E-Government
Digital Labor Card in industry and retail
The Digital Labor Card will be fully implemented in the industry and retail sectors as of July 1, the Ministry of Labor and Social Security said on Monday.
The decision has already been published in the Government Gazette, and takes into account the two sectors' demands, the ministry said.
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Bulgaria's Social Security Institute has United All its Electronic Services into Single Portal
The National Social Security Institute (NSSI) disclosed the rollout of a Single Portal for Electronic Services (SPES). This new portal consolidates various NSSI platforms and web applications aimed at managing administrative tasks related to social benefits, allowances, pensions, and claims, BTA reported.
Bulgaria to Introduce Electronic Receipts
Bulgaria is ushering in a new era of digitalization in its retail sector as merchants will soon have the option to issue electronic receipts for goods or services sold. This initiative, outlined in a draft of changes to the regulation of the Ministry of Finance on cash registers, aims to streamline transactions and enhance transparency in financial reporting.
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E-invoicing is on the way
The government and the tax administration (AADE) are in talks with the European Commission about the implementation of electronic invoicing by businesses.
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Digital platform to shield Greece from fake news
Seeking to combat the spread of lies about the country, the ministries of Foreign Affairs and Digital Governance are reportedly preparing to launch a new digital platform that will use AI to identify false news harming the country's interests and take the appropriate steps to refute it.
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Needless paperwork to be abolished
As part of the government's stated commitment to crack down on needless and time-consuming bureaucracy, the Digital Governance Ministry plans to gradually abolish the endless number of certificates required in the transactions between citizens and both the private and public sectors with the introduction of the relevant legislation in the coming months.
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Notaries return to their duties
Greek notaries ended their abstention from duties on Monday, following a decision of their extraordinary general assembly approving the use of a digital property transfer system set up by the government on January 1.
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Citizen services centers getting upgrade
Moving into a new era where Citizens Service Centers (KEP) offices can respond to modern needs, the Ministry of Interior is planning their radical overhaul with the ultimate goal of transforming them into "one-stop offices," so that citizens can complete their transactions in one visit.
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Digital assistant for gov.gr
Citizens now have access to a digital assistant service that was launched on Tuesday, allowing them to search for information on almost any type of transaction with the state, through a voice or written command. This new application is based on artificial intelligence and is available through the gov.gr platform.
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Tackling Bulgaria's Digital Literacy Gap: Minister's Urgent Call to Action
In a concerning revelation, E-Governance Minister Alexander Yolovsky highlighted that only 31% of Bulgarians possess basic digital literacy skills, trailing behind the average of 54%. Yolovsky, leading the Digital Decade Council, emphasized the urgency to propel rapid advancement in this sphere.