Summary: The EU will allocate €1.3 billion towards innovative cybersecurity and AI projects over the next three years, as part of the Digital Europe Programme, aimed at enhancing digital resilience across member states. Key initiatives include the development of secure digital identity solutions, boosting critical system resilience, and supporting various technological advancements, particularly in AI and digital skills. The funding opportunities will be open to businesses and public entities starting April 2025, guided under the new Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform (STEP).
Affected: European Union Member States and related organizations
Keypoints :
- €1.3 billion funding to enhance cybersecurity and AI projects from 2025 to 2027.
- Focus on critical systems’ cyber resilience, including hospitals and submarine cables.
- Support for the AI Factories initiative and roll-out of the EU Digital Identity Wallet.
- Creation of digital models for climate adaptation and development of digital public services.
- New funding opportunities to be announced in April 2025 for businesses and public administrations.
Source: https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/eu-commission-funding/
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