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EU Commission Eases Data Protection Rules for Mid-Sized Businesses
The EU Commission proposed amending data protection rules to benefit approximately 38,000 mid-sized companies (250-750 employees) by extending GDPR exemptions, sparking debate on balancing economic growth with consumer data protection.
EU Commission Eases Data Protection Rules for Mid-Sized Businesses
The EU Commission proposed amending data protection rules to benefit approximately 38,000 mid-sized companies (250-750 employees) by extending GDPR exemptions, sparking debate on balancing economic growth with consumer data protection.
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40% Bias Score
Low ESG Adoption in Greek SMEs: EU Simplification Aims to Boost Implementation
A National Bank of Greece analysis reveals that only 12% of Greek SMEs have implemented ESG actions, despite over two-thirds expressing interest; the EU's simplified ESG framework aims to increase adoption, potentially boosting competitiveness and profitability.
Low ESG Adoption in Greek SMEs: EU Simplification Aims to Boost Implementation
A National Bank of Greece analysis reveals that only 12% of Greek SMEs have implemented ESG actions, despite over two-thirds expressing interest; the EU's simplified ESG framework aims to increase adoption, potentially boosting competitiveness and profitability.
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24% Bias Score
Canton Fair Fintech Initiatives Boost Chinese Exporters' Global Reach
During the 137th Canton Fair, Chinese fintech platforms launched incentive programs and new services, such as WorldFirst's "Guardian Plan", to help exporters expand globally, promising faster and cheaper cross-border payments and risk management solutions. This is in response to global trade uncerta...
Canton Fair Fintech Initiatives Boost Chinese Exporters' Global Reach
During the 137th Canton Fair, Chinese fintech platforms launched incentive programs and new services, such as WorldFirst's "Guardian Plan", to help exporters expand globally, promising faster and cheaper cross-border payments and risk management solutions. This is in response to global trade uncerta...
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52% Bias Score
Power Struggle within Spain's Business Organizations: Cepyme Election
Gerardo Cuerva is seeking re-election as head of Spain's Cepyme, facing pressure from CEOE's president, Antonio Garamendi, who backs Ángela de Miguel. Madrid's president, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, publicly supported Cuerva, who accuses Garamendi of pressuring organizations to support De Miguel and alleges ...
Power Struggle within Spain's Business Organizations: Cepyme Election
Gerardo Cuerva is seeking re-election as head of Spain's Cepyme, facing pressure from CEOE's president, Antonio Garamendi, who backs Ángela de Miguel. Madrid's president, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, publicly supported Cuerva, who accuses Garamendi of pressuring organizations to support De Miguel and alleges ...
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60% Bias Score
Greece Lags EU in SME Digital Adoption
Greece ranks second-to-last in the EU for SME digital intensity, with 46.6% scoring poorly according to Eurostat, compared to the EU average of 27.1%, indicating limited investment in digital technologies among Greek SMEs and hindering competitiveness.
Greece Lags EU in SME Digital Adoption
Greece ranks second-to-last in the EU for SME digital intensity, with 46.6% scoring poorly according to Eurostat, compared to the EU average of 27.1%, indicating limited investment in digital technologies among Greek SMEs and hindering competitiveness.
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28% Bias Score
Tecnoform Files for Liquidation, 137 Jobs at Risk
Tecnoform, a Bologna-based company with 137 employees producing caravan and boat furnishings, will file for judicial liquidation after failing to recover from two years of financial difficulties and reduced orders, jeopardizing all jobs.
Tecnoform Files for Liquidation, 137 Jobs at Risk
Tecnoform, a Bologna-based company with 137 employees producing caravan and boat furnishings, will file for judicial liquidation after failing to recover from two years of financial difficulties and reduced orders, jeopardizing all jobs.
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44% Bias Score
Cybercrime Impacts 20% of Dutch Businesses
A recent ABN Amro study reveals that 20% of Dutch companies suffered cyberattacks last year, with almost 30% of large businesses affected; SMEs significantly underestimate the risks, highlighting the need for proactive cybersecurity measures in response to rising threats and new EU regulations.
Cybercrime Impacts 20% of Dutch Businesses
A recent ABN Amro study reveals that 20% of Dutch companies suffered cyberattacks last year, with almost 30% of large businesses affected; SMEs significantly underestimate the risks, highlighting the need for proactive cybersecurity measures in response to rising threats and new EU regulations.
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40% Bias Score
CNMC Rejects Sabadell's Merger Concerns, Highlights Prior Consultation
The head of Spain's competition authority, Cani Fernández, rejected Banco Sabadell's claims that its merger with BBVA would harm SME lending, citing existing market share losses to competitors like CaixaBank and highlighting a prior consultation with over 58 entities.
CNMC Rejects Sabadell's Merger Concerns, Highlights Prior Consultation
The head of Spain's competition authority, Cani Fernández, rejected Banco Sabadell's claims that its merger with BBVA would harm SME lending, citing existing market share losses to competitors like CaixaBank and highlighting a prior consultation with over 58 entities.
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56% Bias Score
German SME Adapts to Lignite Phase-Out with €1.6 Million Investment
Gloria Fahrzeugbau, a Grevenbroich-based vehicle manufacturer, is investing €1.6 million in a new warehouse, replacing its existing building, to adapt to the decline in RWE orders due to the 2030 lignite phase-out. They are diversifying into new markets (aluminum industry, specialized vehicles) and ...
German SME Adapts to Lignite Phase-Out with €1.6 Million Investment
Gloria Fahrzeugbau, a Grevenbroich-based vehicle manufacturer, is investing €1.6 million in a new warehouse, replacing its existing building, to adapt to the decline in RWE orders due to the 2030 lignite phase-out. They are diversifying into new markets (aluminum industry, specialized vehicles) and ...
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44% Bias Score
Catalan Business Leaders Oppose BBVA-Sabadell Merger, Citing €70 Billion Credit Loss
Catalan business leaders strongly oppose the BBVA-Sabadell merger, citing a projected €70 billion credit reduction for SMEs and increased financing costs due to reduced competition, prompting a government public consultation.
Catalan Business Leaders Oppose BBVA-Sabadell Merger, Citing €70 Billion Credit Loss
Catalan business leaders strongly oppose the BBVA-Sabadell merger, citing a projected €70 billion credit reduction for SMEs and increased financing costs due to reduced competition, prompting a government public consultation.
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60% Bias Score
Indonesia-China Economic Ties: \$135 Billion Trade, and Growing Investment
In 2024, Indonesia-China trade surpassed \$135 billion, with China being Indonesia's largest trading partner and a major investor, particularly in infrastructure and nickel processing, impacting sectors like EVs and downstream industries.
Indonesia-China Economic Ties: \$135 Billion Trade, and Growing Investment
In 2024, Indonesia-China trade surpassed \$135 billion, with China being Indonesia's largest trading partner and a major investor, particularly in infrastructure and nickel processing, impacting sectors like EVs and downstream industries.
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44% Bias Score
Algerian Minister Promotes NESDA Support for Entrepreneurs
In El-Oued, Algeria, the Minister of the Knowledge Economy urged NESDA officials to better promote the agency's support for entrepreneurs, including financial aid and technical assistance, aiming to boost the national economy through partnerships with professional organizations and use of vacant pub...
Algerian Minister Promotes NESDA Support for Entrepreneurs
In El-Oued, Algeria, the Minister of the Knowledge Economy urged NESDA officials to better promote the agency's support for entrepreneurs, including financial aid and technical assistance, aiming to boost the national economy through partnerships with professional organizations and use of vacant pub...
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24% Bias Score
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