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TRANSATLANTIC NEWS

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ECB Selects 36 Payment Service Providers to Join Digital Euro Pilot

The European Central Bank (ECB) has selected 36 payment service providers (PSP) from across the euro area to participate in the digital euro pilot. The pilot exercise is crucial for testing the digital euro’s technical functionality and operational processes, as well as for refining user experience. The pilot aims to support the ongoing preparatory work for the potential issuance of a digital euro, and is due to start during the second half of 2027 for a period of 12...
Chapter News, News, TRIA News

Trump Administration Secures an Additional $100 Billion U.S. Semiconductor Manufacturing Investment for a Total of $265 Billion from TSMC

As a result of the historic deal related to U.S. and Taiwan Trade and Investment announced in January 2026, TSMC has just announced an incremental $100 billion investment for a total of $265 billion in the U.S. This investment will result in four additional advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities, bringing the total to 12 leading-edge semiconductor and packaging facilities. Today, the White House and the Department of Commerce announced an incremental $100 billion investment by TSMC for advanced semiconductor manufacturing and...
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European Commission Outlines Measures to Strengthen Europe’s Banking Sector and Support Growth

The European Commission today adopted a Communication on the competitiveness of the EU banking sector, setting out measures to strengthen the Single Market for banking.  President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen said: "Getting capital flowing is how we will get Europe growing. Our Savings and Investments Union needs a strong, competitive banking sector at its heart. And today's Communication takes a clear step in this direction, recalibrating our approach to risk, and enabling growth and innovation while...
Chapter News, News, TRIA News

European Commission Launches EU-Ukraine Drone Alliance to Boost Drone and Counter-drone Technology

The European Commission officially launched the EU-Ukraine Drone Alliance during the third EU-Ukraine Defence Industry Forum in Kyiv. The Alliance will help the EU and Ukraine work more closely on developing and using drones and systems to stop hostile drones. It is part of wider EU efforts to strengthen Europe's defence in this fast-changing area. The Alliance brings together companies, start-ups, researchers, armed forces and other users from EU countries and Ukraine. Its main goal is to help improve the...
Chapter News, News

IMF | The Oil Market Absorbed the War Shock, but Buffers Are Running Low

IMF Blog post | Less demand, more production, and inventory drawdowns prevented a larger price spike. A quick supply recovery is essential to avoid further damage to the global economy   The largest disruption to the global oil market in decades should have sent prices soaring. But after spiking at the start of the war in the Middle East, crude prices soon settled in a range of $90 to $100 per barrel, much lower than many had feared. Why didn’t prices...
Chapter News, News

ECB | How Banks Have Adjusted Their Lending in Response to Trade Tensions

Blog post | Changes in global trade policies and heightened trade tensions pose a challenge for euro area firms, particularly those operating internationally. For banks, these developments increase credit risk: the firms affected can face volatile demand, supply disruptions and squeezed margins, and may find it harder to service their debts. This post looks at how euro area banks have responded to rising trade tensions since 2025, drawing on granular analyses of loan portfolios from AnaCredit and survey data from the euro...

UPCOMING EACC EVENTS

Bytes & Beverages: Cyber Risk in the Age of AI

Cyber risk is no longer confined to IT departments — it is now a board-level issue shaped by regulatory pressure, legal exposure, and rapidly evolving attacker capabilities. This seminar brings together legal, technical, and strategic experts from both sides of the Atlantic to explore how organizations are navigating a fragmented regulatory environment, the rise of AI-enabled cybercrime, and the growing need for structured governance around AI deployment. From the US’s multi-layered regulatory system to Europe’s evolving cyber and data protection framework, the discussion will highlight where organizations are most exposed—and what “good preparedness” now actually looks like in practice.

    PARTNER EVENTS

    WEBINAR | New UK Data Protection Complaint-handling Obligations - What you need to know

    Hosted by Stephenson Harwood | The firm's Data Protection team invites you to join their upcoming webinar. With the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (“DUAA”) now in force, all organizations subject to UK data protection law must have a formal process for handling complaints about the use of personal data. This significant change means individuals must now raise complaints directly with organizations before approaching the ICO, and organizations must respond promptly and effectively.

    WEBINAR | Hosting International Interns & Trainees in the U.S.

    Hosted by InterExchange | Please, be invited to a free YouTube Live session on Hosting International Interns & Trainees in the U.S. This is a great opportunity for prospective and current host organizations and any employers who may be interested in learning more about hosting international interns and trainees to learn about the program, ask questions, and gain valuable insights.

      MEMBER NEWS

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      PKF O’Connor Davies | IRS Introduces Automatic Penalty Relief: What Taxpayers May Be Giving Up

      The IRS is introducing a new Automatic Exemption from Penalty (AEP) program that will begin replacing its longstanding First Time Abatement (FTA) administrative penalty relief for eligible returns with original due dates on or after January 1, 2027. While the change is designed to simplify penalty relief by automatically waiving certain penalties for qualifying taxpayers, it also creates a new strategic consideration that many taxpayers and advisors may overlook. How IRS Penalty Relief Works Almost every taxpayer has missed a tax...
      Member News

      EIB | Europe launches €80 billion investment alliance to scale up tech leaders

      The EIB Group, together with EU27 governments and private institutional investors, launch second phase of the European Tech Champions Initiative. Building on the success of the first phase, the initiative will create a pan-European investment platform to turn EU tech pioneers into global leaders. AltamarCAM, Azimut Holding, Banco Santander, BBVA, Compagnia di San Paolo, Danske Bank, Green Arrow Capital among the institutional investors committing to support. ETCI 2.0 will be four times bigger in size than predecessor, tripling...
      Member News, News

      McCann Fitzgerald | Security – A Priority of Ireland’s EU Council Presidency

      As Ireland assumes the Presidency of the European Council for the eighth time, ‘security’ features as one of three pillars around which the Irish Presidency's priorities are organized, alongside competitiveness and values.  The Irish Presidency's success will ultimately be measured by its ability to advance the Union's key priorities, including managing and advancing the EU’s security agenda. While some commentators have questioned Ireland’s credibility to lead on security pointing to, for example, its comparatively low spend on defence, its defence...
      Member News, News

      Troutman Pepper Locke | No More Free Ride: Navigating CBP’s New International Mail Entry Process

      Key Points Effective July 24, 2026, CBP suspended the de minimis exemption under 19 U.S.C. Section 1321(a)(2)(C) for international mail shipments valued at $800 or less, replacing it with a formal postal entry process under 19 C.F.R. Part 145. Eligible filers — limited to owners, purchasers, or licensed customs brokers — must submit a monthly IMDW spreadsheet with 10-digit HTSUS classifications, pay duties via ACH debit by the 7th of the following month, and maintain a continuous customs bond in ACE...
      Member News, News

      Pirelli | Safety First, How Tyre Pressure Changes With Heat

      There are still way too many motorists who ignore the fact that correct tyre pressure is important both in cold weather and in hot weather, since temperature is the direct cause of the variations in the pressure itself. That's why controlling it when the seasons change is as important as covering up for winter or losing a few layers for summer. In general, in winter the tyre pressure decreases, while in spring and summer it increases compared to previous months. The...
      Member News, News

      Wilson Sonsini | EU Commission Publishes AI Transparency Code of Practice

      On June 10, 2026, the European Commission published a Code of Practice on marking and labeling of AI-generated content (the Code) following a public consultation that took place last year. The Code is divided into two sections: Section 1 sets out provenance requirements applicable to providers offering generative AI systems. Section 2 sets out transparency rules for AI-generated content applicable to deployers of AI tools, such as requirements to visibly label deepfakes and AI-generated text on matters of public interest. Background The European Union’s...

      Latest & Leading

      New Micropodcast Series: What’s Happening Across the Atlantic

      The EACCNY is happy to announce the launch of its “What’s Happening Across the Atlantic” series, an initiative that aims to offer our members and wider audience hands-on updates on current affairs and policy developments on both sides of the pond. In these 3-5 minute segments, EU and US policy makers and experts along with a select group of EACCNY members will answer a single timely question: What’s Happening Across the Atlantic” focusing on a specific topic that is relevant to our audience.

      Member Spotlight

       

      Anchin works alongside privately held businesses, investment funds and high net worth individuals to guide them on a wide range of traditional and specialty advisory services. With a diverse staff of approximately 600—including 70 partners, principals, and managing directors—Anchin provides ahead-of-the-curve thinking in all of our practice areas. Our services include accounting and assurance, tax planning and compliance and advisory to a wide range of clients. We proudly empower our clients to realize their goals and drive success, in any economy. We’re excited to share our capabilities are expanding. Effective July 1, 2026, Anchin will be combining with Baker Tilly, a leading advisory, tax, and assurance firm. The agreement brings together our two firms, both known for deep industry specialization, long-standing client relationships, and a shared dedication to serving middle-market clients with high-quality services. Moving forward, we’re committed to continuing to deliver the same level of attention and relationship focus that’s made us the firm of choice for so many of our clients.

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