March 27 2024

EU Advances Digital Sovereignty with the DIGITAL Europe Programme

The EU's DIGITAL Europe Programme marks a bold statement on the future of digital technology and sovereignty, promising to fundamentally alter Europe's approach to digital innovation.

The DIGITAL Europe Programme is the EU's key initiative to make Europe greener and more digital, focusing on sustainability and technological progress. With a €7,5 billion budget, it supports projects in supercomputing, AI, cybersecurity, digital skills, and digital technologies, crucial for economic recovery and digital transformation. It collaborates with other EU programs to build an inclusive digital future, aimed at strengthening Europe's digital sovereignty and promoting innovation and competition.

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