Will Salas 🇪🇺
@thegridsurfer.bsky.social
With each passing day, it becomes more "interesting"?
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More than 100 researchers call for safeguards on high-risk biological datasets to prevent AI misuse, which could create deadly pathogens.
Experts warn open data may help AI design dangerous pathogens
More than 100 researchers call for safeguards on high-risk biological datasets to prevent AI misuse, which could create deadly pathogens.
l.euronews.com
February 18, 2026 at 11:54 PM
More than 100 researchers call for safeguards on high-risk biological datasets to prevent AI misuse, which could create deadly pathogens.
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#BuyEuropean, also at work and in #business. 🇪🇺💪
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#GoEuropean #DigitalSovereignty #Europe
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February 18, 2026 at 10:16 AM
#BuyEuropean, also at work and in #business. 🇪🇺💪
Check, design, PRINT of these great customisable POSTERS from @hardno-eu.bsky.social at
hardno.eu, hang these great posters around at your company, and support #European #business and #entrepeneurs.
#GoEuropean #DigitalSovereignty #Europe
Check, design, PRINT of these great customisable POSTERS from @hardno-eu.bsky.social at
hardno.eu, hang these great posters around at your company, and support #European #business and #entrepeneurs.
#GoEuropean #DigitalSovereignty #Europe
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What’s a Canadian doing in discussions about the euro?
What’s a Canadian doing in discussions about the euro?
François-Philippe Champagne was the special guest at Monday’s meeting of euro area finance ministers in Brussels – the first time a Canadian representative had been invited to this restricted format, from which non-euro area ministers are normally excluded.
l.euronews.com
February 17, 2026 at 7:09 PM
What’s a Canadian doing in discussions about the euro?
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A military performance featuring teenagers in uniform, carrying Kalashnikov rifles, took place inside a Russian Orthodox church. In Russia, faith and militarism have become one and cannot be viewed separately.
February 17, 2026 at 5:38 PM
A military performance featuring teenagers in uniform, carrying Kalashnikov rifles, took place inside a Russian Orthodox church. In Russia, faith and militarism have become one and cannot be viewed separately.
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The Council has activated the national escape clause for 17 🇪🇺 member states.
This gives them greater flexibility under the fiscal rules to support their transition to higher defence spending.
How does the national escape clause work in practice? ➡️ link.europa.eu/Qfqhtq
This gives them greater flexibility under the fiscal rules to support their transition to higher defence spending.
How does the national escape clause work in practice? ➡️ link.europa.eu/Qfqhtq
February 17, 2026 at 11:48 AM
The Council has activated the national escape clause for 17 🇪🇺 member states.
This gives them greater flexibility under the fiscal rules to support their transition to higher defence spending.
How does the national escape clause work in practice? ➡️ link.europa.eu/Qfqhtq
This gives them greater flexibility under the fiscal rules to support their transition to higher defence spending.
How does the national escape clause work in practice? ➡️ link.europa.eu/Qfqhtq
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Russians continue to flood France's information space with fake front pages of popular media outlets.
🚫 Russian Lies: "La Tribune accuses Macron of not stopping the war in Ukraine." This is being reported by pro-Russian Telegram channels.
🚫 Russian Lies: "La Tribune accuses Macron of not stopping the war in Ukraine." This is being reported by pro-Russian Telegram channels.
February 17, 2026 at 9:45 AM
Russians continue to flood France's information space with fake front pages of popular media outlets.
🚫 Russian Lies: "La Tribune accuses Macron of not stopping the war in Ukraine." This is being reported by pro-Russian Telegram channels.
🚫 Russian Lies: "La Tribune accuses Macron of not stopping the war in Ukraine." This is being reported by pro-Russian Telegram channels.
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If there’s something you believe the EU should act on, the European citizens’ initiative gives you a way to start.
Today marks 15 years since the Regulation setting it up was adopted.
🔗 link.europa.eu/3V6cyq
Today marks 15 years since the Regulation setting it up was adopted.
🔗 link.europa.eu/3V6cyq
February 16, 2026 at 4:43 PM
If there’s something you believe the EU should act on, the European citizens’ initiative gives you a way to start.
Today marks 15 years since the Regulation setting it up was adopted.
🔗 link.europa.eu/3V6cyq
Today marks 15 years since the Regulation setting it up was adopted.
🔗 link.europa.eu/3V6cyq
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Le Royaume-Uni envisage une interdiction rapide des réseaux sociaux pour les moins de 16 ans et des restrictions sur les chatbots dotés d'intelligence artificielle.
UK eyes rapid ban on social media for under 16s, curbs to AI chatbots
Britain could bring in an Australian-style ban on social media for children under 16 as early as this year and close a loophole that left some AI chatbots outside safety rules, as part of government e...
www.reuters.com
February 16, 2026 at 12:23 PM
Le Royaume-Uni envisage une interdiction rapide des réseaux sociaux pour les moins de 16 ans et des restrictions sur les chatbots dotés d'intelligence artificielle.
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A strong Europe steps up, takes on its responsibility.
And bring its mutual defence clause to life.
This is Europe’s meaning.
But this commitment only carries weight if it is built on trust and capability.
This is why we must be collectively ready.
Speech at #MSC2026
link.europa.eu/fRqgwg
And bring its mutual defence clause to life.
This is Europe’s meaning.
But this commitment only carries weight if it is built on trust and capability.
This is why we must be collectively ready.
Speech at #MSC2026
link.europa.eu/fRqgwg
February 14, 2026 at 10:05 AM
A strong Europe steps up, takes on its responsibility.
And bring its mutual defence clause to life.
This is Europe’s meaning.
But this commitment only carries weight if it is built on trust and capability.
This is why we must be collectively ready.
Speech at #MSC2026
link.europa.eu/fRqgwg
And bring its mutual defence clause to life.
This is Europe’s meaning.
But this commitment only carries weight if it is built on trust and capability.
This is why we must be collectively ready.
Speech at #MSC2026
link.europa.eu/fRqgwg
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Merz eyes European nuclear shield in call for transatlantic reset #EuropeanUnion
https://eualive.net/merz-eyes-european-nuclear-shield-in-call-for-transatlantic-reset/
https://eualive.net/merz-eyes-european-nuclear-shield-in-call-for-transatlantic-reset/
Merz eyes European nuclear shield in call for transatlantic reset
At the 62nd Munich Security Conference (MSC) on Friday, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz opened the ...
eualive.net
February 14, 2026 at 10:10 AM
Merz eyes European nuclear shield in call for transatlantic reset #EuropeanUnion
https://eualive.net/merz-eyes-european-nuclear-shield-in-call-for-transatlantic-reset/
https://eualive.net/merz-eyes-european-nuclear-shield-in-call-for-transatlantic-reset/
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EU defense chief lays out ideas for a European military force to replace US troops #EU:12: #EuropeanArmy
https://www.politico.eu/article/andrius-kubilius-european-military-force-replace-us-troops/
https://www.politico.eu/article/andrius-kubilius-european-military-force-replace-us-troops/
EU defense chief lays out ideas for a European military force to replace US troops
‘What we are talking about is a rapid reaction force of 100,000 or 80,000 capability, which should replace American forces,’ says EU defense commissioner.
www.politico.eu
February 13, 2026 at 7:38 PM
EU defense chief lays out ideas for a European military force to replace US troops #EU:12: #EuropeanArmy
https://www.politico.eu/article/andrius-kubilius-european-military-force-replace-us-troops/
https://www.politico.eu/article/andrius-kubilius-european-military-force-replace-us-troops/
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Almost ALL European #navigation and maps app, are based on #openstreetmap (OSM).
Want better and more complete European alternatives to that app of the US data hoarder?
Just easily helpt to improve OSM. 🇪🇺💪
Add or update your favourite #shops, #businesses and other #POI’s. 🗺️ 📍
#degoogle
Want better and more complete European alternatives to that app of the US data hoarder?
Just easily helpt to improve OSM. 🇪🇺💪
Add or update your favourite #shops, #businesses and other #POI’s. 🗺️ 📍
#degoogle
Are your favourite #shops, #restaurants, bars, or other #businesses still not present on #openstreetmap?
You can add them yourself, or perhaps even better, (also) send them a message to let them know that they are lagging behind and that the world is bigger than the googlosphere.
You can add them yourself, or perhaps even better, (also) send them a message to let them know that they are lagging behind and that the world is bigger than the googlosphere.
Want a better #map for everyone? Contribute to #OpenStreetMap!
Add shops, companies, or paths with with easy apps like mapcomplete.org, Go Map!! or Every Door:
🍏 apps.apple.com/nl/app/every...
🤖 play.google.com/store/apps/d...
Quick, fun, and for everyone.🚶♀️📍
#MapForAll #OSM #shopping #sales
Add shops, companies, or paths with with easy apps like mapcomplete.org, Go Map!! or Every Door:
🍏 apps.apple.com/nl/app/every...
🤖 play.google.com/store/apps/d...
Quick, fun, and for everyone.🚶♀️📍
#MapForAll #OSM #shopping #sales
February 13, 2026 at 11:09 AM
Almost ALL European #navigation and maps app, are based on #openstreetmap (OSM).
Want better and more complete European alternatives to that app of the US data hoarder?
Just easily helpt to improve OSM. 🇪🇺💪
Add or update your favourite #shops, #businesses and other #POI’s. 🗺️ 📍
#degoogle
Want better and more complete European alternatives to that app of the US data hoarder?
Just easily helpt to improve OSM. 🇪🇺💪
Add or update your favourite #shops, #businesses and other #POI’s. 🗺️ 📍
#degoogle
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A European Defence Union is not to replace NATO, but to support NATO in Europe. And to make Europe ready to take responsibility on European defence.
NATO provides military might. The EU provides production power, European Defence Union builds European pillar of NATO.
NATO provides military might. The EU provides production power, European Defence Union builds European pillar of NATO.
February 12, 2026 at 7:53 PM
A European Defence Union is not to replace NATO, but to support NATO in Europe. And to make Europe ready to take responsibility on European defence.
NATO provides military might. The EU provides production power, European Defence Union builds European pillar of NATO.
NATO provides military might. The EU provides production power, European Defence Union builds European pillar of NATO.
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Today, 🇪🇺 leaders held a strategic brainstorming session on how to build a more competitive and resilient economy that promotes prosperity, creates high-quality jobs, and ensures affordability.
In 2026, Europe will deliver.
In 2026, Europe will deliver.
February 12, 2026 at 8:40 PM
Today, 🇪🇺 leaders held a strategic brainstorming session on how to build a more competitive and resilient economy that promotes prosperity, creates high-quality jobs, and ensures affordability.
In 2026, Europe will deliver.
In 2026, Europe will deliver.
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Commission wrong to give Hungary €10B, says EU top court adviser #EuropeanUnion
https://www.politico.eu/article/commission-should-not-have-given-hungary-e10b-says-eu-top-court-adviser/
https://www.politico.eu/article/commission-should-not-have-given-hungary-e10b-says-eu-top-court-adviser/
Commission wrong to give Hungary €10B, says EU top court adviser
If the EU’s Court of Justice judges agree, Hungary would need to pay back the cash.
www.politico.eu
February 12, 2026 at 1:48 PM
Commission wrong to give Hungary €10B, says EU top court adviser #EuropeanUnion
https://www.politico.eu/article/commission-should-not-have-given-hungary-e10b-says-eu-top-court-adviser/
https://www.politico.eu/article/commission-should-not-have-given-hungary-e10b-says-eu-top-court-adviser/
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This is more funny than the author knows because ”to be out and biking” is a Swedish idiom meaning that you’ve totally misunderstood something.
Apart from the catchy headline, many very good points in the text by Stephen M. Walt. Worth your while.
Apart from the catchy headline, many very good points in the text by Stephen M. Walt. Worth your while.
NATO’s Leader Is Totally Lost
What does Mark Rutte think he’s doing?
foreignpolicy.com
February 12, 2026 at 12:00 PM
This is more funny than the author knows because ”to be out and biking” is a Swedish idiom meaning that you’ve totally misunderstood something.
Apart from the catchy headline, many very good points in the text by Stephen M. Walt. Worth your while.
Apart from the catchy headline, many very good points in the text by Stephen M. Walt. Worth your while.
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MEPs stress the importance of independent central banks in times of heightened tension #Parliament 🇪🇺 #EuropeanUnion
https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20260205IPR33621/meps-stress-importance-of-independent-central-banks-in-times-of-tension
https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20260205IPR33621/meps-stress-importance-of-independent-central-banks-in-times-of-tension
MEPs stress importance of independent central banks in times of tension | News | European Parliament
On Tuesday, Parliament adopted its annual review of the European Central Bank’s policies and its recommendations for 2026. The vote followed a debate with ECB President Lagarde on Monday.
www.europarl.europa.eu
February 11, 2026 at 9:30 PM
MEPs stress the importance of independent central banks in times of heightened tension #Parliament 🇪🇺 #EuropeanUnion
https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20260205IPR33621/meps-stress-importance-of-independent-central-banks-in-times-of-tension
https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20260205IPR33621/meps-stress-importance-of-independent-central-banks-in-times-of-tension
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Gross WTF! Come on people, we don't need this right now. I'm so tired of this shit. We're inundated by gigagorp pressure from the US, struggling to retain some level of autonomy and self-respect and *this* is who the EPP appoints? I can't stand this erosion of sense and decency.
February 11, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Gross WTF! Come on people, we don't need this right now. I'm so tired of this shit. We're inundated by gigagorp pressure from the US, struggling to retain some level of autonomy and self-respect and *this* is who the EPP appoints? I can't stand this erosion of sense and decency.
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For the umpteenth time, as the European Parliament voted today in favour of supporting Ukraine, the parties of Jordan Bardella, Alice Weidel, Matteo Salvini, Viktor Orbán, Andrej Babiš and Robert Fico chose to vote against it. Against aid.
February 11, 2026 at 3:16 PM
For the umpteenth time, as the European Parliament voted today in favour of supporting Ukraine, the parties of Jordan Bardella, Alice Weidel, Matteo Salvini, Viktor Orbán, Andrej Babiš and Robert Fico chose to vote against it. Against aid.
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The Epstein Network Visualizer
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February 11, 2026 at 10:07 AM
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A safer internet means better opportunities.
Together with our @eesc-president.bsky.social, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting our EU #youth online, today & everyday.
We work to:
✅tackle cyberbullying;
✅support initiatives to learn, create & connect safely.
ℹ️ link.europa.eu/c3gtBC
Together with our @eesc-president.bsky.social, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting our EU #youth online, today & everyday.
We work to:
✅tackle cyberbullying;
✅support initiatives to learn, create & connect safely.
ℹ️ link.europa.eu/c3gtBC
February 10, 2026 at 7:59 AM
A safer internet means better opportunities.
Together with our @eesc-president.bsky.social, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting our EU #youth online, today & everyday.
We work to:
✅tackle cyberbullying;
✅support initiatives to learn, create & connect safely.
ℹ️ link.europa.eu/c3gtBC
Together with our @eesc-president.bsky.social, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting our EU #youth online, today & everyday.
We work to:
✅tackle cyberbullying;
✅support initiatives to learn, create & connect safely.
ℹ️ link.europa.eu/c3gtBC
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I made a map of 3.4 million Bluesky users - see if you can find yourself!
bluesky-map.theo.io
I've seen some similar projects, but IMO this seems to better capture some of the fine-grained detail
bluesky-map.theo.io
I've seen some similar projects, but IMO this seems to better capture some of the fine-grained detail
Bluesky Map
Interactive map of 3.4 million Bluesky users, visualised by their follower pattern.
bluesky-map.theo.io
February 8, 2026 at 10:59 PM
I made a map of 3.4 million Bluesky users - see if you can find yourself!
bluesky-map.theo.io
I've seen some similar projects, but IMO this seems to better capture some of the fine-grained detail
bluesky-map.theo.io
I've seen some similar projects, but IMO this seems to better capture some of the fine-grained detail
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🛰️ EU GOVSATCOM provides resilient satellite communications for public authorities across Europe, even in unpredictable situations.
All EU countries can access sovereign, secure communications for government and military use, built, operated, and controlled in Europe.
All EU countries can access sovereign, secure communications for government and military use, built, operated, and controlled in Europe.
February 9, 2026 at 3:47 PM
🛰️ EU GOVSATCOM provides resilient satellite communications for public authorities across Europe, even in unpredictable situations.
All EU countries can access sovereign, secure communications for government and military use, built, operated, and controlled in Europe.
All EU countries can access sovereign, secure communications for government and military use, built, operated, and controlled in Europe.
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We've launched our largest Chips Act pilot line: NanoIC.
With a total investment of €2.5 billion, NanoIC will accelerate the development of next-generation semiconductor technology, essential for AI development, autonomous vehicles, healthcare and 6G mobile technology.
link.europa.eu/mbBxYm
With a total investment of €2.5 billion, NanoIC will accelerate the development of next-generation semiconductor technology, essential for AI development, autonomous vehicles, healthcare and 6G mobile technology.
link.europa.eu/mbBxYm
February 9, 2026 at 1:46 PM
We've launched our largest Chips Act pilot line: NanoIC.
With a total investment of €2.5 billion, NanoIC will accelerate the development of next-generation semiconductor technology, essential for AI development, autonomous vehicles, healthcare and 6G mobile technology.
link.europa.eu/mbBxYm
With a total investment of €2.5 billion, NanoIC will accelerate the development of next-generation semiconductor technology, essential for AI development, autonomous vehicles, healthcare and 6G mobile technology.
link.europa.eu/mbBxYm