Software is making a profound impact on the European economy, contributing close to €1 trillion to the EU’s GDP (including indirect and induced impacts), supporting almost 12 million high-quality, well-paying jobs and investing close to €13 billion in R&D. These are the key findings of the report, “Software: A €910 billion Catalyst for the EU Economy,” published today by BSA | The Software Alliance, incorporating data and economic impact assessment conducted by The Economist Intelligence Unit. Lire la suite

Computer users around the globe use unlicensed software at an alarming rate, despite being well aware of the associated cybersecurity dangers. The findings come from Seizing Opportunity Through License Compliance, the new 2016 Global Software Survey from BSA | The Software Alliance. Lire la suite