The EU proposes a new legal framework called 'Societas Europaea Unificata' (S.EU) to support innovative businesses, particularly start-ups and SMEs, by harmonizing regulations across the single market. The goal is to reduce regulatory fragmentation, simplify cross-border company formation, and enable digital registration within 48 hours. The framework aims to enhance legal certainty for investors, improve access to capital, and include safeguards against hostile takeovers. Worker rights, including co-determination, remain protected, while digital tools like an EU-wide business portal streamline administration. Implementation is targeted for 2026 to boost Europe’s competitiveness and integration.