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Digital Economy
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The Digital Economy Committee looks at the benefits of the new economy in the form of competitiveness, growth, creation of jobs, innovation and modern democracy. The information society is a central factor influencing modern development and is a major employer in the EU, giving Europe significant social, cultural and economic opportunities. The committee monitors a variety of industry sectors, ranging from the traditional telecoms and ICT companies, to a cross-section of companies and sectors spread across the global economy.
Current issues
- Privacy, cybersecurity (including cybersecurity certification) and cloud policy
- Emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, and Virtual Worlds
- Alignment and consolidation of digital regulation
- International cooperation through platforms like the EU-US Trade and Technology Council, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and the Group of Seven
- Twin green and digital transition
Sectors represented
- Service and content providers
- Retail & consumer goods
- Financial services
- Equipment manufacturing
- Network operators