EU Launches €176 Million Digital Investment Drive for Data, AI, and Skills
The European Commission has initiated a new round of calls for proposals as part of the 2023-2024 Work Programmes of the Digital Europe Programme aimed at enhancing digital capabilities within the EU. These calls are accessible to businesses, public administrations, and other entities from EU Member States, EFTA/EEA countries, and associated nations, with a budget exceeding €176 million.
EU Releases Guidelines for Responsible Generative AI Use in Research
The European Commission, along with European Research Area countries and other stakeholders, has released guidelines to promote the responsible use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the European research community.
Commission commits €250m to increase secure connectivity
The European Commission has committed over €250 million to bolster secure connectivity throughout the EU as part of the CEF Digital Programme. Grant agreements have been finalised, with 37 projects selected in the second round of calls for proposals under the digital aspect of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF Digital). The total budget of €252 …
European Data Act Enacted for Fair and Innovative Data Economy
On 12 January, the European Data Act officially entered into force, ushering in a new era of rules designed to foster fairness and innovation within the digital landscape. The legislation, which defines rights pertaining to access and use of data generated across all economic sectors within the EU, is poised to simplify data sharing, particularly …
New feature “Learning Paths” added to DSJC Platform
The Digital Skills & Jobs Platform has introduced a new feature, Learning Paths, aimed at enhancing the user experience. Learning Paths are structured routes through the extensive educational resources offered on the platform, designed to aid users in navigating the content effectively.
Funding for digital, industry and space discussed at Info Days
On 11 and 12 October, the European Commission hosted a 2-day event which aimed to provide potential applicants with information about the funding opportunities of the 2024 calls of Horizon Europe Cluster 4 “Digital, Industry and Space” Work Programme 2023-2024.
Misinformation, Risks of AI, and Privacy Highlighted in EU State of the Union
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered her annual State of the Union address to the European Parliament on Wednesday, 13 September. Included in the speech, she highlighted that, while Europe has made significant progress in investment in digital, and in confronting the challenges caused by the digital world, there is still significant progress to be made.
CEPIS Expert Group Presents Recommendations for a Feasible EDSC
A new set of recommendations on an ideal, feasible European Digital Skills Certificate (EDSC), has been created by the CEPIS Digital Skills Policy Expert Group. The recommendations include a call for the certification system to be aligned with, and mapped to DigComp.
Get the Latest Information on National Skills Initiatives and Funding
The EU’s Digital Skills and Jobs Platform launched a new content series of digital skills overviews by country. The new series includes an overview of the strategies in place in each country and funding opportunities.
EU Advisors Publish New Opinion on Democracy and Tech
A new opinion by a group of advisors to the European Commission aims to address ‘democracy in the digital age’. The opinion, which looks at both the positive opportunities and the risks of technology for the democratic process, features a set of recommendations for policy makers.
