Curious to learn about one of the EU's priorities, the digital transformation? With this article, discover the steps taken by the EU to shape and fund a digital transformation which will benefit people, companies, and the environment.

Indeed, digital is crucial in supporting other areas of EU policy, including the green transition and economic recovery. Since Covid-19, the EU has been investing in digital solutions to support Europe’s recovery and ensure it remains competitive in the global economy. For example, “at least 20% of the €672.5 billion Recovery and Resilience Facility [has been allocated] to digital transition”. Moreover, adopting new technologies is key in supporting the green transition and the EU’s goal of climate neutrality by 2050. 

The EU is also working to enact policy and laws which will shape the digital transformation. The article outlines how the EU is working to do so in the following sectors: 

• Artificial intelligence and data strategy
• Cybersecurity
• Digital skills and education
• Platform economy
• Chips Act: the EU’s plan to overcome semiconductor shortage
• Online video games: protecting gamers and boosting the sector’s potential
• European Digital Identity: easy online access to key services
• Fair taxation of the digital economy

Finally, the article also examines how EU funds have been invested into the digital transformation through programmes such as Horizon or Digital Europe. If readers are interested in learning more, the article provides links to articles for further reading on topics such as e-waste legislations, crowdfunding rules, and the common charger.