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The European Union does not like the use of cryptocurrencies for money laundering. He wants to introduce measures

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The European Union does not like the use of cryptocurrencies for money laundering. He wants to introduce measures

Due to their anonymity, cryptocurrencies have long been associated with fraud, money laundering and other financial crimes. While users can track virtual money transfers, both the sender and recipient always remain anonymous. As part of the fight against illegal activities, the European Commission plans to ban anonymous transfers and wallets. The European Commission’s proposals, presented … Read more

Škoda has more than tripled its sales of electric cars, surpassing the VW Group in terms of growth

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Škoda has more than tripled its sales of electric cars, surpassing the VW Group in terms of growth

In the first half of the year, the German automobile concern Volkswagen almost tripled its sales of electric cars worldwide to 170,939 cars. At the Škoda Group, sales of electric cars increased to 17,697 vehicles from 4,955 vehicles a year ago. Demand in Europe in particular contributed to the growth in sales of electric cars … Read more

Well-known Dutch journalist de Vries dies, succumbed to last week’s gunshot wound – ČT24 – Czech Television

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Well-known Dutch journalist de Vries dies, succumbed to last week’s gunshot wound – ČT24 – Czech Television

“Peter fought to the end, but he was not able to win this battle,” the family said in a statement, according to Dutch television RTL. “Peter lived by his conviction: If one kneels, one cannot be free. We are incredibly proud of him and at the same time we are desperate for grief, “the message … Read more

The shot Dutch journalist Peter de Vries died in hospital

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The shot Dutch journalist Peter de Vries died in hospital

Dutch investigative journalist Peter de Vries, who was shot a week ago on a street in Amsterdam, died in hospital. This was announced by RTL television, for which he worked. “Peter fought to the end, but he was not able to win this battle,” the family said in a statement, according to Dutch television RTL. … Read more

Pascal Lamy: We need to stop vaccine apartheid

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Pascal Lamy: We need to stop vaccine apartheid

Last year, a quarter of a century has passed since the founding of the WTO. You were its co-founder and longest-serving CEO. When you look at this organization today, does it meet the goals set in 1995? Overall, yes. The WTO is fulfilling its most important goal, which is to reduce trade barriers. This may … Read more

EU first to recognize Swiss COVID certificates

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EU first to recognize Swiss COVID certificates

European passport for coronavirus vaccination – – Switzerland has become the first country outside the community whose vaccinated citizens will be able to travel across Europe without tests or quarantine. The European Commission on Thursday, July 8, recognized the Swiss certificate of vaccination against coronavirus as equivalent to a pan-European document. About it reported Swissinfo … Read more

The European Commission imposed a fine of 875 million euros on several cartels for the cartel – ČT24 – Česká televize

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The European Commission imposed a fine of 875 million euros on several cartels for the cartel – ČT24 – Česká televize

EC Vice-President and Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager said that although carmakers had the technology to reduce harmful emissions below legal limits, they avoided competition and denied consumers the opportunity to buy a car that was less polluting. “So today’s decision is about how legitimate technical cooperation has gone wrong. And we do not tolerate when … Read more

European plastic ban takes effect: goodbye cotton swabs and swabs…

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European plastic ban takes effect: goodbye cotton swabs and swabs…

The European directive that bans so-called ‘single use plastics’ will come into effect from this weekend. Stores are no longer allowed to sell disposable plastic cups, cutlery, plates, straws and stirrers. – The directive was already announced in 2018: the European Commission was going to restrict the single use of plastic. This concerns disposable items … Read more

Brussels court orders AstraZeneca to supply vaccines, …

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Brussels court orders AstraZeneca to supply vaccines, …

The Brussels court of first instance has ordered pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca to supply 50 million doses of its corona vaccine to European Union member states by September 27. That is fewer than the European Commission had demanded, but it nevertheless claims a victory. – “This decision confirms our position: AstraZeneca has not complied with the … Read more

EU allows vaccinated citizens free travel

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EU allows vaccinated citizens free travel

Photo: European Parliament EU citizens can move freely within the bloc – – Permanent representatives of 27 countries of the European Union approved the corresponding proposal of the European Commission. Citizens and residents of EU countries who have undergone a full coronavirus vaccination at least 14 days before the trip will be able to move … Read more