The Socialists and Democrats call for clear minimum standards and rules, including a ban on foreign donations for political activities, to be implemented in all EU member states. This is necessary to reduce dark money inflows, increase transparency, and prevent foreign actors like Russia interfering in elections and referendum campaigns in Europe.

With over 100 participants, EVA’s webinar yesterday saw the official launch of its manifesto which introduced the industry, its challenges, and its calls for action for the current parliamentary term.

Yesterday’s event heard from a diverse group of high level stakeholders, including MEP Brando Benifei, MEP Stefan Berger, and Emmanuelle Maire, Head of Unit in DG ENV.

• Steady demand for patent protection at the EPO despite pandemic
• Data shows stark contrasts among technologies and countries of origin
• Healthcare inventions on the rise, transport sector decreases
• Strong growth from China and South Korea; European, Japanese and US inventors file fewer patent applications

With the cost of cybercrime in Europe rising to an average of €50,000 per incident –