Data stories

Have you used artificial intelligence today? From writing emails to generating images, AI tools are rapidly becoming part of everyday life across Europe. As adoption spreads across societies and economies, understanding how the technology is actually being used and experienced matters more than ever. Using open data from Eurostat and Eurobarometer , this data story explores how AI is being adopted...

When did you last check your mobile phone? Chances are high that social media was involved. And you are not alone. Scrolling through, sharing and reading the news, or simply filling a spare moment has become part of the daily routine for many EU citizens. What began as a way to stay in touch with friends has grown into a space where information spreads, opinions form and organisations connect with...

What comes to mind when you think of Cyprus? Many see it as a sunny island and a popular tourist destination. It lies at the eastern edge of the Mediterranean, geographically closer to the Middle East than to mainland Europe, while being a Member State of the European Union. It is one of the few EU Member States without electricity interconnections to other Member States, hosts one of the largest...

How differently do men and women experience life in Europe today? Over recent decades, the roles of men and women in Europe have shifted. More women participate in the labour market, and more men share responsibilities at home. Yet clear differences in gender roles remain in European societies, from who reaches positions of power to how household tasks are shared. This underlines why the EU...

Misinformation versus disinformation Although these terms are sometimes used interchangeably, the EU usually distinguishes between them. According to the Council of the European Union, while misinformation is usually spread without the intention of causing harm, disinformation is the sharing of false information with malicious intent, for instance, to deceive and influence voters before an...