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The rapid growth in data centres puts pressure on electricity grids and the use of natural resources, as well as contributes to increased carbon emissions. To limit these impacts, the European Commission has proposed a common rating scheme for data centres aimed at increasing energy transparency.
In the face of growing concerns about the risks children and teenagers face when using online platforms, the EU has proposed a new KIDS Act. This will introduce a gradual uptake of social media for children in the EU, notably delaying access to social media until the age of 13.
The European Commission has proposed to mobilise €489 million to help Portugal, Spain, Italy and Malta recover from severe storms and flooding in January and February 2026. The funding will support recovery operations to rebuild transport infrastructure and reestablish essential services.
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