Andre Barrinha
@abarrinha.bsky.social
Politics, security, technology, and sport
Research profile 👉 https://researchportal.bath.ac.uk/en/persons/andre-barrinha
Research profile 👉 https://researchportal.bath.ac.uk/en/persons/andre-barrinha
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This research is important because it corroborates what we already knew - that when comparing the UK to peer economies, it has had a big slowdown since 2016. It does so with firm-level data and finds more EU-connected firms have sizeable shortfalls in productivity and investment compared to less.
Brexit has caused almost twice as much damage to the UK economy than estimated by official forecasts, according to new paper from a group of experts including a senior Bank of England economist
Brexit Hit to UK Economy Double Official Estimate, Study Finds
Brexit has caused almost twice as much damage to the UK economy than estimated by official forecasts, according to new paper from a group of experts including a senior Bank of England economist.
bloom.bg
November 21, 2025 at 11:14 AM
This research is important because it corroborates what we already knew - that when comparing the UK to peer economies, it has had a big slowdown since 2016. It does so with firm-level data and finds more EU-connected firms have sizeable shortfalls in productivity and investment compared to less.
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The levy on foreign students is an export tax. Has anyone in government wondered why countries don't usually impose export taxes?
A levy on foreign students is one of the closest things you're going to see to tariffs on services - except the UK will be putting it on its own exports...
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
Levy on international students’ tuition fees not in best interest of UK, says leader of top university
Duncan Ivison, president of Manchester University, says government’s 6% surcharge plan will ‘hurt the sector’
www.theguardian.com
November 15, 2025 at 10:45 AM
The levy on foreign students is an export tax. Has anyone in government wondered why countries don't usually impose export taxes?
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After more than four years of development and multiple delays, the British government on Wednesday introduced its landmark Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to Parliament, threatening large fines for companies that fail to protect themselves from cyberattacks.
Here's what you need to know ⤵️
Here's what you need to know ⤵️
British government unveils long-awaited landmark cybersecurity bill
After years of delays, the British government introduced its landmark Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to Parliament, threatening large fines for companies that fail to protect themselves from cyber...
therecord.media
November 12, 2025 at 6:39 PM
After more than four years of development and multiple delays, the British government on Wednesday introduced its landmark Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to Parliament, threatening large fines for companies that fail to protect themselves from cyberattacks.
Here's what you need to know ⤵️
Here's what you need to know ⤵️
E que tal se os candidatos disserem aquilo em que acreditam e deixarem os eleitores decidirem quem preferem? Parece ingénuo mas nos dias que correm talvez não seja assim tanto…
Depois da dificuldade em assumir-se de esquerda na entrevista ao PÚBLICO, António José Seguro admite agora que não foi um dos seus melhores momentos. Será suficiente para mobilizar a esquerda?
Por este caminho, a esquerda acaba toda a apoiar António José Seguro
Depois da dificuldade em assumir-se de esquerda na entrevista ao PÚBLICO, António José Seguro admite agora que não foi um dos seus melhores momentos. Será suficiente para mobilizar a esquerda?
www.publico.pt
November 7, 2025 at 6:04 PM
E que tal se os candidatos disserem aquilo em que acreditam e deixarem os eleitores decidirem quem preferem? Parece ingénuo mas nos dias que correm talvez não seja assim tanto…
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Vital piece of investigative reporting from Sky. They've uncovered the X algorithm which feeds users extremist right wing material from the moment they join the site. It is a far-right radicalisation engine, by design.
news.sky.com/story/the-x-...
news.sky.com/story/the-x-...
Elon Musk is boosting the British right - and this shows how
Elon Musk is boosting the British right - and this shows how
news.sky.com
November 6, 2025 at 7:23 AM
Vital piece of investigative reporting from Sky. They've uncovered the X algorithm which feeds users extremist right wing material from the moment they join the site. It is a far-right radicalisation engine, by design.
news.sky.com/story/the-x-...
news.sky.com/story/the-x-...
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Meta annually earns $16 billion (with a "b") on ads built to defraud people.
It's so bad that Meta itself admits that its advertising tools and platforms have made it a pillar of the global scam economy.
Reporting by Reuters.
www.reuters.com/investigatio...
It's so bad that Meta itself admits that its advertising tools and platforms have made it a pillar of the global scam economy.
Reporting by Reuters.
www.reuters.com/investigatio...
November 6, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Meta annually earns $16 billion (with a "b") on ads built to defraud people.
It's so bad that Meta itself admits that its advertising tools and platforms have made it a pillar of the global scam economy.
Reporting by Reuters.
www.reuters.com/investigatio...
It's so bad that Meta itself admits that its advertising tools and platforms have made it a pillar of the global scam economy.
Reporting by Reuters.
www.reuters.com/investigatio...
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My chapter with @abarrinha.bsky.social on "Cyber Diplomacy in International Relations" is now out in The Palgrave Handbook on Cyber Diplomacy.
Chapter: lnkd.in/g3Kz5x88
Book: lnkd.in/gQnJKiVK
Chapter: lnkd.in/g3Kz5x88
Book: lnkd.in/gQnJKiVK
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lnkd.in
October 2, 2025 at 2:29 PM
My chapter with @abarrinha.bsky.social on "Cyber Diplomacy in International Relations" is now out in The Palgrave Handbook on Cyber Diplomacy.
Chapter: lnkd.in/g3Kz5x88
Book: lnkd.in/gQnJKiVK
Chapter: lnkd.in/g3Kz5x88
Book: lnkd.in/gQnJKiVK
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A cyberattack disrupted operations at several major European airports today, including Brussels Airport and London’s Heathrow, causing flight delays and cancellations.
Cyberattack causes delays, disruptions at European airports
Collins Aerospace, which provides check-in and boarding systems for airlines at multiple airports, said a “cyber-related disruption” affected its systems.
www.politico.eu
September 20, 2025 at 9:26 AM
A cyberattack disrupted operations at several major European airports today, including Brussels Airport and London’s Heathrow, causing flight delays and cancellations.
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A gigante tecnológica foi acusada de favorecer os seus produtos na publicidade online.
Comissão Europeia multa Google em quase três mil milhões de euros
A gigante tecnológica foi acusada de favorecer os seus produtos na publicidade online.
www.publico.pt
September 5, 2025 at 4:50 PM
A gigante tecnológica foi acusada de favorecer os seus produtos na publicidade online.
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#Portugal 🇵🇹 are the #UEFA #NationsLeague champions, six years since they won the inaugural tournament.
June 8, 2025 at 9:46 PM
#Portugal 🇵🇹 are the #UEFA #NationsLeague champions, six years since they won the inaugural tournament.
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Universities face over £1bn in funding cuts due to policies introduced by the Labour government, the sector has warned
Universities UK's Vivienne Stern said that rather than alleviate financial pressures facing HE, recent decisions have made them "a bit worse"
reports @matildamartin.bsky.social
Universities UK's Vivienne Stern said that rather than alleviate financial pressures facing HE, recent decisions have made them "a bit worse"
reports @matildamartin.bsky.social
Universities Face Losing Over £1bn In Funding, The Sector Warns
Labour government policies have led to losses of more than £1bn from the higher education sector since it came to power, new analysis suggests.
www.politicshome.com
May 28, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Universities face over £1bn in funding cuts due to policies introduced by the Labour government, the sector has warned
Universities UK's Vivienne Stern said that rather than alleviate financial pressures facing HE, recent decisions have made them "a bit worse"
reports @matildamartin.bsky.social
Universities UK's Vivienne Stern said that rather than alleviate financial pressures facing HE, recent decisions have made them "a bit worse"
reports @matildamartin.bsky.social
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"As televisões privadas deram mais do dobro das entrevistas a Ventura, quando comparadas com o líder da oposição, que tinha quase o triplo dos votos e seis vezes mais deputados."
Newsletter de Bárbara Reis
Newsletter de Bárbara Reis
Ventura entrevistado 61 vezes nas TV, mais do que Rio e Montenegro juntos
Uma newsletter de Bárbara Reis sobre o outro lado do jornalismo e dos media.
www.publico.pt
May 29, 2025 at 10:20 AM
"As televisões privadas deram mais do dobro das entrevistas a Ventura, quando comparadas com o líder da oposição, que tinha quase o triplo dos votos e seis vezes mais deputados."
Newsletter de Bárbara Reis
Newsletter de Bárbara Reis
It’s great to see @safc.com back in the EPL. But what trophy were they lifting exactly?
🏴🦁⚽️🏆 Sunderland Seal Promotion in Wembley Thriller
Watson’s late winner stuns Sheffield United as Sunderland come from behind to win 2-1 and return to the Premier League. Teen sensation leaves for Brighton on a high.
Watson’s late winner stuns Sheffield United as Sunderland come from behind to win 2-1 and return to the Premier League. Teen sensation leaves for Brighton on a high.
May 24, 2025 at 4:27 PM
It’s great to see @safc.com back in the EPL. But what trophy were they lifting exactly?
It’s tariff day today it seems…
May 23, 2025 at 2:34 PM
It’s tariff day today it seems…
This is next level www.nytimes.com/2025/05/22/u...
Trump Administration Halts Harvard’s Ability to Enroll International Students
www.nytimes.com
May 22, 2025 at 6:58 PM
This is next level www.nytimes.com/2025/05/22/u...
Parece-me urgente rever a distribuição dos círculos eleitorais. Precisamos de menos, mas com um número mais equilibrado de deputados. Tendo em conta que ainda estão por contar os votos dos emigrantes, eu diria que vamos ultrapassar os 10% de votos para o lixo… www.publico.pt/2025/05/21/p...
Nestas legislativas, 9,76% dos votos foram para o “lixo”. BE foi o mais prejudicado
Há 567 mil votos válidos que não foram convertidos em mandatos e número deverá aumentar com a contagem de voto dos emigrantes. Eleição após eleição, BE é partido mais penalizado.
www.publico.pt
May 21, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Parece-me urgente rever a distribuição dos círculos eleitorais. Precisamos de menos, mas com um número mais equilibrado de deputados. Tendo em conta que ainda estão por contar os votos dos emigrantes, eu diria que vamos ultrapassar os 10% de votos para o lixo… www.publico.pt/2025/05/21/p...
O mesmo problema existe fora de Lisboa. A nossa dependência do carro é tão grande e cultivada desde tão cedo, que nem percebemos que outras realidades (mais saudáveis e económicas) são possíveis…
Em 36 cidades europeias, a capital portuguesa é das piores para deslocações de crianças, só à frente de Sofia. Paris, Amesterdão e Antuérpia estão no topo da lista.
A pé ou de bicicleta, Lisboa fica na cauda da Europa em mobilidade urbana infantil
Em 36 cidades europeias, a capital portuguesa é das piores para deslocações de crianças, só à frente de Sofia. Paris, Amesterdão e Antuérpia estão no topo da lista.
www.publico.pt
May 14, 2025 at 10:02 AM
O mesmo problema existe fora de Lisboa. A nossa dependência do carro é tão grande e cultivada desde tão cedo, que nem percebemos que outras realidades (mais saudáveis e económicas) são possíveis…
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“Now, everyone in Europe can see the risks of relying on U.S. tech.” Read @himself.bsky.social and @abenewman.bsky.social on how Silicon Valley’s efforts to cater to the Trump administration could undermine Big Tech’s business model across much of the world:
The Brewing Transatlantic Tech War
How Silicon Valley got entangled in geopolitics—and lost.
www.foreignaffairs.com
April 3, 2025 at 5:31 PM
“Now, everyone in Europe can see the risks of relying on U.S. tech.” Read @himself.bsky.social and @abenewman.bsky.social on how Silicon Valley’s efforts to cater to the Trump administration could undermine Big Tech’s business model across much of the world:
It will be interesting the impact this will have on international admissions in US universities next year, but then again, this may well be part of the plan…
Funnily enough the British free speech warriors who were so determined to protect free speech on campus they made up data on cancelled events, and relentlessly and successfully lobbied the government to pass a law protecting a right already legally protected, have had *nothing* to say on this.
Oh my God. The email contains an implied threat that any student who doesn’t immediately leave might be sent to El Salvador.
/technically it says “countries other than their countries of origin,” but the context right now, given everything going on, makes the threat clear.
/technically it says “countries other than their countries of origin,” but the context right now, given everything going on, makes the threat clear.
March 29, 2025 at 5:07 PM
It will be interesting the impact this will have on international admissions in US universities next year, but then again, this may well be part of the plan…
The ‘review of Nimitz Library’s holdings has identified 900 books that may run afoul of the defense secretary’s verbal order. According to a second defense official, they include “The Autobiography of Martin Luther King Jr.,” “Einstein on Race and Racism,” and a biography on Jackie Robinson.’
Hegseth's office ordered the U.S. Naval Academy to review all 590,000 books in its library for content at odds with an executive order banning “radical indoctrination” in K-12 schools, even though it is a college. MLK, Einstein books already identified for removal www.nytimes.com/2025/03/28/u...
Naval Academy Takes Steps to End Diversity Policies in Books and Admissions
The defense secretary’s office has ordered that some books be removed from circulation in its library, and the academy has ended the use of affirmative action in admissions.
www.nytimes.com
March 29, 2025 at 11:49 AM
The ‘review of Nimitz Library’s holdings has identified 900 books that may run afoul of the defense secretary’s verbal order. According to a second defense official, they include “The Autobiography of Martin Luther King Jr.,” “Einstein on Race and Racism,” and a biography on Jackie Robinson.’
Is this April Fools’ Day in Brussels already? www.politico.eu/article/uk-e...
UK-EU defense pact really does depend on fish, European minister warns
Countries including France are said to want to tie a new post-Brexit security deal to more beneficial access to British waters, potentially holding up military cooperation.
www.politico.eu
March 25, 2025 at 10:13 AM
Is this April Fools’ Day in Brussels already? www.politico.eu/article/uk-e...
Turkey is not Russia. Erdoğan may end up creating a crisis where it didn’t exist…
A huge anti-Erdoğan protest tonight in Istanbul, defying a four day national ban on protests, to denounce the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu.
"Break down those barricades without harming the police. Take to the streets and squares", Ozgur Ozel, an opposition leader, told protesters.
"Break down those barricades without harming the police. Take to the streets and squares", Ozgur Ozel, an opposition leader, told protesters.
March 21, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Turkey is not Russia. Erdoğan may end up creating a crisis where it didn’t exist…
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Today’s Daily Cartoon, by Paul Noth. #NewYorkerCartoons nyer.cm/dE5ukWH
March 12, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Today’s Daily Cartoon, by Paul Noth. #NewYorkerCartoons nyer.cm/dE5ukWH
Slightly concerning… on.ft.com/41gRYIP Russian defence spending exceeds all of Europe combined, study finds
Russian defence spending exceeds all of Europe combined, study finds
IISS assessment lays bare challenges facing Europe should US cut back Ukraine military support
on.ft.com
February 15, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Slightly concerning… on.ft.com/41gRYIP Russian defence spending exceeds all of Europe combined, study finds