
Govtech
Orell Füssli Acquires Stake in Swiss E-Government Startup Procivis
Swiss security technology specialist Orell Füssli has acquired a stake in e-government solution provider Procivis. Within the framework of a strategic partnership, the two companies will jointly promote the development of trustworthy technologies in the fields of e-government and electronic
Read MoreAzerbaijan’s Efforts to Attract Global Entrepreneurs: E and M-Residency
In recent years, Azerbaijan has made efforts to become more attractive to global entrepreneurs, launching in 2017 the Digital Trade Hub (DTH) to help develop the digital ecosystem and attract foreign investors and small business owners. One of the DTH’s
Read More6 Govtech Startups in Europe to Watch with Fintech Focus
Across the globe, the modern state is undergoing a radical transformation. A new generation of technology companies, called govtech, is using new technologies applied to public services, and designed for local and central governments. These tech-enabled solutions promise greater efficiency
Read MoreWhy Fintech is an Important Ingredient in Any Smart City Ambition
Smart cities; they were a popular term that has since lost a bit of its steam among the general public, and yet, with the dramatic reduction of Internet-of-Things (IoT) prices last decade, the smart city initiative is now a gleam
Read MoreGovtech In Europe: An Overview
While technology is transforming every area of the economy, govtech, which focuses on optimizing the efficiency of governments’ operations, promises to change the nature of European societies even more profoundly. Govtech, or public sector software, refers to solutions designed for
Read MoreHow Fintech Could Shape Govtech in Europe
Conversations around the fintech revolution often revolve around the consumer and corporate space. A quick glance at the most valuable fintechs in Europe or anywhere in the world will more often support this narrative. One of the often overlooked segment
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