The European Union Digital Single Market
The European Union Digital Single Market

Author: Łukasz Dawid Dąbrowski

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2022-03-21

Total Pages: 175

ISBN-13: 1000588289

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According to the European Commission, two recent policies: the Digital Service Act and the Digital Market Act will allow for the regulation of a significant part of the EU Digital Single Market (DSM), to an extent similar to the creation of the traditional internal market in the early 1990s. The provisions are intended to improve conditions in the EU DSM to ensure that the market is as free and fair as it is safe for users of the digital economy. This interdisciplinary book analyses the impact of digital technologies on specific markets and, more broadly, the society and the economy. It identifies and assesses the different features, challenges, trends and dimensions of the EU DSM, from a legal and economic viewpoint, and also from a Polish perspective. Poland is presented as one of the EU countries participating in the creation of the EU DSM and is analysed alongside the average, as well as the best and the worst performing EU member states and compared with other non-EU members. The book addresses several broad areas in which the implications of digitalisation are particularly visible, and which are important to the average person: giant online platforms, freedom of speech, e-commerce, digital levy, energy infrastructure, and the labour market. The authors have presented opportunities and threats related to the functioning of the digital market. These opportunities and threats are typical of highly developed countries while reflecting the specific features of the EU DSM. The starting point of the considerations are the diverse experiences of the EU member states. The book adds a voice to the public debate on the role of the digital economy in the contemporary world and will be a useful guide for students and researchers in economics, law, and international relations. Chapters 1 and 2 of this book are available for free in PDF format as Open Access from the individual product page at ww.routledge.com . They have been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 license.

The Economic Impact of Digital Technologies
The Economic Impact of Digital Technologies

Author: Paolo Guerrieri

Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing

Published: 2011-01-01

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 0857935232

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The Economic Impact of Digital Technologies offers a profoundly illuminating examination of ICT transformations in Europe and its critical role in greater social inequality. It presents scholars and policy makers with original and practical tools to benchmark and assess the ICT diffusion and inclusion process. The core message of book is that a coherent European strategy for embedding ICT technologies in society is long overdue. Social differences in ICT use persist and are in some cases widening, yet despite this fact there is a dearth of research on remedying digital inequalities. This is of particular importance given that relative levels of ICT use, investment and research can often explain variations in economic performance between industrialised countries. The purpose of this book is to fill the gap in the literature by presenting key evidence on the economic benefits (and costs) deriving from investment in an inclusive information society. The authors propose indicators and indexes of digital development and e-Inclusion (and its flip-side e-exclusion) to assess the relationship between inclusive ICT and wider economic and social performance in Europe. Presenting the methodology to monitor countries' performance and ICT use, together with original measures and policy suggestions, this book will be indispensable to policymakers, scholars and postgraduate students in a variety of areas including economic growth, innovation, industrial and organizational studies, information and technology, European studies, and public and social policy.

Crystalizing the EU Digital Policy
Crystalizing the EU Digital Policy

Author: Mirela Mărcuț

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2017-11-10

Total Pages: 225

ISBN-13: 3319692275

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This book explores the intricate connection between the Single Market, characterized by the freedom of movement of goods, services, capital and labor within and across Europe, and the Digital Single Market, the virtual space that promotes freedom of movement of information and data. Both a result and catalyst of the Single Market, the Digital Single Market has become a different space from the Single Market, as the former is based on the application of information and communication technologies (ICTs), while the latter is the result of concerted actions and concessions by Member States in the European Union. The author argues that, similar to the Single Market, the Digital Single Market is an instrument, built by the influence of the Internet, which can provide a new means of socio-economic growth and development in Europe. While sharing many similar characteristics, the Single Market and the Digital Single Market diverge in important aspects, particularly with respect to policy. The research analyzes the interaction between policy actors, their influence in the European decision-making process, and their interests in order to establish a digital policy model, in comparison with market policy. Moreover, this volume considers the implementation process and the success of such initiatives under the current policy model, and puts forward policy recommendations. Ultimately, the author considers the utility of such research on digital policy, considering the current focus on migration, vulnerabilities to internal challenges (e.g., Brexit) and security threats, maintaining that the discussion of digital policies relates to an innovative vision of the European integration process and prospects for its future.

Europe 4.0
Europe 4.0

Author: Mary Hallward-Driemeier

Publisher: World Bank Group Publications

Published: 2021

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13: 9781464816741

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This latest volume provides a framework, evidence, and recommendations for how to attain a dynamic and inclusive digital economy. Europe 4.0 is possible -- and Europe should take the chance.

Perspectives for Digital Social Innovation to Reshape the European Welfare Systems
Perspectives for Digital Social Innovation to Reshape the European Welfare Systems

Author: F. Davide

Publisher: IOS Press

Published: 2021-03-15

Total Pages: 358

ISBN-13: 1643681575

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Social welfare is riddled with ingrained problems that have already defeated all standard approaches, and reform calls for counterintuitive action. Digital Social Innovation (DSI) is primarily about promoting grassroots initiatives to address localized societal problems, and is not normally talked about in relation to welfare reform, but perhaps social innovation initiatives, with their localized and case-based approach, could help to solve the enormous structural problems faced by our welfare democracies today. This book addresses the potential and implications of DSI for the reform of the European welfare state. The 14 papers collected here focus on key issues, such as the nature of social innovation and its effects; scaling up to address structural problems and make systemic change; new social risks and challenges; the role of digital thinking and emerging technologies; public governance approaches; tolerance of institutions; integrating innovation in the welfare system; and the empowerment of marginalized citizens. These topics are examined from an integrated and multi-disciplinary perspective, taking into consideration not only current EU debate on policy trends for social protection, but also the nature of digital transformation and its effects on social change. The book also highlights barriers to adoption, as well as the potential limitations and failures of this emerging approach. Digital social innovation is an emerging discipline that deserves more attention from policy makers and more resources from government. Drawing on welfare studies, political science, sociology, psychology, law and computer science, this book will be of interest to researchers, practitioners and policy makers alike.

The Secret of Success
The Secret of Success

Author: European Commission

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13: 9789292021337

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Welcome to the 2014-15 edition of the 'Secret of Success'. In the current economic situation, European companies must turn to innovation, productivity, resource-efficiency and high value-added if they want to stay competitive in global markets and to respond to the growth and job creation challenges. Digital transition, which is underway across the global economy, is at the heart of the transformation of European industry. In the context of the Europe 2020 strategy, the EU is implementing several measures with the ambition of creating a wide and strong industrial base conducive to a positive environment for long term investments; accelerating increases in productivity and job creation; raising EU industrial competitiveness; and bringing the contribution of industry to a level of 20% of the GDP by 2020.^Digital technologies are the single most important driver of innovation and growth today; they re-shape entire industries and open doors for a new generation of entrepreneurs and innovators. However, Europe is only scratching the surface when it comes to reaping the benefits of digital growth, with only 2% of European enterprises currently taking full advantage of digital opportunities. This is why the EU Digital Agenda and the EU Industrial Policy not only recognise transformative power of digital technologies and their growing impact across all sectors, but also call to integrate new technological opportunities, such as cloud computing, big data and data value chain developments, new industrial applications of internet, smart factories, robotics, or 3-D printing and design into all sectors of the economy. And it does not stop there.^The entrepreneurs in this brochure, although diverse in their gender, age, ethnicity and experiences, all have a common thread running through their stories. These should inspire policy-makers and would-be entrepreneurs and help draw conclusions on what it takes to build and grow a successful business powered by advanced digital technologies.

Using Technology to 'Co-Create' EU Policies
Using Technology to 'Co-Create' EU Policies

Author: Gianluca Sgueo

Publisher:

Published: 2020

Total Pages: 9

ISBN-13:

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What will European Union (EU) decision-making look like in the next decade and beyond? Is technological progress promoting more transparent, inclusive and participatory decision-making at EU level?Technology has dramatically changed both the number and quality of connections between citizens and public administrations. With technological progress, citizens have gained improved access to public authorities through new digital communication channels. Innovative, tech-based, approaches to policy-making have become the subject of a growing debate between academics and politicians. Theoretical approaches such as 'CrowdLaw', 'Policy-Making 3.0', 'liquid', 'do-it- yourself' or 'technical' democracy and 'democratic innovations' share the positive outlook towards technology; and technology is seen as the medium through which policies can be 'co-created' by decision-makers and stakeholders. Co-creation is mutually beneficial. Decision-makers gain legitimacy by incorporating the skills, knowledge and expertise of citizens, who in turn have the opportunity to shape new policies according to their needs and expectations.EU institutions are at the forefront of experimentation with technologically innovative approaches to make decision-making more transparent and accessible to stakeholders. Efforts in modernising EU participatory channels through technology have evolved over time: from redressing criticism on democratic deficits, through fostering digital interactions with stakeholders, up to current attempts at designing policy-making in a friendly and participative manner.While technological innovation holds the promise of making EU policy-making even more participatory, it is not without challenges. To begin with, technology is resource consuming. There are legal challenges associated with both over- and under-regulation of the use of technology in policy-making. Furthermore, technological innovation raises ethical concerns. It may increase inequality, for instance, or infringe personal privacy.

The Digital Decade
The Digital Decade

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 2023

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9789268042205

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EU citizens increasingly use the internet and a broad array of digital tools to work, learn, and socialise; to interact with companies or their governments, and to access services such as health and culture. The internet and digital tools are no longer a toy for early adopters. For today's citizens, companies, organisations, and governments, they have become an essential part of society. The COVID-19 crisis has further accelerated this trend. A shared, coherent vision for a digital economy and what it means to be a citizen in an increasingly digital world is more important than ever. The first part of this report focuses on the perception among EU citizens of the increasingly critical role that digital tools and the internet will play in their lives, and their expected impact in the foreseeable future. Among other things respondents were asked how important they expect digital tools and the internet to be in their lives by 2030, and whether or not they expect digital tools and the internet to facilitate their lives, for instance for accessing education and training opportunities, healthcare services, or connecting with other people. The second part of this report explores the perception among respondents of national priorities in terms of digital technologies, and the importance of cooperation among EU Member States regarding digital technologies, for instance regarding increasing investments in more innovative and secure digital technologies, notably through projects involving two or more Member States or ensuring that the same digital technologies and services are accessible to everyone, everywhere in the EU. The third part of the report focuses on the awareness of EU citizens on the application and protection of fundamental rights in the online environment. More concretely, respondents were asked whether or not they are aware that rights such as the freedom of expression, privacy, or non-discrimination should be respected online as well as offline.