Ireland to flatline in 2010; tough budgets ahead

Ireland's economy will flatline this year, defying government expectations for modest growth, the central bank said on Monday underlining the challenge facing Prime Minister Brian Cowen in salvaging the country's fortunes. Cowen,

Economic Sentiment Indicator improves in Cyprus

Economic Sentiment Indicator in Cyprus has greatly improved for the fifth month running according to September data published by the European Commission. European Commissions’ Directorate – General for Economic and Financial Affairs

EU seeks to boost defences against cyber attacks

European Union policymakers said on Thursday they want to combat large-scale cyber attacks that could paralyze modern, industrialized nations that rely on computer networks. Proposals put forward by the European Commission include

Apple takes legal battle with Nokia to Britai

Apple has sued Nokia in Britain, extending the two technology giants' legal battle over patents beyond U.S. borders. “We are investigating the claims, which appear to be based on nine implementation patents