Keywords: PROTECTION


Essaouira hosts ninth océanes festival focused on ocean protection

The Institut français du Maroc in Essaouira will host the ninth edition of the Océanes festival from April 2 to April 5, 2026. The event brings together scientists, educators, artists, and local stakeholders to raise awareness about ocean protection and environmental challenges. The festival......

Italy fines Revolut over alleged unfair commercial practices

Italy’s competition authority has imposed a significant fine on Revolut over alleged unfair commercial practices, highlighting increasing scrutiny of the fast-growing fintech sector. The regulator stated that several entities within the Revolut group were penalized for providing potentially misleading......

France seeks buyer for ‘60 millions de consommateurs’ after institute liquidation

The French government has launched a search for a buyer for the well-known consumer magazine 60 Millions de consommateurs following the official liquidation of its parent body, the Institut national de la consommation (INC). A decree published in the official journal on Sunday formalized......

Stronger fuel oversight in Morocco to protect consumers

Morocco is stepping up oversight of its fuel market as global energy volatility continues to impact domestic prices. Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have disrupted supply chains and pushed up international oil prices, creating ripple effects across fuel-importing countries. Highly dependent......

Austria to ban social media for children under 14

The Austrian government has announced plans to prohibit children under the age of 14 from using social media platforms, following extensive negotiations within the ruling coalition. The measure aims to protect young users from online risks, particularly the addictive nature of social networks, which......

China warns of retaliation over Mexico's tariff hikes

China stated on Wednesday that Mexico's recent trade measures, including significant tariff increases, represent barriers to trade and investment and affirmed its right to adopt countermeasures. The increased import duties affect more than $30 billion in Chinese exports to Mexico. The Chinese Ministry......

Italy fines Trustpilot €4 million over misleading consumer practices

Italy’s competition authority has imposed a €4 million fine on online review platform Trustpilot, citing misleading practices and insufficient safeguards to ensure the authenticity of user reviews. According to regulators, the platform failed to provide adequate transparency about how reviews......

Cybercrime laws and digital asset rules shape global cybersecurity efforts

Legal frameworks play a central role in addressing cybercrime and protecting digital assets, combining criminal enforcement with regulatory standards to secure digital environments. Governments and international bodies are expanding legal tools to respond to evolving cyber threats while supporting trust......

Aerospace patents advance thermal coatings for engines and high speed flight

Recent patent filings in aerospace engineering show continued innovation in thermal coating technologies designed to improve durability, heat management, and component lifespan in extreme environments. These developments span applications in braking systems, engine components, ducts, and fuel handling......