Why tech insiders are worried about the EU’s proposed startup commissioner

Ekaterina Zaharieva hasn’t even started work as the EU’s first startup commissioner, but tensions are already rising around her role. The Bulgarian politician was nominated for the job on Tuesday. Alongside startups, her brief will also cover research and innovation. But first, her appointment needs approval from the European Parliament. Her critics hope that confirmation never comes. Here are three big reasons for their opposition. 1. She lacks experience in tech Zaharieva was a lawyer before climbing the ranks of Bulgarian politics to become deputy minister. In the world of tech, however, her experience is slim.  Her resume contains scant evidence…

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