It must be done to stop the further growth of right-wing populism inside and outside the eurozone. It is important to strengthen the Single Currency's financial position and communicate its advantages to the citizenry

The globalization of Italy's food industry, starting with emerging economies, is at the top of the menu. Wine exports may lead the way, but other food products can only follow if cultural, religious and social aspects of the target market are deeply understood

EU Directives are pushing toward a more power-saving construction industry, both for new buildings and renovation of older properties. Certifications are helpful in orienting the real estate market, and various different types of certification are being evaluated

Competition between businesses depends to a certain degree on the diffusion of cloud computing. A regulatory framework is important, but the ability of providers to develop a reputation of trustworthiness from a distance is likely to prove more important than regulations

Although at a reduced speed with respect to the rest of Europe, credit and debit cards are substituting cash payments in Italy, particularly in ways that are convenient to users. The author asks whether supply or demand is pushing the process forward

Privacy by default, data portability, and the right of oblivion are the key elements of the new regulation on the protection of personal data proposed by the European Commission. A bit more flexibility would make it easier to implement