A European agenda for the collaborative economy

The European Commission presented on 2 June 2016 guidance aimed at supporting consumers, businesses and public authorities to engage confidently in the collaborative economy.

These new business models can make an important contribution to jobs and growth in the European Union, if encouraged and developed in a responsible manner.

• Primary Source

European Commission: DG Communication: RAPID: MEMO/16/2002, 02.06.16: A European agenda for the collaborative economy http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-16-2002_en.htm

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The Wall Street Journal, 03.06.16: EU Warns on Over-Regulation of Companies Such as Airbnb, Uber http://www.wsj.com/articles/eu-warns-on-over-regulation-of-companies-such-as-airbnb-uber-1464861605

EurActiv, 07.06.16: ‘Sharing economy’ turns to insurers for risk protection http://www.euractiv.com/section/digital/news/insurance-sector-key-partner-in-developing-sharing-economy-platforms/

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