PACE condemns democratic decline in Georgia, urging reforms that affect political stability and the tech startup ecosystem’s growth and investment climate.
The EU has launched the first negotiation cluster for Ukraine and Moldova's accession, advancing integration efforts that could boost reforms and startup ecosystems in both countries.
US Congress approves $70B funding for immigration enforcement, impacting talent mobility and regulatory environment for tech startups and venture capital.
The U.S. House approved a bill expanding sanctions on Russia and military aid to Ukraine, impacting defense tech startups and venture capital funding amid political uncertainty.
The EU plans to restrict Microsoft, Google, and Amazon from government cloud contracts in strategic sectors to boost European tech independence.
Pussy Riot and Femen protested at the Russian pavilion during the Venice Biennale, demanding pro-Ukraine political prisoners represent Russia amid geopolitical tensions.
The EU warns Serbia may lose €1.5 billion in reform funding due to democratic backsliding, raising concerns for the country’s tech startup funding and innovation environment.
Germany’s Bundeswehr Military Technology Museum has restricted access to visitors from Uzbekistan and other Central Asian countries due to new security laws.
The U.S. Senate rejected a resolution to limit presidential war powers against Iran, allowing continued military action without congressional approval, with broader impacts on startups and venture capital.