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A great example of Member States through the #D9+ forward looking countries calling on the #EU to review its #digital rule book, think very carefully before introducing any new #legislation, and really to call for #BetterRegulation to be properly incorporated into the process. It’s clear they see #MemberStates and many sectors struggling under the increasing regulatory burdens and that there aren’t always commensurate benefits to #consumers or society All in all a positive pro #Europe call to do better together! #digitalEU #CCIAeurope #competitiveness #competition CCIA Europe #EUCommission #digital #costofregulation https://lnkd.in/eqZgvxPQ

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The recent investigation into Temu by European regulators, which examines both the platform's addictive design and the sale of illegal products, highlights an urgent need for sustainable digital practices. This calls to mind the 1987 #BrundtlandReport (https://lnkd.in/dKD8i7EX), which defines #sustainability as meeting today’s needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. Many #digitalservices prioritize metrics like #userretention and #revenue, sometimes fostering #addictive designs that keep users—especially vulnerable groups such as children—engaged for extended periods. This business model focuses on maximizing traffic and profit at the potential expense of users’ #mentalhealth, #cognitivedevelopment, and overall #wellbeing. If we do not address these issues, those digital services could hinder future generations' ability to make healthy choices in a tech-driven world. Regulatory efforts are a crucial reminder for the tech industry to focus on long-term societal benefit, balancing growth with ethical responsibility and creating digital experiences that contribute positively to users' lives and society. https://lnkd.in/diqkjNjq #responsibleprogress

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Going to Identity Week in Amsterdam in June? Steve Grant and I need your input. Sign up for our roundtable on 11 June and come along ready to discuss our hypothesis: the future border is face only. #identityweek #identity #biometrics #borders #bordercontrol #bordermanagement #entrust

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The European Commission's 2024 State of the Digital Decade report, published earlier this week, reveals insufficient progress in reaching the EU's digital objectives and targets. In particular, businesses’ uptake of digital technologies remains a key challenge. #Cloud adoption has increased minimally, while there has been no noticeable improvement in #AI take-up. At the same time, the great majority of EU citizens consider that the digitalisation of daily services makes their lives easier. A large percentage also considers it important for public authorities to ensure that European companies can grow and become European Champions able to compete globally How can the situation improve? We can all agree that digitalisation can help immensely European companies to increase their global competitiveness. Still, more needs to be done to 1) increase trust in technology and 2) incentivise organisations of all sizes to invest in their digital transformation. The next European Commission and Parliament have a unique opportunity to work on policy solutions to address these two priorities. The complex regulatory environment of the EU should be streamlined and simplified so that European businesses are able to identify trusted technology solutions, as well as develop and deliver such solutions themselves. It is encouraging that the Digital Decade report emphasises the delivery of implementation and enforcement of existing legislation. The focus of the report on digital investments is equally important. For many businesses, digital transformation means a (inevitable?) leap of faith. Funding opportunities and government support geared towards adoption of digital solutions will boost adoption of new technologies helping to propel European businesses into their digital era. Lastly, maintaining an open and competitive digital market is a prerequisite for a successful digital transition. The report offers also a good summary of the key digital regulatory initiatives the EU undertook in the past five years. It would be interesting for the next edition of the Digital Decade report to take stock of the impact that regulation has had in advancing the Digital Decade targets. You can read the report and its accompanying Annexes here: https://lnkd.in/eZKUMidi #DigitalDecade #digitaltransformation #enterpriseAI #digitalskills #digitization #digitalization #EuropeanUnion #artificialintelligence

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🔎 Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) is taking action! An investigation has been launched into Ryanair's Customer Verification Process for travelers booking flights through third-party websites or online travel agents (OTA). 🔒 The focus of the inquiry revolves around privacy concerns and how Ryanair handles additional ID verification for customers who don't book directly through their website. This includes the use of facial recognition technology and biometric data. 💡 The DPC has received multiple complaints from Ryanair customers across the EU/EEA, prompting this investigation to ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). ⚖️ Interestingly, this move by the DPC comes as Ryanair continues its vocal opposition to OTAs and unauthorized reselling of its tickets. A recent US court ruling against Booking.com further highlights the ongoing battles in this area. #DataProtection #PrivacyMatters #DataSecurity #GDPR #Ryanair #TravelIndustry #Investigation https://lnkd.in/eqe2EBuV

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Policing in an AI-Driven World: Europol contribution to the International Association of Chiefs of Police magazine. The seismic AI shift has given rise to a fundamental conflict: how can the police strike the right balance between making Europe safer with the help of AI, while ensuring the responsible use of the capabilities offered by emerging technologies? https://lnkd.in/eau8Ni_3.

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