Ann-Sofie Rönnlund

Member of Cabinet of EU Commissioner for Startups, Research and Innovation Ms Ekaterina Zaharieva

[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

With support from Horizon, they grew into one of the world’s leading space technology companies.
As Commissioner for Startups, Research and Innovation, I am proud to see European deep-tech companies like ICEYE turn ambitious ideas into global leadership. (2/3)

[EU Made Simple @EU_Made_Simple]

🇪🇺🤔 Is the EU a Censoring Regime? Recent Reports say No:

After the @EU_Commission fined Musk's platform €120M for breaching transparency rules under the DSA, Musk and various USA politicians have slammed the EU, accusing it of suppressing free speech. Musk even called for the EU to be abolished over it. 💥

But what does the 2025 World Press Freedom Index say?

The WPFE shows that the top 15 countries in the world for press freedom are all in Europe, with 12 of them being EU member states. The other 3 are closely linked to the EU through EEA and EFTA. 🌍

So, is the EU really undermining free speech, or are they just holding tech giants accountable for transparency? 🤔

What’s your take? Let us know in the comments! 💬

#EU #PressFreedom #ElonMusk #FreeSpeech #DigitalServicesAct #TechTransparency #DSA

[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

Still a few days left! Send us your input on the future European Innovation Act and help us give innovators more chances to #ChooseEurope, succeed in the Single Market & transform it into a global powerhouse: https://t.co/hdjACw7btO

[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

At today’s conference in the @Europarl_EN hosted by MEP @Emil_Radev, I underlined a simple truth: AI is not the future - it is our reality. Europe must seize its potential for science & business, while ensuring security, trust, and clear legal rules.

[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

🆕We propose € 175 billion for #HorizonEU (2028-2034) to put Europe at the forefront of R&I, boost competitiveness, enhance its security,  and deliver real benefits for people. Read more
https://t.co/Lsiw93YLAw #ThePowerOfTogether #ChooseEurope

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

Today we present the EU budget for 2028-2034.

It's a budget for a new era, that matches Europe’s ambition.

That addresses Europe’s challenges.

That strengthens our independence.⁩

[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

The EU has launched a public consultation on the European Innovation Act — a key step to help startups & scaleups bring ideas to market, boost collaboration & improve access to finance, talent & infrastructure. #ChooseEurope https://t.co/H9yAI9JhOo

[Ann-Sofie Rönnlund @aronnlund]

To be at the top of Life Sciences we need to take action along the whole innovation chain: invest in infrastructures and talent, attract venture capital for startups and scaleups, unleash data & AI opportunities, procure innovative solutions, have innovation-friendly regulations

[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

Today, the @EU_Commission officially launches its #EULifeSciencesStrategy set to turn EU-funded research & innovation into real-world solutions.
Why it matters:
✔️29 million jobs
✔️€1.5 trillion in added value
✔️€10B+ in EU funding every year
👉 https://t.co/Rv8E2fKHyH

[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

Spoke at the R&I for a Competitive Green Transition event highlighting how R&I drive Europe’s competitiveness. Emphasised the role of advanced technologies, strategic investments, and a strong R&I ecosystem in supporting economic progress, resilience, and global market leadership

[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

🚀🇪🇺 The European Council welcomes the EU Startup & Scaleup Strategy and calls for swift implementation. Together, we’ll boost growth, unlock investments, and build a competitive single market for innovators. Let’s fuel Europe’s next wave of innovation! #Startups #ChooseEurope

[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

Just met Prof. Tommaso Calarco and got a hands-on demo of quantum computing—truly inspiring! 🚀 Fundamental science drives innovation. The upcoming EU Quantum Strategy will:
1️⃣ Boost research excellence
2️⃣ Build scalable quantum infrastructures (1/2)

[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

🚧 On 30 June, construction begins on the EU Commission’s first net-positive emissions building in Seville — a milestone for sustainable innovation, fully embracing #NewEuropeanBauhaus principles. 🌱🌍

A bold step toward Europe’s greener future.

[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

Today I was in Seville to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new site of the Joint Research Centre in Spain. It was an honour to welcome President @vonderleyen, Commissioner @JessikaRoswall, Mayor José Luis Sanz, vice president @mjmonteroc and Spanish ministers. (1/4)

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

Europe choses science…and beauty!

I cannot wait to see the new @EU_ScienceHub HQ get off the ground.

It will be guided by the principles of the New European Bauhaus.

Blending innovation, sustainability and aesthetics ↓ https://t.co/XKFNQwdGql

[Ann-Sofie Rönnlund @aronnlund]

So much we can do for startups and scaleups to thrive, and it’s on!

[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

With the EU Startup and Scaleup Strategy, we are choosing ambition.

We are choosing to empower Europe’s founders, innovators and investors.

It's a  Strategy to benefit citizens, businesses and the entire EU economy.

https://t.co/vVCN3WA5bW

[Ann-Sofie Rönnlund @aronnlund]

Start, scale and succeed in the EU!

[European Commission @EU_Commission]

Europe steps up to become the world’s top destination for innovation 🚀

Today, we’ve launched the EU Startup and Scaleup Strategy to help tech-driven companies grow, compete globally, and thrive in Europe.

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[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

I am in Paris today to open the conference “Choose Europe for Science”.

We want to be a Union that fosters and protects knowledge where global talent can thrive.
#ChooseEurope

[Ann-Sofie Rönnlund @aronnlund]

The stars are aligning for deploying ever more innovations into the EU market place, powered by Europe’s excellent research choice.

[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

@ERC_Research 🔹Launching a European Innovation Act and a Startup and Scaleup Strategy, to remove regulatory and other barriers, and facilitate access to venture capital.
🔹Making it easier & more attractive to do research in Europe by connecting researchers with research institutions. (3/3)

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

Choose Europe will also help fast-track innovation from concept to market.

We will launch the first ever 🇪🇺 Innovation Act and a Startup and Scaleup Strategy.

We will also look to make it easier and more attractive to come here, stay and find a place for research.

[Ekaterina Zaharieva @EZaharievaEU]

Discussed the upcoming Life Sciences Strategy with Michel Demaré from AstraZeneca. To help draft this forward-looking document, we welcome the perspectives of experts and stakeholders as well as the public. Share your opinion on the "Have your Say" portal
https://t.co/HQgySBXJ2U