Computer Engineering Excellence Honoured at Spain’s Senate in CCII National Awards
The Spanish General Council of Professional Colleges in Computer Engineering (CCII) hosted the IV National Awards in Computer Engineering on 20 March 2026 at the Senate of Spain.
Turkish Informatics Association Advances Green Transformation, Entrepreneurship and Cyber Security Agenda
In early 2026, the Turkish Informatics Association (TBD) strengthened its engagement across key national and international priorities, ranging from climate action and entrepreneurship to cyber security.
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.
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.
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.
GI’s Women’s Group Annual Conference to Focus on Digital Violence and Democracy
The Women’s Group of the German Society of Informatics will hold its annual conference from 17 to 19 April 2026 in Munich, bringing together researchers, professionals and advocates to address one of the most urgent challenges of the digital age.
Conference Highlights the Role of Teachers in Shaping ICT and STEM Career Choices
A high-level conference entitled “Teachers and Career Choices in ICT and STEM” will take place on Tuesday, 3 March 2026 in Nicosia, Cyprus, bringing together educators, academics, career counselors and parents to address one of the most pressing challenges facing Cyprus and Europe: the low participation of girls in Information Technology and STEM professions.
