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European Union

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The European Union (EU) is a political and economic union of 27 member states that are located primarily in Europe. A supranational union with a total area of 4,233,255 km2 (1,634,469 sq mi) and an estimated population of over 450 million as of 2025, its member states generated a nominal gross domestic product (GDP) of around €18.802 trillion in 2025, accounting for approximately one sixth of global economic output. The EU is often described as a sui generis political entity combining characteri

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Founded
1993-11-01
Country
Internationality
Headquarters
Brussels
Industry
international governmental or non-governmental organizations
Website
europa.eu

How European Union connects to other topics

is subsidiary of by European External Action Service
is subsidiary of by Publications Office of the European Union
is subsidiary of by European Commission
founded by Italy
founded by France
founded by Luxembourg
is subsidiary of by European Institute of Innovation and Technology
regulates Nintendo Switch 2
is regulates by Steam
regulates Charter of Fundamental Rights of the EU
regulates Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union
platform for Nintendo Switch 2
regulates Sony

Articles Mentioning European Union

PlayStation Physical Sales Collapse: Only Seven Games Hit 100K Copies in US This Year

New Circana data reveals just seven PlayStation titles have sold over 100,000 physical copies in the US this year, with only two breaking 10,000 units in a single week. The numbers arrive as Sony faces sustained backlash over its plan to end disc production by January 2028.

Jul 21, 2026

Nintendo Switch Production Ending in Europe by 2027 as Switch 2 Arrives at $500

Nintendo will cease production of all original Switch models for the European market in February 2027 due to new EU right-to-repair legislation requiring replaceable batteries. The Switch 2 launches at $500, removing the affordable entry point that the $200 Switch Lite provided for budget-conscious players across Europe.

Jul 18, 2026

PS5 Disc Sales to End in 2028, EU Unable to Intervene in Sony's Decision

The European Union has stated it cannot stop Sony from discontinuing physical disc releases for new PS5 games starting January 2028, citing commercial freedoms. Despite a petition nearing 300,000 signatures and backlash from gamers, Sony is unlikely to reverse its decision, which shifts focus to more lucrative digital sales. This move affects all new PS5 titles, though some upcoming games like God of War Laufey and Marvel’s Wolverine will still be available on disc.

Jul 11, 2026

Nintendo Switch 2 Revised for EU: Replaceable Battery Compliance Announced

Nintendo has unveiled a revised Switch 2 console for the European market, featuring replaceable batteries to comply with EU legislation. This update, affecting models with numbers starting with BEE, including the console and Joy-Cons, allows users to swap batteries using standard or specialized tools. The move aligns with the EU's 2023 law aimed at reducing battery waste and increasing recyclability.

Jun 8, 2026

Valve May Roll Out 30-Day Steam Price Tracking for All Users

Valve is set to introduce 30-day Steam price tracking, helping players find the best discounts on PC games.

Apr 16, 2026

EU Gamers Petition to Stop Shutdown of Live Service Games

Thousands of EU gamers urge publishers to maintain games in playable states post-release, advocating for new legislation to protect consumer rights.

Aug 3, 2024

Logitech's 'Forever Mouse' Proposal Sparks Debate

Logitech's proposed 'forever mouse' model, requiring subscriptions for software updates, stirs controversy among consumers favoring traditional hardware ownership.

Aug 2, 2024

French Authorities Raid Nvidia Offices: Implications on the Tech Industry

The French Competition Authority recently raided Nvidia's offices as part of an anti-competitive practices inquiry. Explore the impact of this development on Nvidia and the broader tech industry.

Oct 19, 2023