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GIGAEurope brings together private operators who build, operate and invest in the gigabit communications networks that enable Europe’s digital connectivity.
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The EU Single Market is an achievement. Now, we need a true Digital Single Market where companies can scale up, retain talent, and compete in a global digital economy. But, does Europe have all the right networks for a competitive future?
This opinion piece outlines the connectivity, educational, and professional networks required.
Irina Varlan, Managing Director of GIGAEurope, shares lessons learnt; offers tips for women pursuing careers in predominately male sectors; and inspires us all to step outside of our comfort zone.
The forthcoming Digital Networks Act offers a unique opportunity to future-proof EU connectivity policy to deliver the greatest value for European society - in support of the EU’s overarching ambitions: technology leadership, competitiveness, climate neutrality, and resilience.
Connectivity is increasingly linked to achieving the EU’s socioeconomic and climate goals. Europe must reduce the time and cost of rolling out high-speed internet service. This is only possible if the Gigabit Infrastructure Act remains focused on this objective.
Our global connectivity ecosystem is evolving rapidly, and some stakeholders argue policy has not kept pace. The future of connectivity in Europe is surrounded by challenging questions. A few are more pressing than others. GAEurope reframes the discussion.
Organisations of all sizes, which form our academic institutions, governments, municipalities, and the business that we patronise are undergoing digital transitions. Even at the individual level, many of us are digitising aspects of our lives and witnessing the social, economic, and environmental benefits. This makes at least a basic level of digital education practically indispensable.
EU Farmers already use digital tools, which help reduce the sector’s impact on the environment and support climate goals. The sector would further benefit from more high-quality connectivity infrastructure in rural communities and policies that protect investments in technology upgrades.
It is impossible to imagine a world without connectivity. This is an exciting moment for the digital sector and its partners in sustainable innovation. Both large and small technology companies are working towards tackling some of the globe’s most pressing issues, such as increasing food security through precision farming techniques, improving personalised health care through digital therapeutics, and responsibly enhancing AI.
Brussels – 3 February: The third EURACTIV-GIGAEurope Digital Debate Series event, Supporting SMEs Post-Pandemic, outlines measures to help future-proof SMEs. It is crucial businesses are equipped with adequate digital skills, access to technology, and a supportive policy environment.
Brussels – 6 December 2021: This press release features highlights of the policy debate “Navigating the Digital Ecosystem under the Digital Services Act” organised with the support of the Slovenian Government Office for Digital Transformation.
Brussels – 13 October 2021: This press release features highlights of the policy debate on challenges to ensure no European is left behind on the Path to the Digital Decade. The debate was co-organised by EURACTIV and GIGAEurope.
Brussels - 11 October 2021 - Commission President von der Leyen calling digital “make or break” for Europe’s recovery and sovereignty in her 2021 State of the Union speech provides new political impetus to the 2030 digital objectives and targets for digital transformation. Inclusiveness is one of the key values associated with Europe’s Path to the Digital Decade.