions at national and EU level aimed at improving submarine cable security and resilience, through a better coordination across the EU, both in terms of…
The Semiconductor Joint Undertaking (Chips JU) has announced today the initiation of calls for proposals amounting to €216 million to bolster research and innovation endeavors in the domains of semiconductors, microelectronics, and photonics. This declaration comes subsequent to the inaugural…
February 5, 2024
The European Union and the United States have jointly advanced efforts to enhance their shared cyber resilience and promote a secure global digital environment.
The Commission has approved the European cybersecurity certification scheme, aligning with the EU Cybersecurity Act. This scheme establishes comprehensive regulations and procedures applicable throughout the Union for certifying ICT products across their lifecycle, thereby enhancing their reliability for users. It…
The European Commission has launched five key measures to bolster the EU’s economic resilience amid escalating geopolitical tensions and significant technological changes. These measures are designed to safeguard the EU’s economic interests while maintaining the openness of its trade,…
The UN Secretary-General’s Advisory Panel on Artificial Intelligence has released a preliminary report entitled “Managing AI for Humanity”. The report recommends better coordination between global standards and the development and implementation of artificial intelligence. At the heart of the report…
The General Court of the European Union has ruled that the EU’s restrictive measures against Russia, initiated due to the annexation of Crimea and actions in eastern Ukraine, and intensified following the 2022 attack on Ukraine, do not extend to…
The General Court of the European Union dismissed the legal challenge by Mr. Roman Arkadyevich Abramovich against the EU’s restrictive measures imposed on him following Russia’s attack on Ukraine in February 2022. Abramovich, a prominent businessman with Russian, Israeli, and…
The aim of the ACI is to deter and, if necessary, take action against the practice of economic coercion. :L_202302675
This reflection addresses the perceived divide between scientific and humanistic knowledge and argues against the notion that these fields are fundamentally opposed. The text suggests that both the humanities and the sciences are creations of the human mind and, as…
An interesting study by CEPS for the Economic and Social Committee
