The world has undergone profound changes due to the convergence of several trends. One of them is the redistribution of power brought about by Technocapitalism. Based on market capitalism, technocapitalism makes use of information infrastructures within networked spaces to gain access to knowledge and creativity in the form of data. These infrastructures are not only … Continued
Information Technologies (IT) can solve problems, accelerate decision-making and help complete complex tasks through self-learning processes. They are often defined as a communication system that is universal, transparent, simple and accessible. However, this is not 100% true. Technologies are neither neutral, nor accessible and transparent. Algorithmic processes are acting in direct relation to our infrastructures … Continued
In the wake of the European elections, the European Music Council organised on 18 February 2019 a reception at the European Parliament in Brussels hosted by MEP Axel Voss. The Copyright Directive, the Music Moves Europe Preparatory Action, the upcoming European Parliament elections alongside with the European Agenda for Music (EAM) were at the center … Continued
By Mafalda Dâmaso To build public faith in democracy throughout Europe, Progressives must deliver policies of redistribution as well as recognition. Culture is key in this regard. When they are asked about their vision for the future – both for their states as well as for the European Union – Progressives immediately mention decreased inequality. … Continued
The Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) ‘Essential Digital Skills for museum professionals’ has been running since the 7th of January 2019. Launched by the Mu.SA project, the course primarily aims to support museum professionals in improving their digital competences, so as to facilitate collaborations across disciplines and increase productivity in the digital era. Over eight … Continued
Creative Europe is the sole programme with funding dedicated to culture, while also comprising media and cross-sectoral strands. The next cycle of the programme will be 2021-2027, for which the Commission published its proposal at the end of May 2018. The European Parliament and Council of the EU have since been working on their individual … Continued
The European Parliament Elections are approaching quickly, taking place in the 27 Member States of the European Union between 23-26 May 2019. In anticipation of this, Culture Action Europe (CAE) has developed an elections campaign to drive discussion on key cultural issues. This aims both to encourage MEPs to put forward their positions, and to … Continued
On January the 1st 2019, Romania took over the EU’s rotating presidency for the first time. Romania will chair meetings at every level in the Council, helping to ensure the continuity of the EU’s work in the Council in the coming six months. With EU parliament elections, Brexit, Multiannaul Financial Framework (MFF) negotiations and a … Continued