By Lucia Colníková, Portfolio Manager & League for Digital Boost Lead at the Slovak Alliance for Innovation Economy (SAPIE) Although Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) may seem as a humdrum destination for entrepreneurs compared to the huge startup superpowers, the region has been widely acclaimed as a talent-rich destination that has emerged as a cradle …
2024 EU Elections Digital Single Market Policy
April 15, 2024
Digital policies in the EU: Startups feel the regulatory fatigue
In the dynamic arena of digital innovation, startups serve as engines of creativity and economic growth. However, amidst the hustle and bustle of the European Union’s legislative landscape, startups are encountering a formidable challenge: regulatory fatigue. As Allied for Startups is committed to fostering an environment where startups can thrive, we advocate in our EU …
2024 EU Elections Innovation Policy Startups
February 27, 2024
Unlocking Europe’s Digital Future: The Urgency for a Commissioner of Digital Entrepreneurship
By Tímea Bárocz, Operations Manager of Startup Hungary In today’s fast-paced digital era, innovation isn’t just advantageous; it’s essential for societal progression. The European Union, a vibrant tapestry of innovation and entrepreneurship, now stands at a pivotal juncture. However, a prevailing misconception within the EU is its perceived sluggishness in embracing digital transformation, often leading …
2024 EU Elections Startups
February 9, 2024
EU Elections Manifestos: What’s in them for Startups?
As the election season approaches, the European political parties, which are each affiliated to a political group in the European Parliament, are busy drafting their election manifestos. To see what is in them for startups, Allied for Startups dove into the manifestos to surface all that is relevant for startups. Curious? Get your diving mask …
2024 EU Elections Innovation
February 8, 2024
Startup Visa: A strategic measure for Europe’s competitiveness
By Agata C. Hidalgo, European Affairs Lead of France Digitale, and Antoine Latran, European Affairs Coordinator of France Digitale Recruitment is the number one challenge for startups in Europe: not only do they face a shortage of profiles at all levels of seniority, but they are also in direct competition with leading companies, like US …
2024 EU Elections Innovation Startups
February 1, 2024
Danish Entrepreneurs and Venstre: Entrepreneurs must be involved in shaping EU legislation
By Johann Svane, Head of Policy and Press, Danske Iværksættere – Danish Entrepreneurs, and Morten Løkkegaard, Group Chairman of Renew Europe, the Liberal Party in the European Parliament In our rapidly changing, digitalized world, innovation is not just a luxury, but a necessity for our society. Innovation creates solutions to, for example, the climate crisis …