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2026-04-19 06:56:08 UTC

Growing up now is growing up online.
Young people in Europe spend much of their lives in digital spaces where they connect, learn and express themselves.
But they can also face risks like cyberbullying, disinformation and harmful content.
We want to ensure a safer online environment for them:
🔹The Digital Services Act
🔹The EU Action against cyberbullying
🔹Mental health support
🔹The EU strategy on child sexual abuse online
🔹Age-appropriate protections
👉 https://link.europa.eu/bmBQRP
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2026-04-18 07:30:00 UTC

75 years ago, the path to the European Union began. 🇪🇺
On 18 April 1951, the Treaty of Paris was signed, establishing the European Coal and Steel Community.
🇧🇪🇫🇷🇮🇹🇩🇪🇳🇱🇱🇺 joined forces to build a shared market, choosing cooperation over conflict.
Born from the desire for peace and a united Europe after WWII, this treaty laid the foundation for the Union we know today.
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2026-04-16 14:56:53 UTC

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Hi, @npub1vpg…ghrq. You can find more information about Erasmus+ and how it works here: https://link.europa.eu/T3yDMB

2026-04-16 13:49:47 UTC

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Hi, [@Research_FTW](https://sciences.social/@Research_FTW ) thank you for your comment. Holding platforms accountable is key and EU rules like the Digital Services Act already address this. Age verification is meant to complement that and not replace it, especially when it comes to protecting younger users. More info here: https://link.europa.eu/gbRf9h

2026-04-16 13:44:38 UTC

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Hi, @npub1s3e…flzt. Platforms already have responsibilities under the Digital Services Act when it comes to protecting users, including minors.
This solution complements those efforts by giving users a way to prove their age online while protecting their privacy. More info here: https://link.europa.eu/gbRf9h

2026-04-16 13:41:00 UTC

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More information: https://link.europa.eu/cKjMRh

2026-04-16 13:40:51 UTC

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Hi, @npub1suw…uedf .
Parents play a key role in keeping children safe online.
That is why the Commission also engages with parents, young people and educators to better understand their perspectives. For example, a Special Panel on child safety online was held recently to discuss how to make the digital environment safer for children.
The aim is not to replace parents, but to help ensure that children can enjoy the opportunities of the online world in a safe way.

2026-04-16 13:19:32 UTC

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Hi,[@anarchic_teapot](https://oc.todon.fr/@anarchic_teapot ) The comparison is just an example to illustrate situations where age needs to be confirmed.
The focus here is on enabling that online in a way that protects users’ privacy by only confirming age, not identity.
More information: https://link.europa.eu/fkGCth

2026-04-16 13:07:56 UTC

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Hi, @npub1cup…5s6r The goal is actually to let you prove your age without sharing your identity with websites or platforms.
If you’re interested in how it works in practice, you can read more here:
https://link.europa.eu/fkGCth

2026-04-16 12:04:32 UTC

5,000 lives, one unwavering mission 🇺🇦🇪🇺
We have reached a vital milestone: 5,000 Ukrainian patients have now been evacuated through the European Civil Protection Mechanism.
This is the largest medical evacuation operation ever coordinated by the EU.
21 EU countries and Norway have welcomed patients for treatment.
We are deeply committed to supporting the most vulnerable.
Our Rzeszów Hub in Poland has been facilitating these transfers since September 2022.
More 👉 https://link.europa.eu/tWqvhM
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2026-04-16 07:00:03 UTC

UK, welcome back to Erasmus+ 🇪🇺🇬🇧
The EU and the United Kingdom sealed the deal to bring the UK back into Erasmus+ from 2027.
We are rebuilding opportunities for the next generation to study, work and grow together, giving people the chance to connect across borders once again.
It will also help create and deepen partnerships between our academic institutions.
Together again through learning, exchange and connection 🤝
More: https://link.europa.eu/MHc9JP
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2026-04-15 14:36:46 UTC

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Hi, @npub19cq…tue5 Thank you for sharing! 😊 Luxembourg is a great example of how multilingualism brings people and cultures together.

2026-04-15 14:34:43 UTC

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We are rooting for you, @npub1asj…nstk
! 😊 Veel succes met het leren van Nederlands

2026-04-15 14:32:51 UTC

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Impressive list! Every language learned helps bring people closer together (in your case online and offline😉).

2026-04-15 12:28:38 UTC

It is for parents to raise their children. Not platforms.
The European Age Verification App is ready.
It will allow users to prove their age when accessing online platforms. Just like shops ask for proof of age for people buying alcoholic beverages.
And it ticks all the boxes:
✅ Highest privacy standards in the world
✅ Works on any device
✅ Easy to use
✅ Fully open source
More info: https://link.europa.eu/HmnrJc
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2026-04-15 07:11:29 UTC

Hello, Bonjour, Γειά σου, Hallo, Ciao, Здравейте, Ahoj, Olá, Hoi, Labas… 👋
Multilingualism is one of our founding principles in the EU.
68 years ago, the first-ever EU law, Regulation 1/58, established our official EU languages.
Starting with Dutch, French, German, and Italian, we now have 24 official EU languages!
Through languages, we can build connections, discover new cultures, develop life-long friendships.
Which languages do you speak, and which one would you like to learn next?
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2026-04-14 14:19:48 UTC

A more independent Europe means homegrown, affordable, and reliable energy.
⚡ So far: renewables and nuclear energy already make up over 70% of our electricity generation.
🔋 Next: we are accelerating grid connections and storage so no clean power goes to waste.
🔌 The future: we are launching a new electrification strategy this summer to make Europe more independent.
We are moving away from expensive fossil fuels and toward a system that works for our people and the planet.
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2026-04-13 10:30:49 UTC

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Hi, @npub137l…ytwt Thank you for your comment. The initiative aims to support AI skills, innovation and access to infrastructure across Europe, including for businesses, researchers and people developing AI skills.

2026-04-12 07:30:03 UTC

The vibrant patterns on Pysanka eggs are powerful symbols of a nation’s unbroken spirit. 🇺🇦
As we prepare for the high-level meeting for the return of Ukrainian children, our commitment clear, to the lives we protect together:
💙 offering a safe haven in the EU to millions displaced by the war
🚑 providing unprecedented financial, humanitarian, diplomatic, and military support
💡 providing energy support to help families through the cold winter
Hope is action.
We #StandWithUkraine
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2026-04-10 12:27:41 UTC

In 2023, we reached a major milestone in global trade.
Our total trade in services reached €5,933 billion. We exported far more than we imported, giving our economy a €605 billion boost.
Our latest data show that surplus was mostly driven by European businesses successfully setting up physical operations abroad.
Our strongest connections? United States, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland.
Check out how Europe is performing on the world stage 👇
https://link.europa.eu/bq8bY9
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2026-04-10 08:34:07 UTC

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Hi @npub1388…mtxp! The EU AI Act already includes environmental protection provisions. Providers of general-purpose AI models, which are trained on large data amounts and therefore prone to high energy consumption, must disclose their energy consumption. In case of general-purpose AI models with systemic risks, energy efficiency needs to be assessed. You can find more information here: https://link.europa.eu/rJPDpD

2026-04-10 07:49:50 UTC

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Hi @npub13sv…6et5! AI already plays a crucial role in our daily lives. As it develops, AI holds even greater potential to improve the lives of EU citizens: enhancing disease prevention, reducing traffic fatalities, anticipating cyber threats, and much more. That's why we are proposing rules and actions for AI, enabling us to harness its full potential and maximise its benefits.

2026-04-09 14:22:22 UTC

Europe, the AI Continent.
One year ago, we launched the AI Continent Action Plan. Since then, we have made huge strides:
✅ 19 AI factories are now live across EU countries.
✅ We established the AI Skills Academy to train experts.
✅ The AI Omnibus is cutting costs for business.
✅ We have earmarked €1 billion to support AI adoption in industry.
We are building a secure and innovative AI future for Europe.
Here's how 👉 https://link.europa.eu/nj3VH9
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2026-04-08 13:58:42 UTC

🟢International🔴Roma🔵Day
Today we honour Roma culture and its contributions to European history.
Some 10–12 million Roma in Europe, with many facing antigypsyism, isolation, poverty, and limited access to essentials like housing and education.
The EU Roma Strategic Framework 2020–2030 sets clear goals for inclusion and remains our compass.
Roma communities deserve equality and full rights as Europeans.
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2026-04-08 10:33:38 UTC

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Hi @npub1mqr…qlr3! We are taking action. We support EU countries in protecting and improving the health of their citizens. You can find more information on how we are doing this here: https://link.europa.eu/NCCdqT

2026-04-07 07:58:25 UTC

Healthcare is a basic right.
Not a privilege. Not a luxury. 💙
Today, on World Health Day, we're reminded that access to quality healthcare is essential for fairness and progress for individuals, communities, and societies worldwide.
We're committed to turning research into action through collaboration to protect health.
Let's build a healthier future together.
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2026-04-06 07:30:04 UTC

We are turning digital policy into tangible benefits for all EU citizens.
Our updated Digital Europe Programme focuses on:
👉 Online safety: an app for victims of cyberbullying to report incidents.
👉 Education: €10 million to keep school data safe and independent from non-EU platforms.
👉 A new call for Safer Internet Centres to help keep children and young people protected online.
👉 A new Data Act legal helpdesk to help businesses navigate new data sharing rules.
➡️ https://link.europa.eu/d4XbWp
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2026-04-05 07:30:00 UTC

Seven eggs, seven European goals.
We are celebrating this Easter season with seven clear goals for a better Europe, each one a plan for your security, your wellbeing, your rights, and a greener future.
We have gathered them all in one basket to build a stronger Union for every one of you.
The EU is moving forward, together. 🇪🇺
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2026-04-03 07:30:04 UTC

From a call with a range of a few city blocks to a seamless Digital Single Market.📱
While on this day in 1973, M. Cooper made history by initiating the first cell call, Europe’s GSM standard marked the global revolution that digitised mobile tech.
Since 2017, the EU’s ‘Roam Like at Home’ has transformed international connectivity:
🔸€0 extra for data, calls, texts
🔸Seamless 5G
🔸No unexpected charges on boats
🔸As of 2026, includes Ukraine and Moldova
Free for you. Fair for operators.

2026-04-02 13:20:33 UTC

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Hello @npub1vvn…ejq3 ! This is not about replacing parental responsibility. Our aim is to make sure children are empowered and protected online, and here digital literacy can play an important role for children, their parents, and teachers. Tech platforms also have a responsibility to ensure the safety of users online, and we will continue working to make sure they live up to that responsibility.

2026-04-02 13:19:21 UTC

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Hello @npub1mnd…mkd4! DSA fines can reach up to 6% of a provider’s total worldwide annual turnover. The exact amount is calculated case by case, taking into account, the nature of the breach, its gravity, especially the scale and seriousness of impact on EU users and systemic risks.
Learn more here: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/qanda_20_2348

2026-04-02 12:30:49 UTC

We have opened formal proceedings under the Digital Services Act to investigate how Snapchat exposes minors to grooming, recruitment for criminal purposes, and illegal products.
Key areas of investigation include:
🔹Grooming & recruitment of minors 🔹Age verification and access for under-13s
🔹Default privacy & safety settings
🔹Spread of illegal or age-restricted products
🔹Reporting of illegal content
We will now carry out an in-depth investigation.
More info: https://link.europa.eu/gXFbqm  
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2026-04-02 10:25:49 UTC

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Hi, @npub1p09…0t62. An open internet also needs to be a safe one. The EU’s approach to age verification is about helping users prove they’re over 18 for age-restricted content, without sharing personal data.
More info here:
https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/policies/eu-age-verification

2026-04-02 09:26:29 UTC

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Thanks for the comment, @npub10jd…d8y6!
We are looking into many platforms, including X and Facebook. You can find an overview of our DSA-related investigations here: https://link.europa.eu/ngkJPH

2026-04-02 08:11:45 UTC

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Spotting and stopping it is a shared responsibility.
Before sharing content online, consider:
✔️ Check the source
✔️ Be cautious of strong emotional content
✔️ Verify images authenticity
✔️ Use fact-checking sites
✔️ Stop the spread of disinformation

2026-04-02 08:10:52 UTC

Fact-checking is more important than ever.
In a world shaped by AI-generated content, deepfakes, and increasingly sophisticated misleading narratives, it’s becoming harder to tell what’s real and what’s not.
That’s why we’re acting - with stronger rules and tools to tackle disinformation:
🔹The Digital Services Act
🔹The Code of Conduct on disinformation
🔹EUvsDisinfo
🔹European Digital Media Observatory
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2026-04-01 08:00:45 UTC

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Hi @npub17m5…rjf5, thank you for your message. Did you try pressing the ‘More share options’ button? Mastodon should be in the list 😊

2026-04-01 07:49:20 UTC

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Hello, @npub1rw5…xuhn. Thanks for pointing this out. The link works now.

2026-03-31 15:40:24 UTC

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Hi, [@pasci_lei](https://social.pascal-leinert.de/@pasci_lei ) The EU’s approach focuses on protecting minors online, including age verification solutions that let users prove they are over 18 WITHOUT sharing additional personal data. More info here: https://link.europa.eu/HY8R6b

2026-03-31 15:30:26 UTC

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Hello, @npub1a9m…kgrd.
It refers to the share of municipal waste that is recycled; meaning waste that enters recycling operations, not just what is sorted by households.

2026-03-31 15:15:38 UTC

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Hi @npub1s2t…5cxd, Good point! Both waste generation and recycling rates matter to understand the full picture, and both are tracked across the EU.

2026-03-31 15:05:32 UTC

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Hi @npub19zg…yrlz, Thanks for the feedbac. Clarity and accessibility are important to us.
To make the content accessible, the post includes alt text with the full country names and data. We’ll keep your point on visual clarity in mind for future content.

2026-03-31 14:09:51 UTC

🇦🇺🔓🇪🇺
The EU and Australia open negotiations on Australia’s association to Horizon Europe — the world’s largest and most prestigious research and innovation funding programme.
Read more: link.europa.eu/4VQthN
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2026-03-31 12:39:16 UTC

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Hi @npub1c28…drdw, No hiding here! We use the EU's own shortener (link.europa.eu) to keep things readable. Same destination, tidier link.

2026-03-31 12:26:56 UTC

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Hi @npub1svn…je5k ! Thanks for flagging this! The link should be available now.

2026-03-31 11:49:06 UTC

We believe in an open and safe internet for everyone in all EU countries.
Major online platforms have shared their latest reports on how they are combating disinformation. Since we brought these commitments under the Digital Services Act, they are no longer optional.
Tech companies now have a clear legal benchmark they must meet, giving us the tools to ensure they follow through on their responsibilities.
Transparency is key to a safe digital space ↓
https://disinfocode.eu/reports
#DSA
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2026-03-31 07:42:08 UTC

⏰ Final call!
You have exactly one week left to apply for the Blue Book Traineeship before applications close on 7 April 2026, 10:00 a.m. (Brussels time).
Don’t miss the opportunity to work at the heart of the EU and gain valuable experience.
This is your chance!
Apply now 👉 https://link.europa.eu/YNDggC
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2026-03-30 13:13:01 UTC

Waste is not the end of the story ♻️
In the EU, the average person generates around 5 tonnes of waste every year.
Almost half of this is recycled, helping turn waste into valuable resources.
The International Day of Zero Waste is a reminder that waste is a resource we cannot afford not to use.
In the EU, we act to reduce waste and increase recycling with innovative laws and funding for industry.
Less waste. More value. A more circular Europe.
More: https://link.europa.eu/jKmQdC
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2026-03-29 07:30:01 UTC

In the EU, healthcare is a public service, not a consumer product.
Our latest report shows how Europeans can benefit from it:
💶The average annual healthcare spend per person is €870
🏥68.4% rate their health as ‘very good’ or ‘good’
Full report ➡️ https://link.europa.eu/WHxcQM
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2026-03-28 08:43:07 UTC

For 20 years, #EarthHour has brought millions of people together for our planet.
Tonight, we’re switching off the lights at our Brussels headquarters to mark this global moment.
Homes, workplaces, and public buildings use 40% of Europe’s energy. Every action counts.
Take part. Switch off your lights for an hour. Build a brighter, more sustainable future together. 💡🌱
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2026-03-27 10:39:41 UTC

Working 24/7 to tackle crises.
When commercial transport froze in the Middle East, the EU mobilised support for our citizens.
We've provided coordination and funded up to 75% of repatriation flight costs to bring citizens home. For the first time, we also deployed 5 fully EU-funded rescEU flights.
The results? EU solidarity has already brought 13,000 people to safety on 90+ flights.
From the first call for help to the final landing, protecting our citizens.
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2026-03-26 16:39:46 UTC

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Hey @npub1alh…pct0 that's actually a great idea, thank you for mentioning beavers! They play a very important role in our ecosystem, and that's why they are protected by our Habitats Directive.
We also funded this project that aimed to raise awareness of the benefits that beavers bring to the environment. Take a look at the results: https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/life/publicWebsite/project/LIFE19-GIE-SI-001111/life-with-the-beaver-wetlands-and-climate-change

2026-03-26 15:20:52 UTC

Europe must be ready before the first fire even starts.
We’re acting against devastating wildfires:
🔶 Making landscapes more resistant to fires
🔶 Expanding the EU’s joint firefighting fleet
🔶 Pre-positioning European firefighters in vulnerable places
🔶 Establishing a European firefighting hub in Cyprus
🔶 Developing satellite and AI-based tools to better predict and manage wildfires
🔶 Involving Europeans in wildfire preparedness through a European Citizens’ Panel
https://link.europa.eu/kVBNqT
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2026-03-25 10:03:17 UTC

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Hello @npub1y8w…ekzn!
The Free Trade Agreement between Australia and the EU at this point will make it easier for researchers to move between the two continents. For the future, the parties have also agreed to launch formal negotiations for the association of Australia to Horizon Europe.
You can learn more here: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_645

2026-03-25 09:47:03 UTC

On this day, 69 years ago, six countries took a leap of faith and signed the Treaty of Rome. 🇧🇪 🇩🇪 🇫🇷 🇮🇹 🇱🇺 🇳🇱
They chose cooperation over division, laying the foundations for what would become today’s European Union.
From a shared market to shared ambitions, that vision has grown far beyond economics. It’s about connection, opportunity, and celebrating what makes each member country unique.
Different languages, cultures, and histories, one common journey.
United in diversity, then and now. 💙
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2026-03-24 11:30:26 UTC

Two continents. One strong partnership 🇪🇺🤝🇦🇺
After almost a decade of work, we concluded the EU–Australia Free Trade Agreement. A win on both sides.
The agreement will:
🌍 boost EU exports to Australia, with growth of 33% expected over the next decade
🌍 save €1 billion in tariffs
🌍 create new opportunities for businesses and farmers
🌍 strengthen cooperation on critical raw materials, security and defence, and research
A relationship built for the long term.
More: https://link.europa.eu/ytWPdQ
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2026-03-23 15:47:35 UTC

The EU Ecolabel is a brand’s shortcut to staying ahead:
ℹ️ It ensures products meet the EU legislation on green information
🪙 Provides clear energy and water criteria to help optimise production and cut costs
🌿Is a verified, life-cycle guaranteed mark of environmental excellence
From textiles to tourism, the EU Ecolabel helps stay competitive.♻️
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2026-03-23 09:05:31 UTC

Europe champions digital freedom and its open source community.
We have introduced a tailored approach to boost open source development across EU countries and ensure it is safe from cyber threats.
We only apply security rules to software used in commercial activities.
We are also creating open source software stewards to support security with a light-touch regime and no administrative fines.
Find out more 👇
https://link.europa.eu/Jc7hBy
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2026-03-22 08:30:44 UTC

A decade ago, Brussels and the entire country stood still. 🇧🇪🕯️
In the silence that followed the attacks, the city found its voice through resilience.
Today, we honour the victims, their families, and every person who continues to carry the weight of that day.
Collective strength helps us to heal.
We will never forget.
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2026-03-20 17:00:18 UTC

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, we are taking action here:
-Renewables: our energy policies (Fit for 55 and REPowerEU) are driving deployment of renewables.
-Batteries: Battery Booster Package of EUR 1.8-billion to scale up European battery manufacturing.
-Nuclear: Last year, we changed our State aid rules to expand support for nuclear fission and fuels, and just last week we presented the New European Strategy for Small Modular Reactors.

2026-03-20 15:26:53 UTC

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Europe is taking concrete action to protect its people and shape its future in a changing world.
Together, Europe delivers.
Read the Statement by President von der Leyen: link.europa.eu/XqdWh3 #EUCO

2026-03-20 15:26:43 UTC

🇪🇺 Unity is our greatest strength.
EU Leaders met in Brussels yesterday and tackled some of the biggest challenges shaping our future:
⚡ Action to lower energy prices and boost energy independence
🌍 Calls for de-escalation in the Middle East
🇺🇦 Continued support for Ukraine
📈 A new ‘One Europe, One Market’ agenda to strengthen competitiveness 🛡️ Stronger defence readiness and security across Europe
🌐 Commitment to multilateralism and international law
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2026-03-19 15:58:20 UTC

Everyone in Europe should have access to affordable energy.
Through the Citizens Energy Package, we’re taking concrete actions and helping EU countries to put them into practice:
⚡ Lower energy costs, clearer bills, and easier switching between suppliers
🏡 Support energy communities and self-consumers
📉 Reduce dependence on fossil fuels and limit exposure to price volatility
🛡️ Fight energy poverty and protect vulnerable households
More: https://link.europa.eu/X9DJDW
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2026-03-18 14:28:28 UTC

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Hi @npub1mvm…jt09, a good administration is capable of doing more than one thing at a time. We have experts working on all kinds of issues, like keeping Europe safe from threats, and making life more affordable for people who live here. Just last week, we put forward some initiatives to boost investment in homegrown clean energy solutions, increase resilience and lower energy bills for our citizens. You can read more about it here: https://link.europa.eu/vc4M4x

2026-03-18 13:43:36 UTC

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Hi @npub10jd…d8y6! Indeed, it will be a regulation , not a directive😉

2026-03-18 11:33:11 UTC

🚀 Europe, it’s time to scale.
We are introducing EU Inc.:
🔸 Start a company in less than 48 hours
🔸 Fully online and borderless
🔸 No minimum capital requirement
To compete globally, Europe needs speed, scale, and strength.
This is how we get there.
Find out more: https://link.europa.eu/98NtPw
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2026-03-17 14:51:38 UTC

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Dia dhuit @npub19jy…ystn, applicants must have a good knowledge of two EU official languages, of which one is a working language of the EU (C1 level- EN, FR or DE), while their second EU language must be at least B2 level. Many Irish students acquire a B2 level or higher in Gaeilge upon completion of their post-primary school studies, in addition to another language such as FR, DE or ES, which means they easily fulfil the language requirements . More info here: https://link.europa.eu/VjH6B4

2026-03-16 12:57:12 UTC

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Hi [@r_alb](https://mastodon.social/@r_alb ), the rights, principles and safeguards that define EU data protection are not in question. What we are addressing in our Digital Omnibus are calls for targeted amendments to clarify, simplify and harmonise certain aspects of the GDPR. There is no move to weaken user rights. Access, correction and erasure remain at the centre of our data protection approach.

2026-03-16 12:54:20 UTC

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Hi [@paranormal_distribution](https://fosstodon.org/@paranormal_distribution ), what we are addressing in our Digital Omnibus are calls for targeted amendments to clarify, simplify and harmonise certain aspects of the GDPR. There is no move to weaken user rights or limit people's control over their data. Access, correction and erasure remain at the centre of our data protection approach.

2026-03-16 12:52:51 UTC

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Hi [@henry_null](https://sueden.social/@henry_null ), thanks to our DMA regulation we are giving power back to developers by reducing their reliance on Apple and Google’s app stores. Developers can now directly inform users about better oﬀers outside of app stores. They can also distribute their apps via alternative app stores or directly from the web. Consumers beneﬁt too, as they can now be informed within the apps about better and cheaper oﬀers and be redirected to them.
More here: https://link.europa.eu/HJTPCb

2026-03-16 09:01:22 UTC

📘 Want to experience working for the EU? The Blue Book traineeship applications are OPEN!
✔️ 5-month paid traineeship
✔️ Starts in October 2026
✔️ You can apply with any Bachelor’s degree
✔️ Gain first-hand insights into how the EU works for you
✔️ Meet new people and build lifelong friendships
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, so don’t miss out!
⏳ Deadline: 7 April 2026, 10:00 a.m. (Brussels time)
👉 Apply now: https://link.europa.eu/YNDggC
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2026-03-15 08:00:03 UTC

When it comes to consumer protection, no region in the world does it better than Europe. 🇪🇺
On #WorldConsumerRightsDay, it’s worth remembering: more than 50 years of advocacy don’t just sit in policy papers — they show up in your daily life: in fair transactions, safe products, and transparent contracts.
Let’s keep working to make it even stronger!
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2026-03-13 14:17:48 UTC

Supporting the people and ecosystems that sustain us. 🌱
We are working to ensure Europe’s food and water security remains unshakable.
This means:
✔️ ensuring farmers receive fair compensation,
✔️ using open technology to protect our water from pollution, and
✔️ rewarding the restoration of our soils and biodiversity
By valuing our farmers, our bees and our soils, we protect the health of every citizen.
Towards a more resilient, healthy Europe.
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2026-03-13 08:00:59 UTC

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Hello @npub1lte…nuyv
The tool Tracemap helps authorities map out complex supply chains in mere minutes. It does not test for contamination, but collects vast amounts of datapoints, like test results, batches, producers, transports.
You can see how the tool works here: https://food.ec.europa.eu/food-safety/acn/tracemap_en

2026-03-13 08:00:03 UTC

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Hello @npub1zdy…tk04! Any food product sold in the EU must comply with the EU’s strict food safety and sanitary standards, whether it is produced in the EU or imported. Regular import controls are a big part of making sure that what we import to the EU is safe.
Learn more here: https://food.ec.europa.eu/horizontal-topics/official-controls-and-enforcement/imported-products_en

2026-03-13 07:26:16 UTC

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Thanks for looking into this and sharing the link, @npub1q8f…lxtj!

2026-03-12 12:22:58 UTC

Smarter and more transparent food ecosystem.
Our new AI-powered TraceMap tool will keep fraudulent and contaminated food off your local supermarket’s shelves.
By monitoring the agri-food supply chain in real-time, it will:
🚫 Spot risks with improved screening accuracy
🦠 Track shipments in seconds to stop foodborne disease outbreaks
🛒 Remove non-compliant products from the market faster
Better data. Faster recalls. Safer meals.
Protecting you.
🔗 https://link.europa.eu/pbt6XB
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2026-03-12 09:14:11 UTC

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How about 27 countries, @npub19jy…ystn?
Belgium, Bulgaria, Czechia, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Ireland, Greece, Spain, France, Croatia, Italy, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Hungary, Malta, Netherlands, Austria, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Slovakia, Finland, Sweden.
Why do you ask?

2026-03-12 08:48:24 UTC

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Hello @npub1ugz…89an!
We are not proposing to exclude young people from the internet. Our post is about convening a panel of experts, from youth advocates to computer scientists, to weigh different options. The next panels will actually focus on the advantages for minors in accessing online spaces, and how to prevent risks and harms without losing these benefits.
We are all about a balanced approach, and listening to the voices of experts.

2026-03-12 08:44:21 UTC

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Hi @npub1x3k…w6w9!
Thanks for sharing your views. Rest assured we are approaching this subject with the utmost care. Our post is about convening a panel of experts, whose role it is to advise us. Computer scientists, youth advocates, digital literacy experts, they all have a seat at the table.
Regarding your thoughts on privacy-preserving age verification, you may find that the solution you are describing here is quite similar to the solution we are developing.
Read more: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/news/commission-makes-available-age-verification-blueprint

2026-03-11 15:50:34 UTC

Taking a bold step toward 🇪🇺 tech independence.
We’re investing €75 million to build EURO-3C, a new federated Telco-Edge-Cloud infrastructure that merges telecoms and cloud computing.
Our goal is simple: to ensure Europe has the power to deliver its own digital services securely and independently. This project supports innovation in 6G and AI while benefiting the economies of all EU countries.
Transparency and digital sovereignty are at the heart of our work.
👉 https://link.europa.eu/DYdTNP

2026-03-11 15:28:25 UTC

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Hello @npub1rth…8g9j! Thank you for sharing your view on this matter.
Feel free to dig deeper into the topic here, where we address some common concerns about waste and fuel procurement: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/qanda_26_556

2026-03-11 14:44:27 UTC

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Hallo, @npub1hhq…g3su, danke für's Teilen! Wir freuen uns, wenn Nutzer im Fediverse auf unser Pressematerial zugreifen.
Noch tiefergehende Infos zum Thema gibt's auch noch hier: https://energy.ec.europa.eu/topics/nuclear-energy/small-modular-reactors/small-modular-reactors-explained_en
Und hier: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/qanda_26_556

2026-03-11 08:33:54 UTC

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Hello, @npub1cs7…7fam! This is not about replacing parental responsibility. We want to ensure that children are empowered and protected online, and digital literacy can play an important role here for children, their parents and teachers.

2026-03-10 18:30:38 UTC

Accelerating the transition to homegrown clean energy has become urgent.
Today, we presented a news set of initiatives to boost clean energy investment, strengthen Europe’s energy independence, and lower energy prices, including:
🏠 Citizen’s Energy Package - reducing household bills, empowering citizens, and tackling energy poverty.
💶 Clean Energy Investment Strategy – mobilising private investment for Europe’s clean energy transition.
More information: https://link.europa.eu/vc4M4x
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2026-03-10 17:08:17 UTC

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Hi @npub1svn…je5k, this is not about replacing parental responsibility. We want to ensure that children are empowered and protected online, and digital literacy can play an important role here for children, their parents and teachers.

2026-03-10 17:04:22 UTC

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Hello @npub1hly…nay3, thanks for sharing feedback on our content. Please never hesitate to let us know when we have forgotten to include ALT-text!
We want to know what our community thinks. What kind of content would you like to see more of?

2026-03-10 17:02:44 UTC

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Thank you for your questions, @npub1er8…6pq2!
Privacy is a core consideration in this work. The EU age verification solution that we are testing is specifically designed to confirm age without collecting any other identity data. Imagine it works like this: the adult-only website you want to access will only know if you are 18 or over, nothing else.
You can learn more about our approach to age verification here: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/policies/eu-age-verification

2026-03-10 16:58:46 UTC

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Hello @npub1htx…gqzq! The Panel brings together independent health experts, child rights specialists and youth representatives. Its mandate is focused on how to better protect children online, including looking at addictive features and algorithms. That scope is set out publicly and transparently.

2026-03-10 16:56:58 UTC

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Hello @npub1g9w…gw7v! We have edited the post to include ALT-text now, please never hesitate to let us know when we have forgotten to include it.
We do like to engage with the community here, sometimes it just takes us a while to get to your comments. 🐘 💜
Do you have any further feedback on our content? Let us know!

2026-03-10 16:43:27 UTC

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hi @npub1dr7…q5k4!
We also read your comments, sometimes it just takes us a while to get to them all. 😉
We now edited the post to include ALT-text. Please never hesitate to let us know when it's missing. We welcome all feedback on our content. What do you think we should be doing better?

2026-03-10 16:41:49 UTC

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Hello @npub1ec0…qkpw!
At this stage, we are meeting with experts and youth representatives to discuss the issue. Yesterday's discussions revolved around holding tech companies accountable & promoting digital literacy. While age verification may be a part of a future solution, we are developing and testing a privacy-first age verification method. It’s like this: the site you want to access will only receive the info if you are over 18 or not, nothing else.
More info here: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/news/commission-makes-available-age-verification-blueprint

2026-03-10 16:15:34 UTC

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Thanks for sharing your view, @npub1pj3…sug2. You're setting a great example! Digital literacy for children, parents and teachers is actually one of the core topics the Panel is working on. The aim is not to replace parental responsibility but to ensure platforms also take responsibility for the environments they create for young users.

2026-03-10 16:08:23 UTC

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Hello @npub1ws2…ugjk! This panel was commissioned to forge a strong, realistic, European approach to keep our children safe in the digital age. In all of this work we will be guided by the need to empower parents and build a safer Europe for our children.
However, if you have concerns over privacy relating to age verification, you can learn more about the privacy-first age verification solution we are developing here: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/news/commission-makes-available-age-verification-blueprint

2026-03-10 16:00:00 UTC

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Hello @npub1ugz…89an! Your suggestion is a little bit extreme for us, we don’t really believe in excluding anyone based on their age. 😎
But we do believe in including young people in our policy process. That’s why, as just one example, we established the first ever presidential youth advisory board. Youth representatives from every EU country met with President Von der Leyen last year to discuss this very issue.
And that wasn’t just a one-time thing. Learn more here: https://commission.europa.eu/topics/youth/presidents-youth-advisory-board_en

2026-03-10 15:43:47 UTC

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Our designer said it's meant to be a zebra, @npub1gl6…klmr.
We just updated our ALT-text to make it more clear. 😉

2026-03-10 15:43:30 UTC

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Hello @npub166a…82v2! At this stage, we are gathering information and assessing the issue. We include youth representatives alongside specialists from fields like health, computer science, child rights & digital literacy in our policymaking.
At this panel, participants discussed the responsibility of tech companies, as well as digital literacy for children, their parents and teachers.
You can get involved in our policies too! Check this space for debates that interest you: https://citizens.ec.europa.eu/index_en

2026-03-10 10:01:16 UTC

For digital spaces built on safety, transparency, and freedom.
We brought together top experts for our new Special Panel on child safety online.
We are looking into real solutions, like harmonised age limits for social media across all EU countries , and making sure tech platforms step up to protect young minds.
We are here to help make the internet a safer playground.
More 👉 https://link.europa.eu/cKjMRh
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2026-03-09 14:28:50 UTC

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That's right, @npub1z5x…se2q! Marie Skłodowska Curie is an inspiration! That's why we named a programme to fund researchers after her! For the past 30 years, the Maire Skłodowska Curie actions have funded talented researchers to move abroad and work in other countries.
Learn more: https://marie-sklodowska-curie-actions.ec.europa.eu/30th-anniversary

2026-03-08 07:00:05 UTC

Brilliant European women powered progress, but the credit did not always go to them.
Melitta Bentz invented the coffee filter. History called her a ‘housewife’.
Marthe Gautier found Down Syndrome’s extra chromosome. Her boss took the spotlight.
Maria Anna Mozart composed masterpieces. Wolfgang Amadeus’ name survived, hers vanished.
Janet Sobel pioneered drip painting. Jackson Pollock was the genius.
This International Women’s Day, let’s restore their stories and give the credit they deserve!
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