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Poland digital sovereignty and taxation efforts

Overview

Poland is addressing challenges regarding its digital landscape through both legislative action and strategic assessments. The government has proposed a legislative offensive targeting Big Tech companies, aiming to increase their tax burden and legal responsibilities. A key element of this plan is a proposed 3 percent digital tax on specific revenues—such as targeted advertising and user data sales—scheduled to take effect in 2027.

Simultaneously, concerns regarding digital sovereignty have emerged. A report by the Polish Cloud Employers' Association, titled ‘Cyfrowa racja stanu’ (Digital Reason of State), suggests Poland is lagging in the pursuit of digital independence, noting a significant trade deficit in digital products. This discussion highlights a broader trend of seeking to reduce dependence on third-country technology providers to ensure national security and data protection.

Entities

France · Denmark · Wiesław Wilk · Krzysztof Gawkowski · Poland

Timeline

  1. 29 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    Poland faces digital sovereignty challenges amid European tech shifts

    Poland faces a growing digital sovereignty deficit as its trade deficit in digital products hits 60 billion PLN, while France and Denmark lead efforts to reduce reliance on US technology through Linux and Libre

  2. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Poland targets Big Tech with proposed digital tax

    Poland's Deputy PM Krzysztof Gawkowski is pushing for a 3 percent digital tax on Big Tech and increased platform responsibility for illegal content, with legislation targeted for 2027.

Sources

biznes.interia.pl · executivemagazine.pl · eyehealthweb.com · naszeblogi.pl · niezalezna.pl · polityka.co.pl · pulshr.pl