Beyond Kimmel: The FCC controversy reveals a greater struggle for free speech.
The reboot of Jimmy Kimmel’s program by ABC does not alleviate concerns about freedom of speech. The FCC’s actions under Brendan Carr warn of drastic future changes in the media ecosystem. Carr, aligned with Trump, seeks to punish media companies and erode the First Amendment by pressuring broadcasters. Trump threatens to revoke broadcast licenses of critical networks. Carr also seeks to expand media concentration, allowing greater authoritarian control over information.
How Europe Can Thrive in a Multipolar World?
Europe faces challenges with Russian military aggression and Chinese technological advancements. The EU must seek strategic autonomy, reform policies, strengthen the defense industry, promote AI, and create an innovation agency for dual-use technologies. Additionally, drive a digital euro, integrate electrical grids, foster a circular economy for critical materials, and reform fiscal rules. Globally, avoid protectionism, lead rule-based trade agendas, and protect global public goods.
Day of Palestine at the UN
At the 80th UN General Assembly, the fracture between Israel, the US and the international community over recognition of Palestine is highlighted, with the US, according to the UK, Canada, Australia, and Portugal. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza persists, and the two-state solution is debated despite Israeli resistance and US support.
AI Sovereignty in Kenya: Crafting a Future with Local Ownership and Innovation.
Kenya seeks to be a reference in local and inclusive artificial intelligence (AI), investing in infrastructure, human capabilities and innovation to overcome the rural-urban gap and reduce dependence on foreign systems.
The World Reaches 60 Gigatonnes of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Global greenhouse gas emissions will exceed 60 gigatons (GT) of CO2eq by 2025, projecting an increase to 67.2 GT by 2050, which could cause a temperature increase above 2 °C. Despite this, many countries are improving their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) to reduce emissions, highlighting significant improvements in sectors such as transportation, industry, and energy. Some leading countries, such as the EU and Brazil, are committed to reducing emissions, while emerging countries like China and India are increasing theirs…