The EU warns Serbia may lose €1.5 billion in reform funds due to democratic backsliding, risking setbacks in digital economy and fintech sector development.
US Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-Deremer resigns amid misconduct allegations as the White House considers further cabinet changes, raising concerns about regulatory stability impacting the digital economy.
Russia's publication of German defense firms' addresses signals a hybrid warfare tactic aimed at intimidating companies supporting Ukraine, raising cybersecurity and operational risks.
Bulgaria’s Progressive Bulgaria coalition, led by ex-president Rumen Radev, leads elections with over 40% amid anti-corruption and judicial reform demands, impacting the digital economy landscape.
Lithuania and Latvia have blocked Slovak PM Robert Fico’s flight to Moscow on May 9, reflecting geopolitical tensions impacting European airspace and regional fintech sectors.
Slovakia will block the EU's 20th sanctions package on Russia until Russian oil flows resume via the Druzhba pipeline through Ukraine, impacting EU energy and financial policies.
Russian drone attacks on Chernihiv critical infrastructure caused power outages affecting 6,000 customers, highlighting ongoing risks to energy and digital services.
Germany authorized millions in arms exports to Israel during its conflict with Iran, raising issues around export restrictions and implications for defense and fintech sectors.
The Trump administration wants GM, Ford and other manufacturers to help produce weapons, echoing WWII-era industrial mobilization.