AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoBanking Shake-Up: Revolut, valued at $115bn, is challenging Europe’s big banks as it expands retail licences worldwide, but Reuters notes it still earns far less revenue per customer and has a small lending business. Ukraine War & Security: Russia struck another major Kyiv bridge as Germany’s Merz made a surprise visit, with Zelensky warning of intensified attacks on Russian oil refineries after bombardments. EU Tech & Regulation: ESMA launched a new supervisory priority to oversee AI and tokenisation in finance, while the European Commission’s “sovereign” Microsoft Teams alternative, Element Pro, is reportedly drawing sharp internal criticism. Privacy Backlash: A major European retailer pulled smart glasses amid privacy and covert-recording concerns, following similar restrictions in Germany and the UK. Balkan Politics: Bosnia’s election opened with delays linked to new digital voting tech, as pro-Russian influence and the EU accession path hang in the balance. Energy & Climate: Germany’s environment minister called for a rethink of water management after drought, urging more retention in landscapes and investment in water infrastructure. EU Funding on the Ground: Sofia Region held meetings to guide citizens and businesses on applying for EU-funded programmes, including energy efficiency and green economy projects.
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