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14
Feb
On Wednesday (12 February), the European Commission unveiled its long-awaited 2025 Work Programme, setting its political and legislative priorities for the year ahead. The programme places simplification at its core, aiming to make EU rules more effective, reduce bureaucracy, and boost competitiveness—key in a context of economic, industrial, and geopolitical challenges.
The 2025 Work Programme follows an implementation and simplification agenda, which aims to reduce administrative burdens -including the different Omnibus packages. It places a strong focus on industrial decarbonisation and simplifying regulations for...
14
Feb
On January 29, the U.S. Copyright Office published the second part of a planned three-part report on copyright and artificial intelligence (AI), this time focused on the question of copyrightability for AI-generated creative works. The first part, published in July 2024, explored the legality of so-called digital replicas of individuals’ likenesses, or “deepfakes.” The report is the product of a sweeping new initiative on AI launched by the Copyright Office in 2023 in response to the first crop of copyright registrations for...
14
Feb
On February 1, President Trump announced new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, which sparked intense negotiations with the affected countries. On February 10, President Trump reportedly announced 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports — and there is the possibility of further tariff announcements on the horizon. As we continue to monitor the situation, this comprehensive analysis delves into the potential far-reaching consequences of the first round of proposed tariffs and what they could mean...
12
Feb
Authors: Erik Smithweiss and Sarah Raymond
The Trump Administration issued Presidential Proclamations on February 10, 2025, under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, making major changes to U.S. tariff policy on steel and aluminum imports.
Effective March 12, 2025, all steel and aluminum imports covered by the prior Section 232 actions — regardless of origin — will be subject to an additional 25% tariff. Countries that once benefitted from alternative tariff agreements — Australia, Canada, Mexico, South Korea,...
11
Feb
By Ian Hunter
“Money was never a big motivation for me, except as a way to keep score. The real excitement is playing the game.”
- Donald Trump, The Art of the Deal
President Trump has never seen trade policy as just economics – it’s a high-stakes game, and winning is everything. Throughout his career, he has framed trade deficits as evidence of American weakness, blaming past administrations for allowing U.S. manufacturing to decline while foreign goods flood the market. With Washington...
10
Feb
Cilcare takes a major step forward with the launch of SAPHIR, a groundbreaking study on the link between hearing disorders and neurodegenerative diseases.
A pioneering observational clinical study conducted in partnership with the University Hospitals of Gui de Chauliac (Montpellier) and Carémeau (Nîmes).
Recruitment of 309 participants, divided into three groups: Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), Parkinson’s Disease, and an age-matched control group.
A cutting-edge approach combining advanced auditory testing and biological biomarkers to uncover specific auditory signatures.
Montpellier, February 10, 2025 – Cilcare,...
10
Feb
The Red Sea ceasefire may not be exactly what it appears. It seems the Houthis have turned to what feels like maritime extortion. They’re now offering a “safe passage fee” for ships using a negotiation system that includes a customer service email. And presumably, if the fee isn’t paid, further demands for payment are made. Even with the ceasefire in place, insurance premiums remain high, and carriers continue rerouting vessels to avoid the region as security concerns persist. The promise...
07
Feb
EU to tighten controls on imports from sites such as Shein and Temu
The European Commission is taking a stand against low-value imports offered by non-EU online retailers and facilitated by marketplaces like Shein and Temu, which host non-EU traders. This is part of the Communication on E-Commerce, ‘A comprehensive EU Toolbox for Safe and Sustainable E-commerce’ proposed on Wednesday, 5 February.
A total of around 4.6 billion low-value consignments (goods not exceeding the value of €150) entered the EU market last...
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