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Brookfield / Oaktree Merger Approval

The European Commission has approved the proposed concentration by which Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. will acquire sole control over Oaktree Capital Group Holdings, L.P. The decision was made under the EU Merger Regulation, with no opposition to the transaction.

EU Cooperation on Artificial Intelligence at India Summit

The European Union, represented by Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen, will attend the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi to strengthen cooperation with India on AI governance and innovation. The visit aims to advance the EU's approach to AI, emphasizing trust, innovation, and international collaboration.

New Delhi Declaration on AI Endorsed by 92 Countries

92 countries and international organizations endorsed the New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact at the AI Impact Summit 2026. The declaration outlines a shared global vision for collaborative, trusted, and resilient AI, structured around seven pillars of action and supported by voluntary global initiatives.

EU Endorses AI Declaration and Launches Legal Gateway Office

The European Union has endorsed the Leaders' Declaration at the AI Impact Summit in India and launched the European Legal Gateway Office to connect EU companies with India's ICT talent. The initiative also aims to strengthen global AI governance and promote AI innovation.

Draft Code of Practice on AI Content Marking Published

The European Commission has published a second draft Code of Practice on AI content marking, intended to help providers and deployers meet AI Act requirements. This revised draft aims to streamline processes, reduce compliance burdens, and incorporate feedback from various stakeholders.

EU Commission Launches €75 Million EURO-3C Project for Telco-Edge-Cloud

The European Commission has announced the EURO-3C project, a €75 million initiative to build a federated Telco-Edge-Cloud infrastructure. This project aims to enhance Europe's digital service capabilities and reduce reliance on third-country providers.

ENISA Report: Cybersecurity Investments and NIS2 Challenges

ENISA's 6th NIS Investments report reveals a shift in cybersecurity spending from personnel to technology and services across 1080 EU organizations. The report highlights persistent talent shortages and challenges in implementing the NIS2 Directive, despite compliance being a key investment driver.

ENISA Report: EU Public Administrations Targeted by DDoS Attacks

ENISA has released a report detailing that EU public administrations are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks, primarily DDoS attacks, with central governments being the most affected. The report analyzes 586 incidents from 2024 and highlights the sector's developing cybersecurity resilience under the NIS2 Directive.

ENISA Cybersecurity Exercise Methodology Guidance

ENISA has released a new cybersecurity exercise methodology to guide organizations in planning and executing effective cybersecurity exercises. The methodology provides a framework for simulating cyber crises, training response capabilities, and building resilience against cyber threats.

ENISA Seeks Feedback on Software Supply Chain Security Guidance

ENISA has launched public consultations on draft guidance for software supply chain security. Feedback is sought on an SBOM Landscape Analysis and a Technical Advisory for Secure Use of Package Managers, with a deadline of January 23, 2026.