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Latest News Startups November 19, 2024 Startups in the spotlight: Insights from confirmation hearings

Last week, the European Parliament held hearings for the new Commissioners-designate. This process, where MEPs quiz candidates on their priorities and readiness for office, is essential for gauging how the upcoming European Commission will address critical challenges. At Allied for Startups, we closely followed the hearings, particularly for portfolios relevant to startups, innovation, and competitiveness. …

Cloud Data October 22, 2024 The EUCS: A clearer sky for EU startups’ future?

The rise of cloud computing has been transformative for startups, enabling them to scale rapidly and compete with larger enterprises. For startups, cloud infrastructure provides unparalleled scalability, cost-efficiency, and access to cutting-edge tools that would have been out of reach just a few years ago. Yet, the regulatory framework surrounding its use is critical. Startups …

Competition Latest News Startups September 30, 2024 A Call to Action for D9+: Leveraging Startups to Bridge Europe’s Innovation Gap

  Mario Draghi’s recently released report on European competitiveness underscores the urgent need to bolster Europe’s economic foundations. Hence, as part of the S9+ coalition, which represents Europe’s vibrant startup community, we are calling on D9+ ministers of the “digital frontrunner” countries within the EU to take decisive steps to enhance Europe’s global competitiveness and …

DTX Innovation September 16, 2024 Levelling up with ‘Super Mario’: Can startups power up Europe’s pharma sector?

Last week, Mario Draghi, former PM of Italy and head of the ECB, released his report on the future of Europe’s competitiveness. Health, one of the  priorities of the new EU mandate, is struggling to keep up, with the pharmaceutical industry in particular falling behind global competitors. As the world’s fourth largest industry, the pharmaceutical …

Competition Innovation Startups September 11, 2024 Startups & the Draghi Report: Fixing Europe Dragging Behind

Introduction  On 9 September, former Italian PM and former head of the European Central Bank Mario Draghi’s much-anticipated report on the future of EU competitiveness was published, calling for “radical change” to the European economy. In the report, Draghi underscores the urgency for swift and decisive action. He highlights the need for increased collaboration and …

Artificial Intelligence Policy Startups August 8, 2024 Implementing the EU’s AI Act: The startup ecosystem’s last chance?

On 1 August, the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act entered into force across all 27 EU Member States, becoming the world’s first comprehensive law to regulate artificial intelligence. In the wake of the AI Act, a so-called ‘AI Office’ has been established with the aim of implementing the Act – especially its provisions on general-purpose AI …

Cloud Data Privacy August 1, 2024 Understanding Cloud Services and the EU Cybersecurity Certification Scheme (EUCS)

Cloud services have become integral to modern business operations, providing on-demand access to computing resources such as storage, processing power, and software applications over the internet. These services offer scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency, allowing businesses to grow and adapt without the need for substantial upfront investment in IT infrastructure. The European Cybersecurity Certification Scheme for …

Innovation Startups July 24, 2024 Von der Leyen 2.0: Vision For the Future of Startups and Innovation

Introduction Ursula von der Leyen has been appointed as President of the European Commission for a second term with 401 votes, setting the stage for an ambitious policy programme that will address critical challenges in competition, defence, sustainability, technology and health. Her pitch to the European Parliament outlined a clear vision of the next five …

Press Release July 10, 2024 PRESS RELEASE: Allied For Startups Welcomes Serena Borbotti-Frison as New Director-General

[Brussels, 10 July 2024 – contact Natalia Oledzka, [email protected]] Allied for Startups is pleased to announce the appointment of Serena Borbotti-Frison as its new Director-General, effective 1 July 2024. In her new role, Serena will lead the organisation in its mission to advocate for policies that support startups and entrepreneurs globally. “I am excited to …

Startups July 5, 2024 The Hungarian Presidency: What’s in it for the startup ecosystem?

From 1 July 2024, Hungary will hold the presidency of the Council until December 2024. As the common denominator among the programme is to boost the EU’s competitiveness, a critical priority is to address the New European Competitiveness Deal, to help restore the European Union’s economy and surpass its global competitors. Additionally, Hungary plans to …

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