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ITA | Department of Commerce Announces New American AI Exports Program Phase

The U.S. Department of Commerce today announced further implementation of the American AI Exports Program with a Call for Proposals from U.S. industry-led consortia to export full-stack AI technology packages. Under President Donald J. Trump’s AI Action Plan and export directives, the Department of Commerce is implementing a full-stack AI export package promotion program to advance America’s AI leadership globally. “America’s continued global leadership in AI depends on our ability to export our AI to allies around the world,” said Under...
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European Commission | Q&A on EU Inc – Making Business Easier in the European Union

Why is the Commission proposing EU Inc.? Today, for too many entrepreneurs and innovative companies, expanding across EU borders means navigating a fragmented corporate legal landscape. European companies looking to grow and scale are faced with navigating 27 national legal systems and over 60 company forms. On top of that, many processes still require manual paperwork, in-person appointments, and unnecessary documentation. This can delay the setting-up of a company for weeks or even months, slowing growth, raising costs and discouraging scale. During the...
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IMF | Europe Can Regain Its Productivity Edge by Scaling Up

Capital markets integration, expanding opportunities for workers, and bigger consumer markets will allow companies to grow faster. Europe once led the world in productivity growth but now lags the United States —and the gap has widened significantly in recent years. The Chart of the Week shows that behind this shortfall is the staggering difficulty that European firms face in scaling up. In the United States, the stock market valuation of young firms (under the age of 50) is $42.9 trillion, compared to a...
Chapter News, News, Trade & TTIP Related

World Bank | How Forever Chemicals are Impacting International Trade

Blog | "Forever chemicals” are synthetic substances that have been widely used for decades in industrial and consumer products due to their resistance to heat, oil, and water. Officially called per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – or PFAS – they are man-made chemicals that do not degrade easily and accumulate in soil, water, air, and ultimately, the food we eat. Forever chemicals can pose serious environmental and health risks, but they are also fast becoming a challenge in international trade, resulting...
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European Council | Council Agrees Position to Streamline Rules on Artificial Intelligence

Today the Council agreed its position on the proposal to streamline certain rules regarding artificial intelligence (AI). The proposal forms part of the so-called “Omnibus VII” legislative package in the EU’s simplification agenda. The package includes proposals for two regulations aiming to simplify the EU’s digital legislative framework and the implementation of harmonised rules on AI. "Streamlining the AI rules is essential for ensuring the EU’s digital sovereignty. As presidency, we worked on this proposal with urgency, reaching a swift agreement to facilitate the timely...
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ECB | A Highway for the Future of Europe’s Digital Finance

Blog|  Piero Cipollone, Member of the Executive Board of the ECB As payments and financial markets go digital, central bank money must evolve too. Through initiatives such as Pontes and Appia, the Eurosystem is working with market participants to ensure that tokenised finance can settle safely in central bank money, supporting innovation, integration and Europe’s financial sovereignty. Technology is transforming how we communicate, travel, work and pay. The way that central banks issue money also needs to change, to meet the...

UPCOMING EACC EVENTS

New Member Welcome Coffee

The European American Chamber of Commerce is a network that brings together Europeans and Americans to engage in an open dialogue. Over the years we have built a community of like-minded European and American business executives who work together to further develop transatlantic trade relations. Our members are an essential part of this work. We therefore invite our new members to meet the EACCNY leadership, staff, and fellow members to help them get a head start - making new connections, exploring potential business opportunities, and becoming acquainted with our network. We also encourage our existing members to join us in greeting our newest members and opening the door to future collaboration.

How AI is Driving the Future of Life Sciences Markets

Life sciences companies are using AI to speed up drug discovery, accelerate commercialization timelines, and improve back-office functions. The strong AI market in the U.S. has allowed for collaborations between AI-focused tech companies, life sciences companies, and universities. However, limitations around centralized data availability have made for challenges with deploying technology for clinical and commercial purposes. Europe has unique advantages due to many countries having centralized health data stores, collaborative networks, and strong public funding for research. As we have seen increased investment for companies utilizing AI to improve patient outcomes, life sciences companies who can unlock cross-border collaborations in the AI space may be able to tap into constrained capital markets.

    PARTNER EVENTS

    Webinar | Top Credits and Incentives You May Be Missing in 2026

    Hosted by CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) | Are you leaving money on the table? Organizations in all industries are finding meaningful savings through federal, state, and local tax credits and incentives — yet some businesses don’t claim the benefits they qualify for. Join CLA for a practical complimentary webinar that breaks down where opportunities exist, and how to take advantage of them. You’ll leave with clarity on a wide range of credits and incentives involving research, development, energy, workforce, and expansion. We’ll explain how to use them to help drive growth and enhance cash flow.

    Webinar | Making Sense of the EU AI Act – A Practical Briefing

    Hosted by Osborne Clarke | Application and enforcement of the EU AI Act are coming steadily closer, with key obligations for everyday business use cases set to apply later this year. The AI Act's impact goes well beyond pure "tech” companies. It will affect many organisations in a variety of sectors, such as manufacturing, retail, e‑commerce, logistics, healthcare, mobility, energy, financial services and professional services, including where AI is used “only” internally in areas like production, HR, marketing, customer service, risk and compliance.

      MEMBER NEWS

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      Wilson Sonsini | New AI Terms and Conditions Coming Soon to GSA MAS Contracts

      On March 6, 2026, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) posted a proposed clause setting forth terms and conditions for artificial intelligence (AI) under GSA multiple award schedule (MAS) contracts. The clause, General Services Acquisition Regulation (GSAR) GSAR 552.239-7001, Basic Safeguarding of Artificial Intelligence Systemsx, may impact contractors with GSA MAS contracts who not only sell AI to the federal government but also use AI during contract performance. GSA is asking for public comment on the proposed clause through March 20, 2026. After...
      Member News, News

      Greenberg Traurig | Recalibrating AI Patent Strategy: What the USPTO Shift Means – and What it Doesn’t

      Under new leadership, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has recently adjusted its approach to patentability of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in multiple meaningful respects. Many companies have not yet fully absorbed the practical implications of those shifts. If your understanding of what is or is not patentable in the AI space was formed under USPTO practices from even a year ago, that understanding is worth revisiting. Companies developing and deploying AI technologies should be assessing whether...
      Member News, News

      IPTI | Property Tax in the News – March 2026

      IPTI’s usual monthly newsletter – the “President’s Message” – contains, inter alia, some summarised news articles from around the world. This IPTI publication – “Property Tax in the News” – contains some of the more interesting news articles concerning property taxes in North America and Europe which is where many of our members have a particular interest. Links to these and more, similarly summarised, articles – from North America, Europe and around the globe – can be found in...
      Member News, News, Trade & TTIP Related

      GDLSK | USTR Initiates Section 301 Investigations Against Dozens of Countries Which Could Result in New Tariffs Replacing the IEEPA Tariffs and Other Measures

      The U.S. Trade Representative has initiated two investigations under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.  Under this provision, the U.S. will investigate whether an act, policy, or practice of a foreign country either: a) violates, or is inconsistent with, the provisions of, or otherwise denies benefits to the United States under, any trade agreement; or b) is unjustifiable and burdens or restricts United States commerce. In the event of affirmative determinations by the USTR, the administration is authorized to...
      Member News, News

      Loyens & Loeff | EU Tax Alert – Edition 214

      The new edition of the EU Tax Alert is available. With this publication we would like to keep you informed about the latest developments on EU tax law. We have summarised the highlights of this edition below. CJ judgment on whether Belgium correctly implemented the CFC rules under the ATAD (Commission v Belgium, C-524/23) On 26 February 2026, the Court of Justice (CJ), delivered its judgment in the case Commission v Belgium (Case C‑524/23). The case concerns the alleged failure by the Kingdom of...
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      Orbiss | Key Opportunities and Challenges for Businesses Entering the U.S. Market

      The U.S. is one of the most attractive places in the world to do business. It’s home to a massive, high-spending consumer base, cutting-edge innovation hubs, and plenty of room for growth. But it’s also a market that comes with tough competition, complex regulations, and high operating costs. If you're entering the U.S. market, it's important to go in with a clear picture of both the upside and the hurdles. U.S. Market Opportunities  1. Access to a Massive Consumer Base The U.S. continues...

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      EACCNY Team returns from Meetings with EU Commission & EU Parliament in Brussels

      We had very fruitful discussions about the future of transatlantic trade, EU-US relations and various other issues that affect businesses on both sides of the Atlantic. The fact remains that Europe and the United States are each others most important trading partners.

       

      Member Spotlight

      The Delegation of the Basque Country to the United States and Canada serves as the official representation of the Basque Government in both countries. Its mission is to strengthen transatlantic relations and promote cooperation between the Basque Country and North America across government, business, academia, culture, sports, and science. The Delegation works to deepen institutional ties, facilitate strategic partnerships, and support dialogue between Basque and North American stakeholders. It plays an active role in promoting economic engagement, trade, and investment opportunities, while also fostering collaboration between innovation and research ecosystems. In addition, the Delegation engages with international and multilateral institutions, contributing to broader global discussions and ensuring the Basque Country’s perspectives are represented. Through its work, the Delegation aims to position the Basque Country as a dynamic, innovative, and reliable partner for transatlantic cooperation.

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