Explainers

To strengthen the EU's long-term competitiveness, simpler rules are key. The EU is on track to simplify legislation in several areas, while also protecting its economic, social and environmental goals.

The EU can impose sanctions to deter and respond to cyber-attacks which constitute an external threat to the EU or its member states.

The EU space programme helps carry out everyday activities on Earth. The satellites that the EU sends into orbit allow millions of people to communicate using new technologies, to travel by land, sea and air, and to develop ways to improve the health of our planet.

The EU and its member states work together to prevent, counter and respond to hybrid threats and campaigns affecting Europe and its citizens. 

New EU rules grant start-ups and SMEs access to supercomputers for artificial intelligence testing and development.

The digital transition is crucial for the EU's economic growth and strategic autonomy. The EU wants to ensure that Europe fully seizes the opportunities offered by the digital decade. 

The 'Path to the Digital Decade' is a programme that establishes specific digital targets that EU countries aim to achieve by 2030.

The Digital Services Act (DSA) is the world’s first digital regulation that makes digital companies across the EU accountable for the content posted on their platforms.

The EU is working on various fronts to improve its ability to respond to crises and to enhance its resilience to future challenges.

The EU's AI act is the world's first law on artificial intelligence. It aims to ensure AI systems are safe, ethical and trustworthy.