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Simplification of EU rules
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.

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

EU space policy
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.

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

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

Digital transition: shaping the EU's digital future
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.

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

Digital Services Act
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.

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

Artificial intelligence act
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.
