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Brussels aims to create new EU-wide digital identity

The cross-border instrument will allow EU citizens to open bank accounts, file tax returns and enrol in university.

Economy

Brussels unveils new tax agenda ahead of crucial G20 meeting in July

G20 finance ministers are seeking an agreement on a minimum global corporate tax following years of negotiations in the OECD and a new push by US President Joe Biden.

Tech News

US launches pilot to explore uses of a potential new digital dollar

The non-profit Digital Dollar Project is launching five pilot programmes over the next year to explore applications of a new central bank digital currency.

USA

Apple's app store goes on trial in threat to 'walled garden'

Apple is heading into a trial that threatens to upend the app store that brings in billions of dollars each year.

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Money

Bank of England is looking into launching 'Britcoin'. But what is it?

What would the difference be between Britcoin cryptocurrency on your phone and sterling in your pocket?

Money

How Eastern Caribbean became the world's first digital currency union

DCash is believed to be the world's first digital currency launched by a currency union, making it easier for those without bank accounts to make quick transactions.

World News

Cost of a single Bitcoin exceeds $60k for first time ever

Bitcoin crossed the $60,000 mark for the first time in its history on Saturday.

World News

More protection needed for gig economy workers says ILO

The coronavirus pandemic has accelerated the growth of digital labour platforms. Now their workers need better social protection, says the International Labour Organization.

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Accenture CEO on designing business for a sustainable, digital future

“The companies that will master digital technology and the companies that will put sustainability at the heart of that strategy will probably be the winners in this future world,” says Jean-Marc Ollagnier, the Europe CEO of global consultancy firm Accenture.

World News

Euroviews. The EU can set the pace worldwide with a forward-thinking digital trade strategy ǀ View

With a forward-thinking digital trade strategy, the EU could make a huge impact globally on privacy, COVID-19 recovery efforts and much more.

Estonia

Estonia launches new visa programme for wealthy 'digital nomads'

The Baltic country wants to attract wealthy tech entrepreneurs with a new one-year visa.

World News

Euroviews. For a sustainable recovery from the COVID-19 crisis, Europe’s focus must be digital ǀ View

Technology companies have a responsibility to help shape a fairer, more inclusive and more sustainable future post-COVID-19.

Lithuania

Lithuania issues world's first state-backed digital collectible coin

Lithuania becomes the first country to launch a digital currency backed by its central bank.

World News

Euroviews. The EU’s post-coronavirus Marshall Plan must have a focus on improving its digital economy ǀ View

A Marshall Plan for today's economy should invest in technology, promote digital free trade, and align its industrial strategy with allies such as the US and Japan to resist the growing economic and security threats posed by China.

USA

Digital health tech and AI headline CES Las Vegas

Thousands of tech companies are in Las Vegas for the annual CES event, a world stage showcasing the innovations of tomorrow.

United Kingdom

Euroviews. Longer lives mean seasoned employees will need help to adjust to digital workplaces ǀ View

Once considered a hindrance to the ageing population, technology has the potential to bridge the gap between the seasoned worker and the savvy millennial with a start-up attitude.

France

France passes tax on tech giants

The new tax was approved by the French senate on Thursday, a week after it was passed by the lower house, the National Assembly.

Spain

EU not doing enough to tackle youth unemployment, says Spanish voter

Like many of his generation, Gonzalo Ajihado left his native Spain seven years ago in the hope of finding better opportunities abroad.

Austria

Austria is latest EU country to unveil tax targeting digital giants

Austria is taking aim at tech giants the likes of Google, Apple, Facebook and Amazon with the introduction of a 5% tax rate on digital companies' advertising revenues.

World

Has the UK stolen a march on Brussels with its digital services tax?

Is the UK trying to show that passing laws is easier outside the EU?