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raidtech March 11, 2026 Insights, Lead Story

Can Europe master its digital destiny?

The 2026 Masters of Digital conference in Brussels arrived at a pivotal moment for Europe. With the US and China racing ahead in AI, quantum computing and digital infrastructure, the continent finds itself at a make-or-break juncture. Can Europe translate…

raidtech October 8, 2025 Insights

Keeping AI Markets Open: The FTC’s Perspective on Competition and Innovation

Opening day two of RAID 2025, Daniel Guarnera, Director of the Bureau of Competition at the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, delivered a wide-ranging keynote on how competition policy can underpin responsible, dynamic growth in the age of artificial intelligence. Speaking…

raidtech June 4, 2025 Insights

Can Europe regulate its way to a competitive tech market?

Europe is implementing at raft of digital regulations, including the Digital Services Act package, the AI Act, the Data Act and more on the horizon including a proposed Digital Fairness Act. Many will question how so much regulation aligns with…

raidtech March 26, 2025 Insights

EU must “cut red tape” to enable AI innovation and investment – EVP Virkkunen

At the FT’s Enabling Europe’s AI Ambition conference, RAID heard from EC EVP Henna Virkkunen, and Google’s Annette Kroeber-Riel, about why and how Europe is adjusting its digital policy environment The European Commission aims to simplify Europe’s regulatory environment to…

raidtech November 5, 2024 Insights

RAID 2024 Panel Explores AI’s Potential and Challenges in Europe and Beyond

At RAID 2024, the panel discussion, “Grasping the Opportunities and Threats of AI and Digital Transformation,” brought together notable speakers from across government, policy, and industry. Moderated by Karine Caunes, Global Program Director and Europe Executive Director of the Center…

raidtech October 15, 2024 Insights

Emerging technologies and innovation: the key to competing on the global stage

The RAID 2024 conference hosted a panel on “Emerging Technologies and Innovation,” featuring a diverse lineup of experts in innovation, AI, and research policy. The session focused on the current challenges and opportunities within Europe’s technology landscape and how the…

Khushbu Raval March 13, 2024 Insights, RAID Tech Policy Bytes

House votes to ban TikTok over national security concerns, but Senate fate uncertain

House passes potential TikTok ban, but will it fly in the Senate? Debate rages on national security vs. free speech and economic concerns. The US House of Representatives passed a bill that could lead to a nationwide ban on TikTok, citing national…

Ben Avison March 7, 2024 Insights, Interview

A European ecosystem at the forefront of global AI competition

Regulation of AI, Internet & Data (RAID) sat down with Kilian Gross, Head of Unit A2 for Artificial Intelligence Policy Development and Coordination at DG CNECT within the European Commission. Since taking on leadership of Unit A2 for Artificial Intelligence…

Khushbu Raval February 20, 2024 Insights, RAID Tech Policy Bytes

EU set to slap Apple with €500m fine over music streaming restrictions

The European Commission is poised to impose a landmark €500 million fine on Apple for allegedly impeding access to music streaming services, marking a significant blow to the tech giant. The investigation centers on Apple’s alleged prevention of music streamers…

Khushbu Raval February 14, 2024 Insights, RAID Tech Policy Bytes

EU pushes G20 for faster global corporate tax reform

The EU plans to urge G20 nations to finalise a global corporate tax deal that would impact tech giants like Google and Amazon. This “two-pillar” agreement, endorsed by G20 leaders in 2021, includes a global minimum tax rate of 15…