In an era where technological advancements shape economies and societies, the European Union reaches a turning point. The European Association of Research and Technology Organisations (EARTO) has recently released a compelling paper outlining a strategic vision for enhancing economic prosperity across…
COP29 Unpacked: Key Milestones and Mixed Reactions on Climate Finance
by Luca Farkas The 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29), held in Baku, Azerbaijan, concluded on November 24th, 2024, marking a pivotal moment in the global fight against climate change. With nearly 200 countries in attendance, this year’s conference revolved…
Quick law review: European regulation of crypto-asset markets
According to an opinion issued in January 2019 by the European Banking Authority (EBA) and the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA),[1] while some cryptoassets may be subject to EU legislation, the application of these rules to the assets concerned was not…
The regime of outbound investment screening: the United States of America and the European Union
by Dávid Szász The majority of states have established regimes to screen inbound foreign investments decades ago mainly, but not solely for the purpose of national security. In contrast, only a fraction of the states have adopted mechanisms to control outbound investments,…
Apple – a new player in the financial sector?
by Dalma Dorko In recent years, we have seen a growing trend of big tech companies entering the finance industry. From Apple’s successful wireless payment technology, Apple Pay, to Facebook’s digital currency initiative, Libra (rebranded as Diem), these companies are leveraging…