On May 6, the European Commission released a communication and a strategy for a digital single market aimed at
expanding digital opportunities in Europe. The Commission
highlighted three goals: (i) providing better access for consumers
and businesses to digital goods and services across Europe; (ii)
creating the right conditions and a level playing field for digital
networks and innovative services to flourish; and (iii) maximizing
the growth potential of the digital economy. The initiative
includes a list of concrete actions having a direct impact on
privacy and cybersecurity matters in the EU.
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