The implementation of a European Digital Single Market is regarded as one of the top ten[1] political priorities of the European Commission, and for good reason as digital technologies and innovations are nowadays genuine game-changers with the power to reshape societies and economies. The use of ICT (Information and Communication technologies) unlocks a window to a promising more inclusive and sustainable future, whereas smart cities are flourishing, citizens have a better access to information and education, companies’ decision making is easier and public services are optimized, to name but a few of the numerous possibilities offered by digitalisation.