Ethical OS toolkit aims to future-proof technology against unethical use
A new toolkit aims to help developers future-proof technology by anticipating the potential consequences and recommending ethical solutions. The Ethical OS Toolkit was developed by...
Vienna ranked first place as world’s most liveable city
The Global Liveability Index 2018 has ranked Vienna, Austria as the world’s most liveable city, while three other European cities have seen the biggest...
New study will develop vocabulary for citizen-generated data methodology
Global non-profit organisation Open Knowledge International is to launch a new research project to develop frameworks and vocabulary for the use of citizen-generated data. Open...
UK invests £100m in scheme to end rough sleeping by 2027
The UK government will invest £100m in a new strategy to end rough sleeping by 2027, including funding for mental health services and support...
Ethical hacking project reveals vulnerabilities in smart city sensors
An ethical hacking project has revealed 17 vulnerabilities in smart city sensors and control devices which are currently installed in cities around the world. The...
Atos ‘Digital Vision for Scotland’ outlines the country’s digital future
Atos has launched a new paper outlining its Digital Vision for Scotland, which identifies technology sectors in which the country is excelling and suggests...
European Solidarity Corps issues new call for projects
The European Commission has issued a new call for projects under the European Solidarity Corps, to encourage young people from Europe and beyond to...
EU launches countermeasures to US-imposed sanctions on Iran
The EU has introduced an updated Blocking Statute which seeks to protect European companies from the impact of US-imposed sanctions on Iran. Earlier this year,...
Is the EU’s second payment services directive making banks more open?
Cedric Neve, CEO of Digiteal, explains how the EU’s second payment services directive aims to make banking more open, but warns that banks themselves...
London’s Chief Digital Officer talks the smart city transition
Government Europa spoke to London’s first Chief Digital Officer, Theo Blackwell, about how the city is pledging to lead the way and create a...
