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Could Chinese AI give Europe an edge?
The Debrief

Could Chinese AI give Europe an edge?

Could China give Europe a shortcut in the AI race?

Europe has struggled to build models that compete with American and Chinese rivals. But Chinese models that companies can download, customize, and run themselves could offer another way forward—with more control over data and security.

Another break in the Trump-Zelensky relationship
Quick Take

Another break in the Trump-Zelensky relationship

In this Quick Take, Ian Bremmer says President Donald Trump's approach to the war in Ukraine is putting more pressure on President Volodymyr Zelensky and raising concerns among European allies about the future of NATO.

Minecraft game background | Minecraft Education Yelocity Prize
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Building a safer digital future starts with the next generation (and Minecraft)

This week, Microsoft launched the Velocity Prize, a global competition designed to give students ages 13–16 an opportunity to demonstrate their computational thinking, coding, and creative problem-solving skills in Minecraft. Supported by Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit, the competition encourages students to build digital skills and learn how to use technology responsibly while exploring future opportunities in cybersecurity. By helping equip the next generation with the skills to navigate and shape the digital world, the Velocity Prize is helping build a pipeline of future problem-solvers who can contribute to a safer and more resilient digital ecosystem. Read more here.

Is the European far-right now mainstream?
Graphic Truth

Is the European far-right now mainstream?

Twenty years ago, far-right parties won less than 7% of the vote across Europe. Today? Close to a quarter.

Fuel pumps at a Total station on Avenue de Grande Bretagne in Toulouse, France, on 22 September 2026, amid a reported fuel shortage.
What We're Watching

Diesel prices fuel Transatlantic problems, Brits offer a spot of help to the Saudis, Brazil to bar candidates with criminal ties from election

Prices for diesel, an essential fuel for heavy-duty shipping and farming, are at record highs in the US and Europe.

Trump climbs down on Greenland
GZERO Europe

Trump climbs down on Greenland

In this GZERO Europe, Carl Bildt breaks down the security agreement set to be signed between the US, Denmark and Greenland, and why it marks a reversal for President Trump.

Why Trump’s Greenland deal signals a shift
Quick Take

Why Trump’s Greenland deal signals a shift

In this Quick Take, Ian Bremmer explains why the Greenland deal President Trump plans to announce at the UN this week is a story about shifting US leverage on the global stage.

Fewer migrants, but deadlier journeys to Europe
Hard Numbers

Fewer migrants, but deadlier journeys to Europe

The number of migrants and refugees reaching the continent by sea has dropped sharply this year as many European countries tighten their immigration rules.

The world rebuilds its armies... without the US
by ian bremmer

The world rebuilds its armies... without the US

Ian Bremmer analyzes a world rearming amid rising distrust of American security guarantees.

How the AfD's rise could reshape German politics
Quick Take

How the AfD's rise could reshape German politics

In this Quick Take, Ian Bremmer breaks down the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party's historic win in the Saxony-Anhalt state election and what it could mean for the country's political future.

Denmark pays for its past
Hard Numbers

Denmark pays for its past

The new law will offer those affected a one-time payment of 300,000 Danish kroner, or around $47,000.