Dave Ramsden discusses the BoE’s role in wholesale payments infrastructure and innovation, examining how both public and private innovation could reduce market frictions and support growth, outlining the Bank’s next steps for experimentation in wholesale payments
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All barriers that prevent the EU from being at the forefront of the AI revolution must be removed. Christine Lagarde says Europe should expect and prepare for major changes in two areas: productivity and labour markets
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There have been major developments in artificial intelligence. Bertin Martens analyses innovations in AI models over the past half year and examines the economic implications for AI companies and policymakers
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Germany’s manufacturing sector has been struggling. Marco Flaccadoro argues that with high energy prices and subdued demand, challenges for Germany’s manufacturing sector – and its European partners – are set to persist
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Remaining competitive is fundamental for Europe’s future. Christine Lagarde and Ursula von der Leyen argue that Europe needs faster economic growth and higher productivity to protect the quality of life for Europeans
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The green transition faces significant challenges. Luca Bettarelli, Davide Furceri and Pietro Pizzuto examine the impact on innovation due to economic and policy uncertainty
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What is the end goal of the fintech revolution? Patrick Harker focuses upon the risks of artificial intelligence and machine learning to the financial system
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The EU has large investment needs to meet its key priorities. Kalin Anev Janse and Roel Beetsma argue that a first step would be to use existing resources to finance European public goods that benefit all member states
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Emmanuel Macron considers the challenges of European competitiveness and the place of the European Union in a multipolar world
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Innovation, investment and integration. Luis de Guindos discusses the revival of productivity growth in the euro area – a critical challenge that demands urgent attention and collective action
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