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Economic Relations, Connectivity & Innovation

The EU is the largest global economy and is deeply integrated into world markets. The EU invests in connectivity, innovation and an open international trading system based on fair rules to boost global growth and sustainable development.

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How to keep your newsfeed clean

#EUvsDisinfo: 3 steps to keep your newsfeed clean

83 percent of Europeans think fake news is a threat, but few know how to spot them. Here are 3 simple tricks to help you better navigate your newsfeed.

Thursday, 13 December, 2018 - 11:40
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nato, cyber security

European Union and NATO work together to tackle growing cyber threats

Senior officials from the European Union and NATO met yesterday to discuss recent cyber security and defence developments at the EU and NATO along with perspectives on EU-NATO cooperation on cyber defence.

Tuesday, 11 December, 2018 - 09:12
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Global Tech Panel, Lethal Autonomous Weapons, CCCW

International Security and Lethal Autonomous Weapons

Exploring how Artificial Intelligence can deliver for human advancement and international peace is a key pillar of the work of the Global Tech Panel. A top and hot priority is to help develop and implement the principles of ethical and responsible innovation to govern the development of technologies used in weapons systems, and to ensure accountability and compliance with international law.

Monday, 10 December, 2018 - 12:15
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Stepping up coordinated European response to disinformation

The High Representative and the European Commission set out today concrete measures to tackle disinformation, including the build-up of capacities and strengthening of cooperation between Member States and EU institutions, particularly in light of a number of upcoming elections across the EU.

Wednesday, 5 December, 2018 - 18:16
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EU High Representative Federica Mogherini, Bill Gates, Gates Foundation, Development, #GlobalTechPanel

EU and Bill Gates reconfirm joint commitment to collaborating for human development

EU High Representative Federica Mogherini met on 17 October with Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, to discuss the shared engagement and joint work of the EU and the Foundation in support of human development in Africa in particular, including by accelerating digital development. The EU and Mr. Gates also signed an agreement to create a joint fund to invest €100 million in European companies working to stop climate change.

Wednesday, 17 October, 2018 - 17:00
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