GI’s Next Trustworthy Tuesday to Take Place on 21 July
The German Informatics Society as part of the Ecosystem Formally Verifiable IT (EvIT) has launched a new webinar series called “Trustworthy Tuesday”. Once a month, researchers present their work in the field of formal verification. After lunch at 2 pm CET, you can join our “snackable science” format. In the next session on July 21st, Lucas Deutschmann will …
Robotex Cyprus 2026 Brings a Weekend of Robotics, AI and STEAM to Life
The 9th Pancyprian Educational and Sports Robotics Competition brought together 700 participants, including school students, university students and adults from across Cyprus, who competed in more than 20 robotics challenges, demonstrating their knowledge, creativity and technical skills.
OCG Awards Austria’s Top Student Typists in First National Keyboarding Competition
The Austrian Computer Society (OCG) has successfully concluded its first OCG Typing National Competition 2026, bringing together some of Austria’s most talented young keyboard typists from ICDL-participating schools across the country.
Digital Skills for Everyone: NJSZT Strengthens Commitment to an Inclusive Digital Society
The John von Neumann Computer Society (NJSZT) is reinforcing its commitment to building a more inclusive digital society, placing digital skills, equal opportunity, and social impact at the heart of its renewed strategy. As highlighted in a recent article published in IT Business, one of Hungary’s leading professional magazines, the Society’s new leadership aims to preserve its long-standing professional values while expanding initiatives that address social challenges through technology.
Continuing Education Seen as Essential for Austria’s Future
At the 18th Continuing Education Day in Vienna, experts, policymakers and business leaders highlighted the growing importance of lifelong learning, digital skills and AI for Austria’s competitiveness. The Austrian Computer Society (OCG) participated for the first time as a cooperation partner.
Latvian Version of DigComp 3.0 Launched to Support Digital Skills Development
Latvia has officially launched a Latvian-language version of DigComp 3.0, the European Digital Competence Framework for Citizens, making the latest digital skills resources more accessible to individuals, educators, employers and public institutions.
CEPIS Warns EU Against “Backdoor” Chat Monitoring in Child Protection Debate
As EU institutions move toward concluding key consultations on digital child protection rules, CEPIS is issuing a strong warning against proposals that could introduce broad monitoring of private communications.
Kosovo Informatics Society Leads Digital Education Initiatives
During the months of May and June, the Kosovo Informatics Society (SHPIK) has been implementing various initiatives pertaining to digital education, notably, teacher training, TechLead(h)er initiative, and Girls in ICT Day.
Commission Unveils European Technological Sovereignty Package
The European Commission has presented a new European Technological Sovereignty Package aimed at strengthening Europe’s capabilities in semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing and open-source technologies. The package includes the proposed Chips Act 2.0, the Cloud and AI Development Act, an Open-Source Strategy, and a Strategic Roadmap for Digitalisation and AI in the Energy Sector.
SDD Report: Digital Skills Progress Continues, ICT Talent Shortage Still Present
The European Commission’s 2026 State of the Digital Decade (SDD) report shows that more than 60% of Europeans now possess at least basic digital skills, marking continued progress towards the EU’s 2030 digital transformation goals. The report also highlights growing adoption of advanced technologies by businesses, with AI use among companies increasing sharply during 2025.
