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Wherever something is wrong, something is too big

Wherever something is wrong, something is too big

In mid-July 2024, computers in large parts of the world were hit by serious IT problems. Massive disruptions followed at airlines, stock exchanges, and stores globally. Nearly 10 million computers were affected.

Time for a more radical Europe

Time for a more radical Europe

Last fall, Italian economist Mario Draghi, former head of the European Central Bank (ECB), published his 400-page report on Europe’s (actually the EU’s) competitiveness. Draghi’s verdict was harsh: Europe is facing an “existential challenge.” It’s hard to disagree. While the EU is launching new regulations on plastic corks and hiding text messages from the public, Elon Musk is changing the world with groundbreaking innovations in the automotive, robotics, and space industries.