"The 10 #FairPrinciples were launched with the interests of customers at heart. #FairSoftware Principle 1, for example, states that the licensing terms should be clearly written and intelligible. "

"Finally, the 10 Principles can stop customers from missing out on newer ways to drive growth. More on the 10 #FairSoftware Principles and how they can boost a #DigitalEU ➡️ fairsoftware.cloud

The 10 Principles also tackle anti-competitive practices that increase costs for European customers, helping ensure a fairer access to the #Cloud.

The #FairSoftware Principles also help boost innovation, helping ensure a vibrant digital sector. Tackling the abusive practices of software gatekeepers is essential to level the playing field for cloud-based services in Europe!

"(2/2) @EU_Commission and Member States are invited to consider the 10 #FairSoftware Principles to develop obligations for #gatekeepers under the terms of the proposed #DMA or other regulations. Find the Principles here fairsoftware.cloud"

"(1/2) Complaints of unfair license terms and practices have been sidelined for too long. The #DMA presents an opportunity to include some software publishers in the definition of #gatekeeper and to create obligations that curb unfair licensing practices."

"(4/6) Unfair practices by legacy software licences are problematic as they cause: -Lack of choice -Innovation chilled -Increased costs -Slow growth Adoption of technology-neutral, fair licensing principles frees businesses to utilise the cloud to their best advantage."

(1/6) As the world experiences an unprecedented move online and to the #Cloud, access to software, digital services and infrastructures must be unrestricted and competitive.However some unfair license terms damage the ability to freely choose the right cloud solution for needs.

"From #QuantumComputing to #6G, #AI to #VirtualReality, the #Cloud is tomorrow’s industrial innovation's foundation. However, it is challenged by unfair licences in software markets. The #FairSoftware Principles will ensure the Cloud future is protected! fairsoftware.cloud"

"Today the Charter of Ten Principles for #FairSoftware Licensing launches. Led by @Cigref and supported by @cispe_cloud, the Principles aim to end the unfair practices of software gatekeepers & promote a vibrant, competitive market for #Cloud-based services in Europe."