40 Years of European Digital Policies: Forgotten Lessons

Written by a seasoned European Commission official and industry expert with over 30 years of experience, this book invites you to embark on a journey through Europe's digital evolution. By doing so, it enables readers to understand the nuances of digital policymaking and to envision a future for a digitally integrated Europe. Written by a seasoned European Commission official and industry expert with over 30 years of experience, this book invites you to embark on a journey through Europe's digital evolution. It provides an insightful guide to the policies that have positioned the EU as a catalyst for Europe’s digital transformation. The book serves as a historical narrative and an indispensable resource for policymakers and academics alike. Readers will learn from past triumphs and pitfalls to forge a path towards sustainable growth, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Presenting the rationale behind key policy decisions, the author unveils the dynamics shaping Europe's digital landscape. From pivotal moments to technological leaps, the book illustrates how the process of European integration has increasingly empowered policymakers to shape outcomes. Understanding this interplay between technology and policy is crucial for grasping the complexities of digital policymaking. Accessible to all, this book enhances technical explanations with legal and economic insights. By doing so, it enables readers to understand the nuances of digital policymaking and to envision a future for a digitally integrated Europe.