AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBig Tech vs Brussels: The European Commission has fined Google €890m (about $1bn) under the EU Digital Markets Act, accusing it of favouring its own services in Google Search and “steering” users away from cheaper options in the Google Play app store; Google has 60 days to fix the issues or face further penalties. Gaming Industry: The EU also cleared Saudi-led investors’ $55bn take-private of Electronic Arts (EA), saying it raises no competition concerns—paving the way for one of the biggest leveraged buyouts ever. EU Foreign Policy: EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas called a Houthi attack on a Red Sea oil tanker “unacceptable and illegal,” warning against further escalation and stressing freedom of navigation. Culture & Law: Italy’s foreign minister said inviting Russian artists to the Venice Biennale was “ill-advised” after the EU withdrew €2m in funding over Russia’s return. Green Transition: Ireland’s EU commissioner visit to an Offaly farm highlighted sustainable, non-chemical farming as a practical model for Europe’s green shift.
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