In this thought leadership interview, Jan-Willem Scheijgrond, Vice President and Global Head of Government and Public Affairs at Philips, shares his vision for the future of European healthcare. He explains why health should be seen as an investment rather than a cost, and how digitization and AI can help create more equitable, resilient systems amid workforce shortages and an aging population. The discussion explores:

- The role of the European Health Data Space in unlocking innovation and competitiveness.
- Why cardiovascular health could redefine care delivery and prevention strategies.
- How regulatory reform and better funding coordination are critical to Europe’s ambition to lead in medtech and pharma.

Watch the full interview to learn how Europe can turn ambition into action and secure the health of its citizens for decades to come.

In this interview, Noémie Papp, Senior Expert for Conduct, Payments & Consumers at the European Banking Authority (EBA), explains why online fraud and scams have become more sophisticated and harder to detect. She highlights the role of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and crypto assets in enabling new forms of deception, and the severe financial and emotional consequences for victims.

The discussion explores the EBA’s latest consumer protection campaign, which focuses on financial education and practical steps to prevent fraud. Papp outlines common warning signs, from urgent requests and overpromising offers to untraceable payment methods, and shares advice on what to do if you fall victim. She also touches on broader regulatory efforts, including strong customer authentication and upcoming requirements to further reduce payment fraud. Watch the full interview for insights into how Europe is tackling this growing challenge.

In this Euractiv Thought Leadership interview, Laura Galli, Vice President at 3M, explains the company’s approach to improving workplace health and safety across sectors such as consumer goods, industrial and transportation. She highlights how innovation and sustainability are shaping the future of personal protective equipment, including the use of recycled materials.

The discussion also explores the importance of ethics and compliance in corporate culture, the challenges of applying EU health and safety legislation across all businesses, and the need for greater support for small and medium-sized enterprises. Galli emphasises how collaboration with policymakers and stakeholders drives progress and ensures safer workplaces. Watch the full interview for more.