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EU's Ex-tech Chief Joins Bank Of America As Advisor

Thierry Breton has joined Bank of America as a member of the Global Advisory Council, confirmed to AFP.
Breton was the European Union's Internal Markets Commissioner until his resignation in September 2024, replaced by Stephane Sejourne.
Daniel Freund criticized the decision, stating it undermines EU lobbying rules for former commissioners.
Breton defended his new role, emphasizing it is consultative with only three meetings per year.

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