CrowyTech

I'd welcome digital IDs, not on the immigration front, but on the convenience of a) having ID accessible without a wallet, and b) not needing to use a passport or driving licence for ID when some people can't get a driving licence and don't want to have to carry the passport for buying alcohol for example

With the growing concerns around digital sovereignty and the impact of policies like the CLOUD Act, it's clear that Europe needs to take control of its digital future. The Dutch Parliament's call for tech independence is a great start, and I hope other European countries follow.

But what will be the tipping point for the masses to shift towards European software and tech? Will it be a major data breach, stricter regulations, or a breakthrough innovation?

Investing in open-source technologies and local cloud infrastructures is crucial. What do you think will drive this change?

Do you think the euro's potential strengthening as a global reserve currency is a positive development? On one hand, it could offer diversification and stability benefits, but it might also introduce economic pressures and market volatility. Curious to hear your thoughts on the implications for both Europe and the global financial system!

For lightweight things like email, as you say, I don't know why everyone doesn't do it.

The PWA seems to work well enough to fill the 'app' gap if you want it on your phone.

Let's just push PWAs more!

While the "Buy British" campaign focuses on physical goods, we must also address our digital independence. The Dutch parliament's recent steps to reduce reliance on US software highlight the need for greater autonomy in our tech infrastructure. The UK should follow suit, promoting European tech solutions to enhance digital sovereignty and foster domestic innovation. Let's expand the conversation to include both economic and technological independence. I hope the Lib Dems continue to push this.

As an alternative to Coke you mention things like Fanta. I think it was developed in Germany after WW2 but it's still a Coca-Cola brand and surely the money still flows in to the US from the likes of buying Fanta.

I'm not really sure of the purpose of this site if I'm honest.

That maybe so, but why such an excessive stay? Stick her on a plane, sorted.

The best thing about Betty's is the brown bread icecream 🤤

I could demolish a kg of that!

That's where I am with Lemmy right now. I still have reddit installed, I still dabble on Reddit but over time I'm finding I'm there less and less.

This is the second time I've tried Lemmy and its much more successful, I think it'll be my main social media.

Mailbox.org for me

I've migrated some stuff but lots still to update.

I'm on the lowest tier and only have the 3 aliases, I think it may be worth using multiple aliases from what I keep reading online, so may need to upgrade tier before I migrate more accounts.