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Make skilled immigration 10x easier, unskilled 10x harder
Make immigration rules such that it becomes very easy for highly skilled workers and Entrepreneurs to come live in any European country with their families with attractive tax rates but make unskilled / undocumented immigration very hard by protecting and closing European borders.
Abrogate the EU cookie laws
the directive that requires websites to get consent before dropping cookies on a user's device should be abrogated â or at very least heavily updated. The ePrivacy Directive (ePD) has literally destroyed the web. If it is politically impossible to abrogate it, we should change the mechanism â it should ask the suppliers of browsers to provide the users who want to micromanage their cookies a tab on the browser setting to do all the micromanaging they want. For all normal users the cookies should always be automatically set to âallow all cookiesâ. No site should ever have to display a cookie banner. No penalty or fine should be imposed to websites due their cookie configurations.
English as the official language
Make english the one and only official language.
Copy YCombinator, Delaware corp and NASDAQ frameworks for money raise and exits
This will bring $100 billions of VC money into EU economy during the next years, with $600 billions potential increase in GDP of EU. Plan for Europe's Innovation Renaissance: The âEU Tech Superchargerâ Framework Vision: Transform the European Union into a global innovation powerhouse by replicating the proven Y Combinator and Delaware corporate frameworks. This initiative will enable startups to easily access funding at all stages while ensuring seamless investor exits, mirroring the success of the U.S. system. Key Proposal: The âEU Tech Superchargerâ Framework A standardized, pan-European company formation and funding system that simplifies and democratizes capital raising, attracting both innovators and investors to the EU. Core Components EU Startup Unified Company (EUSUC): Introduce a new legal entity type across the EU, modeled on Delaware Inc. Provide uniform, investor-friendly governance rules and tax incentives for startups. Standardize founder equity structures, voting rights, and liquidation preferences across the bloc. EU SAFE Agreement (EU-SAFE): Develop a Europe-specific version of the U.S. SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity). Make pre-seed investments straightforward, reducing legal complexities and costs. Create confidence for first-time investors and founders alike. Seamless Funding Lifecycle: Pre-Seed: Establish EU-funded Y Combinator equivalents to back early-stage founders. Seed: Attract angel investors and micro VCs with tax deductions and co-investment options. Series A-C: Foster local VC networks and incentivize U.S. and global investors to join EU rounds. IPO: Harmonize EU IPO regulations to align with NASDAQ standards, reducing barriers to public listings. Investor-Friendly Exits: Simplify processes for M&As and secondary share sales across EU borders. Ensure investors have clear, predictable exit routes through a unified capital markets framework. Pan-European Digital Registry: Create a centralized online platform to register EUSUCs and manage funding documentation. Integrate with blockchain for transparency and fraud prevention. Benefits of the EU Tech Supercharger Framework For Startups: Simplified company formation and fundraising. Easy access to diverse funding stages across Europe. Global compatibility with U.S. frameworks for cross-border scaling. For Investors: Clear, uniform regulations for investing and exiting. Higher confidence in legal and financial protections. Increased access to promising startups across the EU. For the EU Economy: Attracts global talent and capital. Reduces brain drain by enabling startups to grow locally. Positions the EU as a global leader in innovation and entrepreneurship. Action Plan for Implementation Legislative Drive: Collaborate with EU institutions to draft the EUSUC legal framework. Secure support from member states, ali
Change the Culture (celebrate risktakers)
Make it "cool" to take risks in the EU. Currently, it's not viewed positively, and many consider it "irresponsible" to start and build startups. Boost by 10-100x the media, news & TV coverage of successful founders.
Kill time change
Switching the clocks for summer and winter messes with people more than you might think. Hereâs why it can be a real pain: 1. It Throws Off Your Body Clock Our bodies have a natural rhythm (kind of like an internal clock) that tells us when to sleep and wake up. Changing the time, even by just an hour, confuses this rhythm. Suddenly, youâre supposed to wake up when your body still thinks itâs sleep time. 2. You Lose Sleep When we âspring forwardâ in March, we lose an hour of sleep. Even that tiny change can leave you feeling groggy and out of it for days. And catching up on sleep isnât as easy as it sounds. 3. It Can Affect Your Health The time change can lead to real health problems. Right after the switch, there are more heart attacks, more strokes, and people report feeling more anxious or irritable. Itâs like your body rebels against the sudden shift. 4. Youâre Less Focused Feeling tired means youâre more likely to lose focus at work or school. It can make you forgetful, cranky, and just not at your best. 5. More Accidents Happen After the time change, there are more car accidents and workplace mishaps. People are just more tired and less alert. 6. Kids Have It Tougher Kids and teens often struggle even more to adjust. It can mess with their sleep schedule, school performance, and mood. 7. It Doesnât Even Save Much Energy One of the original reasons for changing the clocks was to save energy by using more daylight. But modern research shows the savings are so tiny that it hardly makes a difference. In short, changing the clocks messes with sleep, health, and focus, and many people think itâs more trouble than itâs worth.
Elect a president of Europe
Allow the population of Europe to vote for a president that would have executive control over the EU.
Strategic EU Bitcoin Reserve
Implementing a strategic bitcoin reserve in the European Union could offer several advantages: Diversification of Assets: Bitcoin, often referred to as 'digital gold,' provides a hedge against inflation and currency devaluation. By diversifying its reserve assets beyond traditional currencies and commodities like gold, the EU could safeguard its financial stability against economic downturns or fluctuations in conventional markets. Innovation Leadership: By adopting a strategic bitcoin reserve, the EU would position itself at the forefront of financial innovation. This move could enhance the EU's image as a leader in embracing new technologies, potentially attracting more blockchain and crypto enterprises to set up shop within its borders, boosting the economy, and fostering job creation in tech sectors. Geopolitical Influence: As countries like the United States and China consider or implement their own bitcoin reserves, the EU could risk falling behind in global financial policy if it does not act. A strategic reserve could serve as a statement of the EU's commitment to maintaining relevance and influence in the rapidly evolving digital economy. Strengthening the Euro: Holding bitcoin might stabilize or even enhance the euro's value in international markets, especially if bitcoin's value continues to appreciate. This could potentially lead to a stronger position for the euro in global trade and finance. Hedge Against Monetary Policy Risks: With central banks worldwide grappling with inflation and other monetary policy challenges, bitcoin's fixed supply could serve as a counterbalance to potential policy missteps or unforeseen economic shocks, offering a buffer to European economies. Encouraging Blockchain Development: A formal recognition of bitcoin through a reserve could accelerate the adoption and development of blockchain technology within the EU, promoting better regulations, security standards, and use cases for digital assets across various sectors. In summary, a strategic bitcoin reserve could not only diversify and potentially strengthen the EU's financial reserves but also signal its readiness to adapt to and lead in the new digital financial landscape.
Encourage births
For example by cutting taxes severely to families with 3+ kids
Ban Exit Tax and Wealth Tax
These two taxes are not only immoral, but they require digital business owners to valuate assets like the apps and brands they have built. And your valuation will probably be questioned in the future by the government, and you always risk going to jail for tax evasion. Quantifying wealth when it consists on digital assets is increasingly difficult. Taxes based on revenue, like corporate tax or personal income tax, make more senses
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Embrace Nuclear
Tax discount during startup phase
New European businesses should receive a discount of 0% corporate tax for the first 3 years, allowing them to focus on innovation without the pressure of financial strain. This also makes Europe instantly one of the most attractive places in the world to start a business.
Tax stock options when sold, not when exercised
Europe should change its tax policy on stock options to tax them only when sold, not when exercised, so that it can compete globally in attracting top talent and entrepreneurs. Taxing stock options at the point of exercise creates significant financial pressure for employees and founders, who may not have liquid assets to cover the tax. This discourages risk-taking, limits the appeal of startup equity, and ultimately stifles innovation. Aligning taxation with when gains are realized (at the point of sale) would better reflect actual income, reduce financial risk, and level the playing field with countries like the US, which already implement such policies. This reform would means Europe can attract the top talent in Europe and worldwide to launch and join startups in Europe.
Teach AI and tech in European schools and universities
To ensure the long-term prosperity of the Europe, Europe should teach tech, coding, and AI in all schools and universities. By equipping the next generation with these skills, Europe can secure its place as a global leader in innovation.
Reform bankruptcy laws to empower entrepreneurs
Europe must modernize its punitive bankruptcy laws, which discourage risk-taking. By prioritizing restructuring over liquidation and protecting entrepreneursâ personal assets, it can foster a culture of innovation and give failed startups and their founders a second chance to thrive.
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Reduce regulatory burden for startups in Europe
Europe should reduce the regulatory burden for businesses, streamlining the process of starting and growing companies, and encouraging innovation. By exempting businesses with annual revenues below âŹ10 million from complex regulations like VATMOSS, GDPR, and the EU AI Act, we empower entrepreneurs to focus on creating great products and reaching market success without being weighed down by compliance.
European Inc: a single pan-European business entity
Europe should create a single, EU-wide business entity that eliminates the complexity of dealing with 27 different company registration requirements. Starting a business should be as easy as clicking a button online, without needing physical offices, notaries, or lawyers. Update: This is now being worked on at eu-inc.org
Embrace AI and technology, don't fight it
Europe should see tech and AI not as enemies but as crucial for its survival. While Europe currently lags behind, it can turn the tide by fostering an environment that encourages innovation rather than stifling it with premature regulation. AI can revolutionize industries like healthcare, education, manufacturing, agriculture, energy and of course software, and Europe needs to be at the forefront of this change.
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