Challenges in EU Public Procurement: Key Findings and Recommendations

Public procurement is a cornerstone of the European Union’s single market, representing around €2 trillion or 14% of the EU’s GDP annually. This critical function helps public authorities achieve the best value for money when acquiring works, goods, and services. However, a recent audit by the European Court of Auditors (ECA) has revealed significant challenges Read more about Challenges in EU Public Procurement: Key Findings and Recommendations[…]

Competition in virtual worlds and generative AI

The European Commission has launched today two calls for contributions on competition in virtual worlds and generative artificial intelligence (‘AI’) and sent requests for information to several large digital players. All interested stakeholders are invited to share their experience and provide feedback on the level of competition in the context of virtual worlds and generative Read more about Competition in virtual worlds and generative AI[…]

Innovative Bumps: Learning from the Touch of Failure

As I delve into the fascinating world of innovation, I invite you to join me on a sensory journey, exploring the haptic sense of innovation and how failures have left their distinct mark on this landscape. Close your eyes and imagine a world where every idea, every innovation, every invention is like a secret whispered Read more about Innovative Bumps: Learning from the Touch of Failure[…]

The Art of Shifting Business Strategies: Budget to Luxury and Luxury to Budget

In the fast-paced and ever-changing world of business, companies often find themselves facing the need to adapt and evolve their strategies to remain competitive and meet the demands of the market. One of the significant shifts that businesses encounter is transitioning from budget-oriented operations to catering to the luxury segment or vice versa. This article Read more about The Art of Shifting Business Strategies: Budget to Luxury and Luxury to Budget[…]

New Sony Grant to fund photographic projects

The 2018 Sony World Photography Awards, one of the world’s leading photography competitions, are now open for entries. The 11th edition of the Awards is marked by the introduction of two challenging new categories in the Professional competition, ‘Creative’ and ‘Discovery’, and an important new opportunity for award-winners to secure a grant to fund future photographic Read more about New Sony Grant to fund photographic projects[…]