EU Parliament Rejects “Chat Control” – Major Victory for Digital Rights and CEPIS
CEPIS welcomes the recent historic decision by the European Parliament to end the indiscriminate scanning of private digital communications, commonly known as “Chat Control.” With the interim regulation expiring, major tech companies must immediately halt mass surveillance of private messages for EU users.
Everything IT – Digital Thematic Week at the Informatics History Exhibition
The Informatics History Exhibition of John von Neumann Computer Society (NJSZT) successfully hosted its five‑day Digital Theme Week between 23–27 March 2026, welcoming more than 800 students and teachers. The programme showcased modern digital education tools and helped participants strengthen their digital skills and awareness.
CEPIS and CCS Co‑Organise Successful STEM Conference in Nicosia
The conference “Educators and Professional Choices in STEM Sciences” was held with great success on Tuesday, 3 March 2026, at the Kousioumi Venue in Nicosia, attracting strong participation from educators, academics, policy‑makers, and industry representatives. Co‑organised by the Cyprus Computer Society (CCS) and CEPIS, the event was delivered in collaboration with ten public and private universities in Cyprus and held under the auspices of the Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth.
StandICT.eu 2029 Calls for Experts on AI and Key Digital Technologies
StandICT.eu 2029 has opened its second Open Call, inviting ICT standardisation experts from across Europe to submit proposals for funded participation in global Standards Developing Organisations (SDOs). The deadline for applications is 24 April 2026.
Member Society in the Spotlight: AICA
This month, we shine the spotlight on the Italian Informatics and Communications Association (AICA). Explore their main recent activities, including their dynamic participation in Didacta Italia 2026, where AICA showcased its leadership in digital competence development.
20th Polish Edition of the International Bebras Challenge Concludes in Torun
In March 2026, the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science at Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Poland, hosted the ceremonial closing of the 20th Polish edition of the International Bebras Challenge. The event brought together nearly 500 laureates, distinguished participants, parents, and teachers to celebrate student achievement in this global informatics competition.
CEPIS Calls on EU Institutions to Uphold Parliament’s Decision and Reject Mass Surveillance in the Chat Control Regulation
CEPIS urges Members of the European Parliament to firmly defend the Parliament’s recent democratic decision to end untargeted mass scanning of private digital communications. CEPIS reiterates its strong opposition to the indiscriminate surveillance measures.
New Partnership to Strengthen AI and Digital Skills Across Romania’s Public Administration
Romania’s public administration is entering a new phase of digital transformation, one shaped not only by software platforms and online services, but increasingly by artificial intelligence. In this context, ICDL Romania and the National Agency of Civil Servants (ANFP) have signed a strategic partnership aimed at building the digital and AI competencies required to support meaningful and sustainable reform.
GI’s Next Trustworthy Tuesday to Take Place on 21 April
In the next session of GI’s “Trustworthy Tuesdays” on April 21st, Gernot Heiser will give his presentation “LionsOS: Security and Performance”. The operating system is based on the seL4 microkernel.
Irene Bell Appointed Chair of CEPIS Informatics Education Expert Group
Dr. Irene Bell (BCS) will succeed Gerald Futschek (OCG) as Chair of the CEPIS Informatics Education Expert Group. Dr. Bell, who has been a long-standing member of the Informatics Education expert group, currently serves as Principal Lecturer and Head of STEM at Stranmillis University College in Belfast, bringing nearly 30 years of Higher Education experience following an …
