Category Archives: Security & Safety

Security & Safety Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

IPTO Joins ENCS to Strengthen Cybersecurity in Greece’s Power Grid

(IN BRIEF) The Independent Power Transmission Operator (IPTO) of Greece has joined the European Network for Cyber Security (ENCS) as a full member. This partnership will allow IPTO to contribute to ENCS’s cybersecurity strategies and benefit from its expertise in … Read the full press release

AstraZeneca’s Tagrisso Receives EU Recommendation as First Targeted Therapy for Unresectable EGFR-Mutated Lung Cancer

(IN BRIEF) AstraZeneca’s Tagrisso (osimertinib) has been recommended for approval in the EU for treating adult patients with unresectable, locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with EGFR mutations who have not experienced disease progression after platinum-based chemoradiation therapy. This … Read the full press release

Thales Delivers Cutting-Edge ForceShield System to Strengthen Portugal’s Air Defence

(IN BRIEF) Thales has signed a landmark contract with the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) to provide its ForceShield air defence system to the Portuguese Army. This first-ever ForceShield contract with a European Union country aims to enhance Portugal’s … Read the full press release

Atos Unveils Sovereign AI Platform: Revolutionizing On-Premises AI with Data Privacy and Sovereignty

(IN BRIEF) Atos has launched the Sovereign AI Platform, an advanced solution for public and private organizations to develop and maintain AI and generative AI (GenAI) models on-premises, ensuring data sovereignty, privacy, and low latency. Built on Dell Technologies’ GenAI … Read the full press release

Repurposing Drugs to Tackle Antimicrobial Resistance: Insights from University of Helsinki Research

(IN BRIEF) In his doctoral research at the University of Helsinki, Matej Zore demonstrated the potential of repurposing the drugs fingolimod and etrasimod, originally developed for autoimmune diseases, to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR). These drugs showed notable efficacy against drug-resistant … Read the full press release

Telia Recognized for Excellence in Children’s Rights by Global Child Forum

(IN BRIEF) Telia has been recognized in the Global Child Forum’s 2024 report for its outstanding contributions to children’s rights. Ranked the top Swedish company and third in the Nordic region, Telia’s efforts include initiatives focused on cybersecurity awareness, child … Read the full press release

SGS and SkyeBase Introduce Drone-Based Ultrasonic Tool to Transform Industrial Inspections for Safety and Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) SGS, in partnership with SkyeBase, has launched the Elios 3 UT Probe, a cutting-edge drone-mounted tool for ultrasonic thickness (UT) measurements. This technology allows safe, precise inspections in elevated or difficult-to-reach locations without the need for scaffolding or … Read the full press release

Continental Tops European Tire Tests with Leading Performance in Winter and All-Season Categories

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s tires have excelled in European tire tests, winning 15 first-place rankings across various publications and automobile clubs. Their WinterContact series, including the TS 870 for small and midsize cars and the TS 870 P for more powerful … Read the full press release

Maritime Sector Embraces Cyber Risk for Innovation as DNV Calls for Enhanced Security Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) A new report by DNV reveals that a majority of maritime professionals (61%) are willing to accept greater cyber risks to enable innovation and digital transformation. With growing reliance on technologies like AI, IoT, and satellite communications, cyber … Read the full press release

Michael Schmid Elected as New President of Eurojust, Set to Lead Agency into Digital Age

(IN BRIEF) Michael Schmid has been elected as the new President of Eurojust, taking office on 15 November 2024 for a four-year term. Schmid, Austria’s National Member at Eurojust since 2022, will succeed Ladislav Hamran. Schmid aims to strengthen Eurojust’s … Read the full press release

EIF Invests €90 Million to Boost Portugal’s Tech Start-ups and Strengthen Cybersecurity

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has committed €90 million to three venture capital funds focused on accelerating the growth of tech start-ups in Portugal’s deep tech and cybersecurity sectors. This investment, announced at the 2024 Web Summit in … Read the full press release

Porsche Launches Four-Week Bug Bounty Program to Strengthen Cybersecurity

(IN BRIEF) After a successful pilot in 2023, Porsche is launching a four-week Bug Bounty program to further improve the security of its products and services. The program invites ethical hackers to identify and report vulnerabilities before they can be … Read the full press release

HENSOLDT Secures Contract to Equip Bundeswehr’s Fennek Vehicles with Advanced BAA III Sensor Technology for Enhanced Reconnaissance

(IN BRIEF) HENSOLDT has been awarded a contract to upgrade the sensor technology on 90 Fennek vehicles for the Bundeswehr, enhancing their reconnaissance and targeting capabilities. The upgrades include transitioning scout and Joint Fire Support Team vehicles to the advanced … Read the full press release

SIRIUS Conference 2024 Highlights Advances in Cross-Border Electronic Evidence Access

(IN BRIEF) The SIRIUS Conference 2024, hosted from November 5-7, brought together law enforcement, judicial authorities, policymakers, and service providers to discuss challenges and solutions in cross-border electronic evidence access. Organized by Europol and Eurojust, the conference covered topics like … Read the full press release

Tezspire Shows Promise in Reducing Nasal Polyp Symptoms in Phase III Trial for Chronic Rhinosinusitis

(IN BRIEF) A Phase III trial of Tezspire (tezepelumab) by AstraZeneca and Amgen has shown significant benefits for patients with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP), reducing both nasal polyp size and congestion compared to a placebo. The WAYPOINT trial … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong to Certify High-Voltage EV Maintenance Workshops Under New EMSD Scheme

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong (TRHK) has been appointed as an official Third-Party Certification Body for “Type H” EV maintenance workshops under a new EMSD initiative in Hong Kong. This addition to the Voluntary Registration Scheme for Vehicle Maintenance … Read the full press release

Evonik Unveils Sustainable Feed Innovations and Carbon Footprint Reductions at Eurotier 2024

(IN BRIEF) Evonik is using the Eurotier 2024 event to highlight its sustainable contributions to animal protein production through innovative feed ingredients and feeding concepts. By sharing life cycle assessments for products such as Ecobiol® and GuanAMINO®, and publishing the … Read the full press release

International Operation Halts Albanian-Led Cocaine Trafficking Ring with 29 Arrests Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) An international operation coordinated by Eurojust and Europol has disrupted a major Albanian-led drug trafficking network, leading to the arrest of 29 suspects across Italy and Albania. The operation, which began with investigations in 2021, uncovered cocaine concealed … Read the full press release

New Study Reveals Amplified Risks of Climate Change and Chemical Pollution on Ecosystems and Human Health

(IN BRIEF) A University of Helsinki study led by Sabrina Roth reveals that the combination of climate change and chemical pollution creates a far greater threat to ecosystems and human health than previously understood. Roth’s research shows that extreme weather … Read the full press release

EMA Approves Dupixent as First-Ever Treatment for Young Children with Eosinophilic Esophagitis in the EU

(IN BRIEF) The European Medicines Agency has approved Dupixent as the first treatment for eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) in young children aged one to 11, marking a significant step in managing this condition in a critical developmental phase. The approval is … Read the full press release