Webinar: Digital Citizenship Education in Practice: Well-being Online and the Voice of Young People
2025-11-06 00:00 (Europe/Malta)
On Thursday, 6 November 2025, the Council of Europe and the digi.well project will host a dynamic webinar, Digital Citizenship Education in Practice: Well-being Online and the Voice of Young People, as part of the European Year of Digital Citizenship Education 2025.
The EU-funded digi.well project aims to explore, develop, and foster a whole-school approach to well-being in a digital world, building on an in-depth understanding of the needs of children, young people, teachers and a wider range of school professionals, while developing and implementing a set of self-assessment, capacity-building and outreach tools.
What should you expect?
This event will explore how schools, families, and policy makers can work together to promote well-being – both online and offline – and responsible digital engagement.
With a focus on sharing best practices and amplifying the voices of young people, this webinar will offer fresh insights and actionable ideas for educators and stakeholders alike.
Register now!
Don’t miss out, register by 31 October 2025!

CEPIS International Conference on Digital Skills and IT Professionalism 2025
2025-11-06 08:00 - 2025-11-07 17:00 | Universidad de Alcala, Spain
The Council of European Professional Informatics Societies (CEPIS)—part of the EIT Deep Tech Talent Initiative—will hold its second International Conference on Digital Skills and IT Professionalism (ICODSIP) at the University of Alcalá in Spain on 6–7 November 2025.
The event will focus on two clear goals:

Building a world-class IT profession – exploring standards, career paths, and ethics that keep pace with breakthrough tech.

Boosting digital skills for all – sharing proven ways to bring every citizen along for the ride

Both aims support the EU’s 2030 targets: 20 million IT specialists and 80 % of citizens with at least basic digital skills. As digital technology becomes a bigger part of daily life, Europe needs more well-trained IT experts who can keep pace with rapid change.
Discover more about the Conference.
Get involved in ICODSIP 2025
ICODSIP 2025 is inviting practitioners, project managers, researchers, HR experts and educators focused on IT professionalism and deep tech training, female talent in IT and digital skills for non-IT workers and citizens to submit their contributions. The Call for Papers and the Call for Project presentations are available and open until 27 July 2025.

WordCamp Athens 2025 coming November 8th at OTE Academy
2025-11-08 00:00 | Athens, Greece
WordCamp Athens returns dynamically on Saturday 8 November 2025, in the modern and easily accessible space of OTE Academy, with speeches/workshops around WordPress and its ecosystem, and of course opportunities for networking!
The popular technology conference, held by volunteers – members of the Greek WordPress community, is an open space for sharing knowledge and experience for all those who are active or interested in the most popular CMS in the world, regardless of the degree of familiarity or technical training. Professionals and beginners, designers, developers, marketers, content creators and business representatives meet with open source software and the community in common.
Those who are interested in a day full of knowledge, discussion and innovation can already purchase their tickets and book 8/11 in their calendars. At the same time, they can also wait for the announcements for the established Contributor Day, during which participants voluntarily collaborate on various aspects of WordPress – from code and design, to translation, documentation and community support.
Finally, the participation calls for Sponsors and Speakers have also been opened. Those who are interested in supporting or actively participating in this year’s event, can be informed about the relevant requirements and forms of expression of interest through the conference website: athens.wordcamp.org
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Seminar for Guidance Teachers and Career Advisors
2025-11-10 08:30 - 13:00 | MDIA Di HubMT, Malta
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TRAINING
National Students’ Wellbeing Services (Wellbeing Services) in collaboration with
Malta Digital Innovation Authority
Seminar for Guidance Teachers and Career Advisors
Tuesday 11th November 2025
Venue: MDIA, DiHubMT, Mriehel

MedTech Malta 2025 Summit
2025-11-11 08:00 - 2025-11-14 17:00 | mediterranean conference centre, Valletta, Malta
MedTech Malta has firmly established itself as the premier annual summit in Malta for medical technology (MedTech) and HealthTech innovation. Organized by MedTech World, the event provides a dynamic international platform where startups, investors, entrepreneurs, researchers, and industry leaders converge to share insights, forge partnerships, and accelerate innovation. Since its inception in 2020, the summit has grown into a global gathering point that not only highlights cutting-edge medical technologies but also positions Malta as a fast-rising hub in the MedTech sector.
One of the reasons Malta has successfully carved a niche in this highly competitive industry is its strategic location and market access. Lying at the crossroads of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, Malta offers a geographically advantageous base for companies aiming to scale across multiple markets. Its membership in the European Union further strengthens this position, as firms based in Malta enjoy regulatory alignment with EU standards and direct access to the single market. This makes Malta particularly attractive for international MedTech firms that wish to establish a foothold in Europe while maintaining connections to global partners.

Europe's Digital Summits
2025-11-12 00:00 - 2025-12-15 00:00
From 12 to 14 November 2025, Brussels will host three of Europe’s flagship digital transformation events: the Advanced Digital Skills Summit, the Women in Digital Summit, and the European Digital Skills Awards Ceremony 2025. Together, these events will explore how Europe can close the digital gender and skills gaps, celebrate successful initiatives, and strengthen leadership in advanced digital technologies.
What to expect
Discover the latest insights on Europe’s digital future, including the Advanced Digital Skills State-of-Play report and the Women in Digital Index. Join policymakers, educators, researchers, and industry leaders for keynotes and panels exploring advanced digital education, leadership pathways for women in tech, and the skills Europe needs in areas such as AI, cybersecurity, and next-generation networks.

Alongside the discussions, dedicated networking sessions will offer space to exchange ideas and foster new collaborations.
Don’t miss out, register here!
About the European Digital Skills Awards
The European Digital Skills Awards (EDSA) are a flagship initiative of the Digital Skills and Jobs Platform, organised by the European Commission in collaboration with the National Coalitions for Digital Skills and Jobs across Europe. The Awards shine a spotlight on outstanding projects and organisations that empower people with the digital competences needed to thrive in today’s society and economy.
Applications for the 2025 edition are now closed, with 195 submissions received. Building on the success of the past two editions, this year’s strong participation highlights the growing momentum and creativity driving digital skills initiatives across Europe.
Mark your calendars: the finalists will be revealed in October during an online ceremony, with registrations opening soon. The winners will be announced in November at the Awards ceremony in Brussels.
To stay informed, follow our updates and subscribe to the Digital Skills and Jobs Digest.

Future Port Youth 2025
2025-11-13 00:00
Future Port Youth is a global gathering of active students and their teachers with innovators and tech leaders with one goal: empowering the youth with the latest technologies & trends and the courage to use them for positive impact.
This year’s program features inspiring keynote speakers, including international experts from the fields of artificial intelligence, sustainability and future education.
The event is dedicated to active high school & university students, teachers, educators, and anyone interested in learning, connecting with peers, and discovering practical, innovative ideas to apply at school and in their communities.
Alongside the talks, participants can enjoy a rich side program: interactive workshops, hands-on demonstrations and networking opportunities with peers and professionals.
Whether you join us in person at the Prague Nová Spirála congress centre or online from anywhere in the world, you will leave with new ideas, skills and perspectives.
Future Port Youth 2025 is not only a chance to learn, but it is also a unique experience, full of energy and community spirit. Do not miss the opportunity to be part of it! Sign up here.
Can’t make it in person? Join Online!

Live streaming of the whole event
Exclusive backstage content
Chance to win 1-on-1 with our speakers
Recordings & worksheets after event

Luxembourg Internet Days 2025
2025-11-18 00:00 - 2025-11-19 00:00 | Luxembourg
The 12th edition of the Luxembourg Internet Days (LID) will take place on 18 and 19 November 2025. It is organised by LU‐CIX and hosted by the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Luxembourg.
What are Luxembourg Internet Days?
Organised by LU-CIX, over the years the Luxembourg Internet Days have become the ‘must-attend Internet event of the Greater Region’.
Over two days, more than 1,200 ICT professionals, decision-makers, experts and public stakeholders meet to discuss key issues related to security, sovereignty, the cloud, networks and digital resilience.
For the 2025 edition:

Free and open access , upon registration
More than 40 thematic conferences and workshops
An exhibition area with more than 45 stands
High-level meetings and many networking opportunities

Theme 2025: Security • Sovereignty • Resilience
This 12th edition will focus on the central issue of European digital sovereignty, in the face of the dominance of major non-European cloud players.
Some key questions that will guide the discussions:

If 90% of European data is hosted by non-European cloud giants, is our sovereignty under threat?
Does dependence on these infrastructures jeopardise our security and resilience?
Are there sovereign and viable alternatives for Europe?

Participants will be able to attend debates, technical workshops and round tables to explore these crucial issues and identify concrete solutions.
Who is the event for?
The event is aimed at a wide audience in the digital sector:

Network, cloud and cybersecurity professionals
Public actors and local authorities
Digital companies and start-ups
Researchers, regulators and policy makers

Several side events will enrich the programme:

LUNOG8, the technical conference dedicated to network operators
Gemengen Dag, special day for municipalities (in French and Luxembourgish)
An open-source ‘Matrixmeets Luxchat’hackathon to foster collaboration and innovation

More information, full calendar and registrations on the official website luxembourg-internet-days.com

Slush
2025-11-19 08:00 - 2025-11-20 17:00
Join one of the world’s most renowned startup and technology gatherings in Helsinki!
Slush is organising a gathering for startups, in Helsinki on 19 and 20 November 2025. It’s a platform designed to help founders build transformative companies—and to connect them with investors, media, and ecosystem builders in a highly curated environment.
What to expect?
Participants: over 6,000 startups, around 3,500 investors and 1,700+ partners and ecosystem builders.
Matchmaking & Meetings: advanced matchmaking tool facilitates 20,000+ one-on-one meetings over two days, meaning more than 800 meetings per hour. There will be more than 600 side events. Interested? Explore here.
Programming: keynotes, mentoring sessions, speaker deep-dives, pitching opportunities, and curated interactions on the main stages
Atmosphere & Focus: founder-first mindset with “relevance over scale,” offering a more intimate, impactful experience than typical mega conferences
Industry agnostic—startups from 50+ sectors attend, including SaaS, healthtech, AI, gaming, deeptech, fintech, and more.
A broader “Slush Week” in the city includes numerous partner-driven and community side events.
Explore more by clicking here.

Bridging the Digital Skills Gap: Empowering SMEs for the Future - Project EAGLE conference
2025-11-20 00:00 | online
On 20 November, from 8:00 to 14:25, join the final conference of the project EAGLE, a European-wide initiative tackling the digital skills gap in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Funded by the Digital Europe Programme and supported in Ireland by University of Limerick and Skillnet Ireland, this event brings together academic, industry, and training partners to celebrate the project’s achievements and explore future strategies for SME digital transformation.
The day will begin with an optional Business Networking Breakfast and Workshop (08:00–09:30), followed by the main conference programme (10:00–14:45). Attendees are welcome to register for either or both parts of the event. Attendees can also register to join remotely for some of the conference sessions.
The event takes place in-person, in Limerick, Ireland. Participants will be able to join some sessions remotely.
Details about this event
“Bridging the Digital Skills Gap: Empowering SMEs for the Future” is the final conference under the EAGLE project, which addresses the training gap in terms of digital skills across European SMEs. The project is made possible by a consortium of academic institutions, SME networks and training organisations across Europe, including partners from Spain, Slovakia, the Czech republic, Cyprus Ireland, Lithuania and Finland, all working together to bridge the digital skills gap for SMEs.
Who is this conference for?
The final conference of the EAGLE project is open to SME owners and managers, industry professionals, educators, policy makers, Chambers of Commerce, Enterprise Ireland, Regional Skills Forums, and EU Digital Programme stakeholders.
Conference Highlights:

Business Networking Breakfast with Workshop: “The Future of Work in Manufacturing: Skills that Matter”.
Conference Keynote by Mr Tim Crowe, CEO of WorxFlo: “AI and Supply Chain Digitalisation: Practical Insights for SMEs”.
Panel Discussion: “Collaborating for Digital Success”. This panel will explore how strategic partnerships between industry, academia, and training networks can drive meaningful digital transformation for SMEs.
Presentation of Project EAGLE outcomes and recommendations.
European and Local supports available for SMEs in 2026 and beyond.
Networking opportunities.

More information and registrations
Head over to the main page of the event and register for the final event of the EAGLE project on 20 November!
To find out more about the EAGLE project, visit their official website.

DIGI-ME Ecosystem: innovazione digitale per le imprese del futuro
2025-11-20 14:00 - 18:00
The scope and speed of digital transformation pose a crucial challenge for businesses: identifying managers capable of interpreting innovation, transforming it into effective strategies and translating it into concrete growth. The current mismatch in the labour market is holding back investment, reducing productivity and weakening the competitiveness of Italian and European companies.
To bridge this gap, DIGI-ME was created, a European project that trains the new generation of digital innovation leaders and promotes the transfer of skills to businesses and markets through a dedicated ecosystem. The initiative connects academic excellence with the real needs of businesses, offering practical and collaborative courses on management, digital innovation and entrepreneurship.
Universities, research centres, innovative SMEs, technology parks and investors: the DIGI-ME ecosystem brings these players together in a network that integrates training, use cases and direct collaboration with businesses.
On 20 November, Kilometro Rosso (Bergamo) will host the launch event for the DIGI-ME Ecosystem: an opportunity to discover the advantages and opportunities of joining, through testimonials, practical examples and networking opportunities.
Agenda
13:30 – 14:00: Registration
14:15 – 14:30: Welcome and introduction to DIGI-ME [speaker: Roberto Marelli – KMR]
14:30 – 15:00: The digital skills gap [speaker: Nicola Redi – Obloo Ventures]
15:00 – 17:30: The DIGI-ME ecosystem and its advantages [Consortium speakers: Nicola Redi and Arianna Tibuzzi – Obloo Ventures; Marco Olivotto – LEF. External guests: Roberto Pugliese (MIB); Michele Coletti (GEM); TBC (RINA)]

Recruitment pathways
Challenges and use cases
Digital upskilling
Co-creation of content
Networking and visibility

17:30 – 18:00: How to become part of our ecosystem [speaker: Chiara Bertazzoni – KMR]
Followed by a networking aperitif
Participate and bring your company to the centre of the digital transformation!
The event will be in Italian.

GenAI Summit 4
2025-11-24 09:00 - 17:00 | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center, Greece
On 24 November 2025, at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center, the largest conference dedicated to Genetic AI will take place in our region, where you will have the opportunity to experience the future of this innovative technology. The conference is organized with the support of the European Investment Bank and under the auspices of the Greek Ministry of Digital Governance.
The conference will be held in three dynamic venues: the Stavros Niarchos Hall, the Alternative Events Stage and the Book Castle. There, you will have the opportunity to attend experiential presentations, real-life case studies, exclusive workshops and immersive discussions, which will take place in parallel.
Why join?
Practical Focus
From demonstrations and workshops to applications in practice – this conference bridges theory with practice. It is ideal for companies that want to present GenAI products or for those who want to develop or advise GenAI-based solutions.

Stay up-to-datewith the latest tools, good practices and innovations in GenAI – from basic models to advanced agent architectures. This year’s theme “Agentic AI” focuses on the evolution from chatbots to smart, autonomous agents. Gain practical knowledge and experience from leading experts.
Rich ContentSessions
are designed for a wide range of roles – from HR, marketing, sales, operations, products and more. Whether you’re developing, buying, or implementing GenAI, you’ll find content tailored to your needs.
Experiences of Special
Leaders from leading companies such as OpenAI, NVIDIA, Google, Microsoft, Amazon (AWS), as well as emerging startups in the field of GenAI, such as Resolve AI and Reflection AI, will participate as speakers. See the programme of the previous speakers here.
Networking OpportunitiesThe event offers excellent networking opportunities with innovators, decision makers and GenAI professionals from leading companies, as well as the opportunity for business development meetings and valuable partnerships.
Discover
how GenAI is transforming critical areas such as health, economics, education, the legal field, the media and others.
Leadership in Thought
Establish your company as a leader in the field of GenAI. Through speeches or sponsorships, the conference brings you in front of an active and influential audience.
Enjoy selected
side events and community meetings on the day of the conference and beyond.
Shape the future of Genetic Artificial Intelligence with us this November.
Sign up now to secure your place at the 4th GenAI Summit!
For more information, sponsorships or speaking opportunities, visit our website: https://www.genaisummitseeurope.com/
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Let's Talk Digital Skills!
2025-11-24 11:30 - 2025-11-27 13:00 | MCAST, Malta
As the designated EU CodeWeek Hub for Malta, the Malta Digital Innovation Authority is committed to empowering both students and educators with practical and up to date digital skills. In pursuit of this goal, we are organising a series of 1.5-hour sessions over four consecutive days, each focused on a unique theme. This initiative is proudly presented in collaboration with the MCAST Institute of ICT and MITA. Thank you for registering for these talks.
Location: MCAST MRC Auditorium
Time: 11:30 – 13:00 daily
Sessions:

Monday 24th November: “Cybersecurity in the Age of Social Media: Protecting Your Digital Life”
Tuesday 25th November: “Learning to Learn: An Introduction to AI and Machine Learning”
Wednesday 26th November: “Building Your First App: The Power of Code to Create Change”
Thursday 27th November: “The Dark Side of the Web: Understanding and Preventing Cybercrime”

Registrations opened for SEMIC 2025
2025-11-25 00:00 - 2025-11-26 00:00 | Copenhagen, Denmark
The leading European meeting on semantic interoperability and digital governance is back. SEMIC 2025 will take place in Copenhagen on 25 and 26 November, under the theme ‘Interoperability with impact’.
Organised by the European Commission, in cooperation with the Danish Presidency of the Council of the European Union, the event brings together representatives from the public and private sectors, academia and professionals from all over Europe.
Two-day substance: from technical details to strategic discussions
25 November: The first day is dedicated to specialized workshops, aiming at an in-depth approach to technical issues and practical applications. Examples of good practices will be presented, with a focus on semantic interoperability as a key tool in designing a digital Europe.
26 November: The main workshop focuses on high-level strategic discussions on developments in interoperability, artificial intelligence, digital public administration and data-driven policy making. At the same time, there will be an exhibition with success stories and live demonstrations, while significant opportunities for networking will be offered.
Why join SEMIC 2025
SEMIC is a reference point for the digital transformation of the public sector in Europe. Last year’s event brought together almost 500 physical participants and more than 1,200 online participants, and the workshops attracted a total of over 680 people.
This year’s theme is expected to be equally dynamic, focusing on:

data spaces;
the connection between artificial intelligence and semantics;
and the role of interoperability in shaping digitally-ready policies.

All of this is in line with the EU Digital Decade priorities for 2030.
Register
Registrations have been opened and are made through the official form of the European Commission. You will need an EU Login account – if you do not have one, the creation process is simple and quick.
It is recommended to use Google Chrome for the best recording experience.
Places are limited and demand is already high – register here in time to get involved !
Want to know more?
Read the interview with GeorgesLobo, Team Leader of the SEMIC team
Watch the best moments video from SEMIC 2024 in Brussels
Source:https://interoperable-europe.ec.europa.eu/interoperable-europe/event/registration-semic-2025-officially-open-reserve-your-spot-now
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SkillScape 2025: State of Flux
2025-11-25 08:00 - 14:30 | mediterranean conference centre, Valletta, Malta
SkillScape is the National Skills Council’s flagship annual conference focused on the future of work, skills, and lifelong learning.
Bringing together leading voices from across sectors, this event examines the evolving dynamics of the labour market in a world shaped by rapid change, technological innovation, climate shifts, and demographic pressures.
This year’s edition – themed ‘State of Flux’ – explores how global megatrends are reshaping the way we work, learn, and live. The conference shines a spotlight on the human edge, the skills that set us apart in an increasingly automated and unpredictable world: creativity, empathy, adaptability, critical thinking, and resilience.
Attendees can expect a thought-provoking agenda featuring keynote speeches, panel discussions, and interactive breakout sessions. The conference also offers valuable networking opportunities and a showcase of ongoing skills projects driving transformation across Malta.

Future of Work Europe
2025-11-25 10:00 - 2025-11-26 17:30 | Excel, London, United Kingdom
November 25-26, 2025 ExCeL London, UK
Future of Work Europe 2025 unites two conference streams—Future of Work and Future of Learning—to help organisations adapt to rapid change.
The Future of Work track focuses on how HR and business leaders are transforming cultures, redefining employee experiences, and driving performance amid AI, shifting expectations, and new work models.
The Future of Learning track explores how L&D and talent leaders are scaling capability-building, embedding continuous learning, and preparing workforces for future skills.
Together, these tracks create a unique forum for senior HR, talent, and L&D professionals to connect, collaborate, and shape the future of work and learning.
For the tickets and more information, visit the website.

15th e-Government Forum on "The next steps of e-Government after the RRF"
2025-11-26 00:00
The 15th e-Government Forum will take place on 26 November 2025, at the Athens Conservatory, in three thematic rooms, with the main theme being: The next steps in eGovernment after the RRF.
In the context of the 15th anniversary e-Government Forum, which celebrates 15 years of continuous events, the critical phase of the completion, receipt and productive operation of e-Government projects will be examined, with a view to 2026-2027. Despite theoretical progress, significant discrepancies are identified between the initial designs and the implemented reality, in particular in terms of deliverables and operational benefits. In particular, areas such as digital security and communication networks highlight the problems posed by systems complexity and increasing cyber threats.
One of the most important moments of the 15th e-Government Forum will be the awarding of the e-Government Awards to bodies and services that are distinguished for technological innovation, design completeness and effective service to the citizen. At the same time, emphasis will also be placed on Artificial Intelligence, a new, rapidly growing sector, where Digital Governance has already taken its first steps, with particularly remarkable applications and services that are in full operation.
The conference will include parallel conference modules, such as:

The DPO & ICT Security World (Public Sector) with an emphasis on the Digital Security of public digital infrastructure.
Conferences on Data Center, supercomputing infrastructure and Open Data.
Presentations of facilities and implementations by public bodies and services, as well as technological trends and developments.
Discussions of public sector executives on the immediate developments in the field of integration of digital systems and issues arising from the complexity of applications and administrative procedures.

The participation of the executives of the Public Administration is free, while of the private sector only by sponsorship invitations.
The 15th e-Government Forum is under the auspices of public and private sector institutions that play an essential role in Digital Governance.
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Malta as a Launchpad – Restructuring for UK or US Investment
2025-11-26 14:00 - 17:00 | DiHubMT, Birkirkara, Malta
Join us for a focused workshop on the legal requirements of expanding your business into the UK and US.This session brings experts together to offer clear, practical guidance on regulations, compliance, and key legal structures for international growth. Led by:• Dr Danielle Mercieca, Senior Associate, Corporate & Commercial Law, Chetcuti Cauchi Advocates• Alexander Lamley, Partner and Attorney (NY) MBM CommercialThey’ll share insights on Malta’s startup ecosystem, legal and tax considerations, and how to structure your business for overseas investment. 26th November 14:00-17:00 DiHubMT, Birkirkara Register here: https://shorturl.at/DQLKC

2nd Cybersecurity Awareness Raising Conference - Empowering the Human Element
2025-11-27 00:00 | Zagreb, Croatia (Local Name: Hrvatska)
Join the 2nd Cybersecurity Awareness Conference in the EU on November 27, 2025!
In collaboration with the Croatian Academic and Research Network, and partners Croatian Institute for Cybersecurity and University Center for Cybersecurity at the University North , the event aims to build on and expand the outcomes of the first edition, helping make cybersecurity awareness more accessible, actionable, and impactful across Europe.
About the conference:
This year’s cybersecurity awareness conference looks ahead by centering on three key themes:

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Awareness Raising
Measuring the Impact of Awareness Raising Activities
Gamification in Awareness Raising

Participants will explore emerging technologies, assessment frameworks, and creative engagement tactics across Europe. The programme includes keynotes from European experts, interactive panels, and practical skill-building sessions. ENISA tools like “AR-in-a-Box” will be demonstrated to show how they can be adapted to these evolving trends.
You can learn more information about the objectives and target audience on this website.
The conference is free and you can register here by filling out the registration form.

12th Research Data Management Forum
2025-11-27 00:00 - 2025-11-28 00:00 | Polytechnic Institute of Bragança, Portugal
Registration is open for participation in the 12th Research Data Management Forum (GDI), which will take place on November 27 and 28, at the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança.
Book the dates in your calendar and register by 21 November on the event page.
The GDI Forum is a privileged space for the development of technical skills, the sharing of experiences and the promotion of national and international initiatives. It also aims to strengthen collaborative networks between professionals and researchers in the areas of information science, data curation, informatics, libraries, archives and science management.
Anyone interested in submitting proposals for flash talks and posters can do so until September 22.
Participation in the GDI Forum contributes to the mobilization and training of a practical community that supports data management activities in research institutions in Portugal.
Important dates:

Submission of proposals: 14 July to 22 September
Notification to tenderers: 28 September
Registrations of participants: 14 July to 21 November
Implementation of the 12th IDG Forum: 27-28 November

The 12th GDI Forum is an event promoted by the FCT, through the FCCN – Digital Services of the FCT, and by the Re.Data Consortium, developed under the National Open Science and Open Research Data Programme (PNCADAI), with the support of the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP).
Follow all the news of the event on the social networks Facebook and Linkedin.

European Digital Health Summit
2025-12-01 00:00 - 2025-12-02 00:00 | online
On 1–2 December 2025, the European Digital Health Summit will take place in Madrid, Spain, bringing together participants onsite and online. The event will focus on tackling pressing health challenges across EU Member States and countries associated with the EU4Health Programme
More about the Summit
The Summit features a dynamic programme of sessions designed to encourage meaningful exchange and peer learning, centred around the most pressing challenges and opportunities shaping the future of health systems. The programme will focus on four areas:

Strengthening healthcare systems and workforce resilience;

Advancing the digital transformation of healthcare, including AI-driven solutions, telemedicine, interoperable health data and digital skills;

Promoting the One Health approach to address cross-sectoral health risks;

Ensuring equitable access to medicines and resilient pharmaceutical supply chains;

Through high-level dialogues, interactive sessions and stakeholder engagement, the European Digital Health Summit will serve as a platform to share solutions, foster collaboration and contribute to building a more resilient and innovative European Health Union.
Discover more about the programme and secure your spot!

Skills and jobs: How SMEs go digital
2025-12-02 14:00 - 15:30 | online
The 25 million small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the European Union drive growth, innovation and employment and play a key role in digitalisation. By leveraging digital technology, SMEs can improve operations, expand their market reach and contribute to innovative solutions to pressing challenges such as fighting climate change and increasing social cohesion.
In this virtual get-together, Cedefop and Eurofound, EU agencies which both celebrate their 50th anniversary in 2025, team up to present new joint work on digitalisation policies and to explore how digital SMEs in Europe are today.
Live from Dublin and Thessaloniki, the two EU agencies present the key challenges and barriers SMEs face in becoming more digital and review digitalisation and digital skills support measures. The links between digitalisation and job quality in SMEs will be assessed by looking at how digital tools and algorithmic management practices affect work organisations and working conditions.
This virtual get-together is open to policy makers, social partners and sectoral representatives, SME representation organisations, VET providers and institutions, representatives from national, regional, and local authorities, and labour market, education and training, and skills experts.
Registration for the event is now open!

Programme

14:00 – 14:15
Welcome and introduction
Juergen Siebel (Cedefop Executive Director) and Ivailo Kalfin (Eurofound Executive Director)

14:15 – 14:40
How SMEs go digital
Jasper van Loo (Department coordinator at Cedefop) and Franz Eiffe (Research manager at Eurofound)

14:40 – 15:15
Panel conversation
Moderated by Jasper van Loo
Valentina Guerra (Policy Director at SMEUnited)
Ants Sild (Lecturer-Consultant BCS Digital skills academy, Estonia)
Thomas Oberholzner (Director of KMU Forschung, Austria)
Marjorie Grassler (EU project manager at Mobile World Capital, Spain)

15:15 – 15:30
Policy pointers and take-aways
Sara Riso (Senior research manager at Eurofound) and Jasper van Loo

Digital Skills Summit 2025
2025-12-11 10:00 - 14:00 | online
On 11 December 2025, Europe will gather top policymakers, industry leaders, and education innovators for the Digital Skills Summit 2025—a high-level event dedicated to strengthening Europe’s skilled and future-ready workforce. The Summit will advance the vision of a Union of Skills, uniting stakeholders to build a truly connected, mobile, and AI-ready European workforce, both in Brussels and online.
Featuring high-level speakers—including Executive Vice-President Roxana Mînzatu, senior representatives from the European Commission, Member States, and leading industry actors—the Summit will focus on aligning Europe’s education, labour, and innovation agendas to meet growing digital talent needs.
Key Focus Areas

Cybersecurity and Defence: Training the next generation of cybersecurity experts to protect critical infrastructure.

AI Skills and Innovation Leadership: Strengthening Europe’s talent pipeline to lead in AI development, regulation, and adoption.

Competitiveness and Talent Mobility: Removing barriers to talent movement and creating a borderless digital labour market.

Policy Alignment and Implementation: Identifying what works, closing gaps, and improving coordination across Europe.

Discover more about the Digital Skills Summit and secure your spot!

Presenting the Digital Competence Framework: DigComp 3.0
2025-12-12 10:00 - 11:00
The European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) will present the DigComp 3.0, the latest update to Europe’s flagship Digital Competence Framework, at a dedicated online event on 12 December 2025.
With DigComp already adopted in at least 22 Member States and used as the basis for 27 certification schemes across 25 countries, the new version marks an important milestone for policymakers, employers, educators, and researchers working to strengthen digital skills across Europe.
Agenda:

10:00 – 10:10 Opening remarks: Michele Vespe, Head of Digital Economy Unit, Joint Research Centre and Michael Horgan, Team Leader for Digital Skills, Directorate General for Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion

10:15 – 10:40 Presenting DigComp 3.0: Romina Cachia, Project leader for Social implications of Digital Transformation (SiDIT), Joint Research Centre and Judit Cosgrove, Scientific officer, Joint Research Centre

10:40 – 11:00 Q&A session

The event will introduce the new features and scientific foundations behind DigComp 3.0. Participants will gain insights into how the framework has evolved to reflect emerging technologies, societal needs, and the growing demand for digital readiness in both education and the labour market.
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Discovering the unknown: AI in healthcare
2025-12-15 08:00 - 2025-12-19 17:00 | University of Pavia
The Winter School “Discovering the Unknown: AI in Healthcare” will take place from December 15th to 19th, 2025, at the University of Pavia (Italy).
This international initiative, organised by the Department of Economics and Management of the University of Pavia, combines virtual learning with in-person activities in Pavia. The programme aims to provide students and professionals with foundational and practical knowledge on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly Explainable and Trustworthy AI (XAI), in the healthcare sector.
Agenda and topics
A panel of international experts will deliver lectures, workshops, and roundtables on key themes such as:

AI and data mining in healthcare management;
Explainable and trustworthy AI;
Ethics and AI;
Digital healthcare leadership;
Technology-enhanced learning and decision-making in healthcare.

During the in-person sessions in Pavia, participants will take part in interactive workshops, roundtables, and group project work designed to consolidate their learning and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. Synergies and collaboration with DIGI-ME This Winter School is co-founded and part of the European project Digital Skills for Transformative Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship, which is committed to educating a new generation of European leaders, equipping them with the skills to leverage digital tools and processes for transformative innovation in business and management. Its mission is to build and sustain a dynamic community of innovators ready to tackle future challenges across Europe’s key sectors.
Its objectives are:

To deliver a set of highly personalized educational and training programmes for future digital talents responding to actual and emerging skills needs
To develop a learning platform to manage personalized study plans
To develop a learning platform of advanced contents on digital skills for teachers, students and professionals to deliver the educational offers
To establish a sustainable network of HEIs, research centers, SMEs and Technological Parks
To attract qualified teaching staff and train the trainers in digital skills
To build a digital ecosystem for transformative innovation

By connecting with DIGI ME, the Winter School “Discovering the Unknown: AI in Healthcare” contributes to the creation of a European ecosystem of knowledge exchange, promoting digital innovation and cross-sectoral cooperation.
To get more information about the project you can visit the website.
Target audience
The programme is open to Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students from all academic backgrounds interested in AI applications in healthcare. It is also relevant for professionals, educators, and stakeholders at the intersection of technology and healthcare.

Cybersecurity for SMEs – Round 2
2026-01-13 17:00 - 19:00 | DiHubMT, Birkirkara, Malta
Topic: Cybersecurity for SMEs – Round 2
Focus: Practical defence strategies & risk management
Location: DiHubMT, Mriehel
Registration: https://dihubmt.eu/training-courses/cybersecurity-upskilling-courses-for-smes/
Fee: Individuals – Free of Charge / SMEs & Public Sector – Fully funded via de minimis support
Dates:

Session 1 – Tuesday, 13th January 2026
Session 2 – Thursday, 15th January 2026
Session 3 – Tuesday, 20th January 2026
Session 4 – Thursday, 22nd January 2026

Should you have any questions or require further information please contact MDIA on info@mdia.gov.mt.

European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA) AI week
2026-01-19 00:00 - 2026-01-23 00:00 | online
From 19 to 23 January 2026, the European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA) is organising EUSPA AI Week, a series of online events focused on the application of Artificial Intelligence in the downstream space sector.
The initiative brings together projects supported by Horizon Europe and the Fundamental Elements programme, which throughout the week will present activities, results and concrete use cases, showcasing how AI can become a strategic lever to address complex challenges and unlock new opportunities in downstream space services and applications.
About the event
The programme is structured around five thematic sessions, each dedicated to a key application area:

Advancing AI in space for downstream applications
AI for crisis management
AI enabling practical environmental tools
AI in mobility
AI for municipal and industry applications

Each interactive session will feature project presentations followed by live Q&A, offering participants the chance to engage directly with experts.
Find the full agenda, project information, and registration links on the event page.

CyberSecPro Summit 2026
2026-01-19 09:30 - 17:00 | Auditório Agostinho Silva, Universidade Lusófona, Lisbon, Portugal
Join us on 21 January 2026 at Universidade Lusófona, Lisbon, or attend remotely from anywhere in the world. This year’s summit brings together cybersecurity experts, investors, and innovators for:

High-impact keynote sessions
Investment-driven discussions
Real-world cybersecurity case studies
Networking and partnership opportunities

Whether you’re joining us in person or online, the CyberSecPro Summit is designed to spark collaboration and new venture opportunities across the cybersecurity ecosystem.
You can check the agenda hSecProere.
Register here!
For online attendance.

AI Festival 2026
2026-01-21 09:30 - 2026-01-22 18:00 | Roentgen Building of Bocconi University, Milan, Italy
On 21–22 January 2026, Milan will welcome the third edition of AI Festival, the international event dedicated to Artificial Intelligence, organised by WMF – We Make Future. Known for its commitment to exploring the ethical, social, and business implications of AI, the festival brings together professionals, companies, startups, and stakeholders from across the globe.
About the AI Festival
Following the success of last year’s edition, which attracted over 10,000 participants, AI Festival 2026 will offer an even richer programme. Attendees can expect 14 thematic stages with talks from international experts, focusing on AI applications in key sectors such as martech, health, education, work, space economy, logistics, culture, and creativity.
The event will also provide unparalleled business opportunities through B2B meetings, business matching, job placement initiatives, and exclusive networking sessions. An international startup competition will spotlight innovative AI solutions, robotics prototypes, tools, and software in the exhibition area.
Discover the agenda.
Why should you join?
With the participation of major brands, institutions, and renowned speakers in the Plenary Hall, AI Festival 2026 promises to be a vibrant meeting point for those shaping the present and future of AI.
Register here and secure your ticket.

Digital Skills Talks 18th episode ''Learning and Teaching in the age of AI''
2026-01-22 00:00
The Digital Skills and Jobs Platform returns with the 18th episode of Digital Skills Talks, a monthly series of 30-minute conversations with experts from across Europe, focusing on emerging digital technologies and the skills needed in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
On 22 January at 09:30 CET, the episode ”Learning and Teaching in the age of AI” will explore a key question: How can artificial intelligence be used responsibly in education?
Meet the speakers!

Dr Marjana Prifti Skenduli, Lecturer Department of Computer Science Director of Graduate Programs University of New York Tirana Rruga e Kavajës, Tirane, Shqipëri

Simona Petkova Policy Officer, ‘Digital Education’ Unit, Directorate-General for Education, Youth, Sport and Culture (DG EAC), European Commission.

In this episode of the Digital Skills Talks, we explore the ethical use of AI in classrooms, the skills teachers and learners need, and how EU policies and research are supporting AI literacy. Featuring insights from EU policy and academic experts, the discussion looks at challenges, opportunities, and what teaching and learning could look like by 2030.
Don’t miss out, register here!
