AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDigital Dependence: A Google Cloud outage at its London data centre disrupted banking apps, retailers and delivery services across Europe, highlighting how many everyday services rely on the same technology provider. Energy Costs: Brent crude climbed above $110 a barrel as EU leaders grappled with high energy prices and budget disputes; the bloc is considering further winter support. Clean Technology: The Commission allocated €3.4 billion to 77 net-zero technology projects and €390 million to 135 climate and environment projects. Ukraine and Security: European leaders are preparing for a difficult winter as Russian attacks threaten Ukraine’s energy grid, while Zelenskyy meets US and European officials to discuss the war. Digital Sovereignty: Europe’s major telecom operators are exploring a joint satellite service, as Washington warns of retaliation over EU restrictions on US satellite firms. Arctic Strategy: The EU plans a stronger Arctic presence amid rising tensions with Russia and the US, including work on a secure cable link via Greenland.
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