18 Amendments of Tiziana BEGHIN related to 2023/2110(INI)
Amendment 1 #
Motion for a resolution
Citation 6 a (new)
Citation 6 a (new)
– having regard to the European Parliament Report of 3 October 2018 on "'Distributed ledger technologies and blockchains: building trust with disintermediation" and in particular its paragraphs 22 and 23
Amendment 9 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital B
Recital B
B. whereas the EU is committed to improving its industrial and technological competitiveness in the global market and, reduce its dependency from third countries and lead in the green and digital transitions and thus recognises the need to reinforce its position through sustained support for the growth of start-ups and scale-ups;
Amendment 33 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Is worried that the failure to adopt proper definitions hinders the effectiveness of existing policies and legislation; notes that, although start-ups and SMEs have some overlapping interests, they differ substantially once they enter the fundraising and growth phase, growth and maturity phase; moreover, start-ups encompass elements of uncertainty and high risk of failure, and rely on ecosystems and different class of investors; believes, therefore, that simply classing start-ups as SMEs, without a clear division, limits their growth, access to markets and investment opportunities;
Amendment 38 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Is convinced that dedicated definitions will increase the opportunities for support through measures that are tailored to the specific features of start-ups and scale-ups and boost their access to European capital markets and private investors; calls on the Commission to develop a comprehensive European start- up and scale-up strategy that addresses the challenges faced by individual innovators, founders, start-ups and scale-ups in the EU;
Amendment 48 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Calls on the Commission and the Member States to develop comprehensive policies, regulations and strategies that are aligned with the European start-up and scale-up initiative and foster a favourable environment for start-ups and scale-ups, encompassing access to finance, regulatory simplification and/or regulatory ladders, talent retention and acquisition, and support for de-risking and internationalisation;
Amendment 91 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Urges the Commission to enhance the funding mechanisms for start-ups and scale-ups, including public procurement and the provision of grants, loans and seed and venture capital, and to explore the possibility of establishing a dedicated European start-up and scale-up fund;
Amendment 95 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Encourages the European Investment Fund and national development banks to increase their investments in start- ups and scale-ups, particularly those operating in emerging and, high-potential sectorsand technology sectors, in particular in the fields of EU energy and climate resilience and digital transformation;
Amendment 102 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. Calls for the establishment of dedicated start- up-friendly regulations and frameworks that facilitate the growth, scalability and cross-border operations of start-ups and scale-ups, while ensuring consumer protection, data privacy and fair competition;
Amendment 112 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Recommends the promotion of public-private partnerships, collaboration between start-ups and established companies, and the creation of innovation clusters to foster knowledge transferand financially support knowledge and technology transfer activities, research and development, as well as access to new technology markets;
Amendment 119 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Calls on the Member States and the Commission, where applicable, to establish entrepreneur-friendly tax regimes, incentives and simplified administrative procedures, including cross-border procedures, to attract and retain talent and digital nomads1a, incentivise investment and encourage entrepreneurship; _________________ 1a Digital nomads are people, often start- uppers, creatives and innovators, who travel freely while working remotely using technology and the internet. Although digital nomads enjoy advantages in freedom and flexibility, they also face challenges include maintaining international health insurance with coverage globally, abiding by different local laws including payment of required taxes and obtaining work visas. They very rarely have access to retirement benefits and unemployment insurance.
Amendment 128 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Urges the Commission and the Member States to support initiatives that promote digital skills, open innovation, cooperation, knowledge sharing, exemplary cases as a driver for innovation, company training, corporate venture capital, entrepreneurship and mentorship at all levels of education, equipping individuals with the necessary knowledge, culture, and competencies to thrive in the digital age thus improving the economic and social resilience of the UE;
Amendment 130 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15 a (new)
Paragraph 15 a (new)
15a. Acknowledges that individuals with innovative and disruptive ideas often face significant financial barriers when starting their businesses, including the challenge of accessing adequate funding; Calls on the Commission and Member States to recognize the challenges encountered by individuals with innovative and disruptive ideas in starting businesses and startups, especially financial difficulties and limited access to initial funding. Therefore, urges them to explore and evaluate the possibility of developing programs and initiatives that facilitate access to funding for individual entrepreneurs, including measures that simplify the funding application processes and reduce administrative barriers, to promote and support initiatives aimed at creating a more favourable entrepreneurial environment for individual innovators, including disseminating information on funding opportunities, providing technical assistance, establishing support networks, and to examine best practices within the EU and in other countries in the field of support for individual entrepreneurship in order to identify effective strategies to address financial challenges.
Amendment 148 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 17
Paragraph 17
17. Recommends the establishment of regional start-up ecosystems that support local entrepreneurship, accelerators, venture builders, innovation hubs and incubators, and leverage each region’s strengths and resources;
Amendment 153 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18
Paragraph 18
18. Encourages the Commission to consider further measures to open up government and public sector data sets, in line with international standards and supporting open data, enabling real-time data insights that empower better decision- making and drive innovation for start-ups and scale-ups;
Amendment 164 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20
Paragraph 20
20. Calls for the development of efficient and transparent mechanisms to facilitate access to public procurement contracts, based on sustainability criteria, resilience and reduced use of critical raw materials, for start-ups and scale-ups, encouraging their participation in the provision of innovative solutions to public sector challenges;
Amendment 177 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23 a (new)
Paragraph 23 a (new)
23a. Calls on the Commission to assess the suitability of CE standards and certification processes, as well as the associated costs of access to harmonized standards, in relation to the establishment and growth of start-ups, scale-ups and EU-funded initiatives, including cascade funded SMEs. This assessment should encompass products created using additive manufacturing/3D printing (such, but not limited to, as spare parts, medical devices, toys, construction materials, and 3D printed buildings) and other digital production methods. Moreover, it should investigate the feasibility of introducing regulatory or legislative "sandboxes." Additionally, the evaluation should include an impact analysis of current regulations' effects on market entry for products utilizing digital manufacturing technologies, particularly focusing on, but not limited to, additive manufactured products. This should address the barriers hindering the full exploitation of the remarkable adaptability and cost-efficiency offered by digital manufacturing systems for product customization and "digital craftsmanship";
Amendment 180 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23 b (new)
Paragraph 23 b (new)
23b. Calls on the Commission to evaluate the use of blockchain and other Distributed Ledger Technologies for advanced EU Intellectual Property protection and certification procedures and standards, with the goal of harmonizing the different present and future legal frameworks among the Member States. Takes note of EUIPO, the European Union Intellectual Property Office, launching the first blockchain- based service for public institutions to protect intellectual property in April 2021 and introducing this innovation in its Strategic plan 2025.
Amendment 181 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23 c (new)
Paragraph 23 c (new)
23c. Highlights the necessity of aligning, modernizing, and customizing intellectual property protection procedures and regulations to accommodate technological developments and the fast changing environment in which start-ups and scales up operates. Underlines in particular the adaptability, traceability, and royalty management opportunities of both digital and physical products enabled by digital manufacturing and craftsmanship, design, and traceability systems.