EU Makes Instant Bank Transfers Mandatory From October 9
From October 9, EU banks must offer instant transfers and check IBAN-name matches, aiming to fight fraud and boost payment security.
Austria Plans €500M Fund-Of-Funds To Boost Start-Ups
Austria plans a €300–500M start-up fund-of-funds to attract private investment, with the state as anchor investor and EU-wide scope.
RBI And EU Banks To Launch Euro Stablecoin In 2026
Raiffeisen Bank International and eight EU banks plan to launch a euro-backed Stablecoin in 2026 under MiCAR rules, offering a European payment alternative.
Study: Three Whitening Toothpastes Offer Little Cavity Shield
A test of 17 whitening toothpastes found three offered little cavity protection; some were downgraded for titanium dioxide and other risks.
New Rules For Freelancer in Austria From 2026
Austria will introduce new labor rules in 2026, allowing collective agreements and notice periods for freelance service workers.
Ex-SOS Children’s Village Worker Suspected Of Abuse
A former SOS Children’s Village worker in Seekirchen is under investigation for allegedly abusing two girls and mistreating a boy.
Trump At UN: Europe “Going To Hell,” Criticizes Austria
At the UN, Trump warned Europe of migration “overrun,” criticized Austria’s prisons, rejected Palestine recognition, and urged action on Russia.
Metal Industry Reaches Wage Agreement For 190,000 Workers
Austria’s 190,000 metalworkers won a two-year pay deal with wage hikes of up to 2.1%, one-time payments, and options for extra time off.
Driver Without License Flees Vienna Police At 180 Km/h
A 24-year-old without a license fled Vienna police at 180 km/h, endangering pedestrians and running red lights before abandoning the car.
Moose “Emil” Tranquilized Near Autobahn A1, Released In Forest
Moose Emil was tranquilized near Austria’s A1 highway and released in the Bohemian Forest. Animal groups call for more wildlife corridors.