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Research Summary: New European initiative to reduce regulatory burden in the EU through digital solutions

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SITRA
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Aziz Shuaib Ausi
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3 October 2026
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A new European initiative, the OIVA (Open Innovation for Verified Automation) project, is being led by Sitra to reduce the regulatory burden within the EU. This two-year project aims to leverage digital solutions to simplify the identification, interpretation, and compliance with regulatory requirements, particularly benefiting small and medium-sized enterprises and cross-border public authorities.

Why it matters

Addressing regulatory complexity is crucial for fostering economic growth, innovation, and efficiency across the European Union. By simplifying compliance, this initiative can enhance competitiveness and reduce operational overheads, thereby supporting both private sector development and cross-border public services.

Key insights

  • Sitra is leading a two-year European initiative called OIVA (Open Innovation for Verified Automation).
  • The project's primary goal is to reduce the regulatory burden within the European Union.
  • It seeks to achieve this by using digital solutions to streamline regulatory identification, interpretation, and compliance.
  • The initiative is specifically designed to assist small and medium-sized enterprises and public authorities operating across borders, who currently face difficulties and resource intensity in managing regulations.

Source

SITRA — https://www.sitra.fi/en/news/new-european-initiative-to-reduce-regulatory-burden-in-the-eu-through-digital-solutions/

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New European initiative to reduce regulatory burden in the EU through digital solutions
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