Cybersecurity for SMEs – Round 2
2026-01-13 17:00 - 19:00 (Europe/Malta) | 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!

Digital LSP Matchmaking Event: Insights from the Alliances for sectoral cooperation on skills
2026-01-22 14:00 - 17:00 | online
On 22 January, the Digital LSP Matchmaking Event brings together stakeholders from the digital skills ecosystem to explore how Erasmus+ Blueprint projects are building sustainable Skills Alliances to address Europe’s digital skills gaps. The event will showcase alliance communities from ongoing projects: Artificial Intelligence Skills Alliance (ARISA), Digital4Sustainability and Smart Communities Skills Development in Europe (SMARCO).
A dedicated matchmaking session will support participants interested in upcoming Erasmus+ calls (deadline March 2026), offering opportunities to connect with potential partners and explore future collaboration within the Digital ecosystem of the Pact for Skills.
Agenda

14:00 – 14:10 Introductory remarks – Digital Large-Scale Partnership (Digital LSP)
Caterina Bortolaso, Senior Project Manager, European DIGITAL SME Alliance

14:10 – 14:20 ARISA Project – Presentation of the Alliance Community
Alexia Papadimitriou, Senior Research and Innovation Manager, DIGITAL EUROPE
Project Coordinator of the ARISA project

14:20 – 14:30 Digital4Sustainability – Presentation of the Alliance Community
Lina Nardone, Project Manager, European DIGITAL SME Alliance

14:30 – 14:40 SMARCO Project – Presentation of the Project and Launch of the Skills Alliance
Isabelle Couture, Senior International Project Manager, ENoLL

14:40 – 14:50 Concluding remarks – Digital Large-Scale Partnership (Digital LSP)
Caterina Bortolaso, Project Manager, European DIGITAL SME Alliance

15:00 – 17:00 Matchmaking Session on Erasmus+ Calls

Register here.

Stronger Data for Stronger Futures
2026-01-27 11:00 - 17:00
On 27 January, the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) brings together global and country partners, technical experts and practitioners to connect evidence with action in addressing child undernutrition and strengthening food and nutrition data systems. The dialogue will explore how recent evidence on child wasting can better inform policy and programme responses, and identify practical opportunities to improve food and nutrition information ecosystems, particularly in fragile and crisis-affected contexts.
Agenda

11:00–11:15 Opening & Welcome (Part 1)
11:15–12:05 Integrating waste prevention and treatment
12:05–12:20 Panel discussion: The importance of investments in waste prevention
12:20–13:00 Q&A
13:00 – 14:00 Break
14:00–14:15 Opening & Welcome (Part 2)
14:15–15:15 Strengthening food and nutrition information ecosystems: from vision to blueprint
15:15–15:30 Break
15:30–16:45 Panel discussion: From blueprint toward aligned action
16:45–17:00 Closing reflections

Discover more and register for the event.

AI in Defence 2026
2026-02-02 00:00
On 2 February, the AI Defence Summit is Europe’s premier convening of defence innovators, policymakers, and strategic investors. Its mission is to align institutional leaders, cyber commands, and the deep tech ecosystem around the critical role of Artificial Intelligence in securing European defence.
The summit is intentionally designed to move beyond theoretical discussions, serving as a direct conduit between policy articulation and capability implementation.
Discover more about the Summit.

Panel for the Future of Science and Technology (STOA) workshop: Enhanced EU cooperation on cybersecurity
2026-02-05 00:00
In an increasingly unstable and crisis-prone global context, the European Union is shifting towards a more proactive approach to preparedness and comprehensive security. Strengthening trust and cooperation between EU institutions, Member States and key stakeholders is essential to counter growing threats such as cyber-attacks, disinformation and foreign interference.
On 4 February the Panel for the Future of Science and Technology (STOA) event contributes to the ongoing policy debate by exploring how science and technology can support enhanced cooperation on cybersecurity and intelligence at EU level.
Agenda

15:00 – 15:05 | Welcome and opening remarks José Cepeda, MEP, STOA

15:05 – 15:20 | Introductory address Andrius Kubilius, EU Commissioner for Defence and Space

15:20 – 15:40 | Keynote speech Gary Steri, Cybersecurity and Digital Technologies Unit, JRC

15:40 – 16:50 | Panel discussion and Q&A session Javier Candau, Spanish National Cryptological Centre (CCN), Daniel Markić, EU Intelligence and Situation Centre (EU INTCEN), EEAS, Florian Pennings, European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA), Francesca Musiani, Centre Internet et Société (CNRS)

16:50 – 17:00 | Closing remarks José Cepeda, MEP, STOA

Discover more about the event.

Safer Internet Day 2026
2026-02-10 00:00
🗓️ Save the date: Safer Internet Day 2026
Mark your calendars! On 10 February and beyond, join millions worldwide for Safer Internet Day, the global movement dedicated to creating a better internet for everyone.
Since 2004, this landmark event has brought together communities, organisations, educators, and families to raise awareness about online safety, digital well-being, and responsible technology use.
How will YOU celebrate? Whether you’re an educator, parent, organisation, or digital citizen, everyone has a role to play in building a safer internet.
Learn more about resources, events in your country, and other ways to get involved.
#SaferInternetDay #SID2026 #DigitalSafety #OnlineSafety #BIK

Cross-Border DEp Cybersecurity Matchmaking and Info Sessionb
2026-02-12 14:30 - 17:00 | online
Objective of the Event

The primary goal of this online cross-border matchmaking event is to connect members of national cybersecurity expert communities from various NCCs with entities interested in existing and upcoming Digital Europe – Cybersecurity calls. The event aims to foster partnerships, enhance cooperation and networking, and support the formation of potential project consortia for joint proposals under EU funding calls.

A dedicated pitching session will enable participants to present their organisations, find project partners and present project ideas.

The event will provide a structured platform for participants to:

Learn about NCCs’ activities, services, and roles in the national/EU cybersecurity ecosystem.
Learn about currently open DEP Cybersecurity calls and funding opportunities.
Present their organisations, know-how, experience, and possible project ideas.
Strengthen cross-border collaboration between various types of entities in the EU cybersecurity ecosystem (public, private, and academic sectors).

Possible participation for stakeholders in this event in one of the following roles:

Presenter: brief presentation/pitch of organisation or existing project idea (limited spots for pitching)
Attendee: interested stakeholders listening to presenters.
The event is intended for:

Representatives of SMEs, research and academic institutions, and other relevant entities interested in DEP funding.
Organisations looking for project partners or consortia opportunities.
NCC representatives from participating countries.
European Cybersecurity Competence Centre (ECCC) representatives.
National Contact Points (NCPs) involved in DEP activities.

CYBER Breakfast
2026-02-19 08:00 - 12:30 | The Link Hall, Malta Business Registry, AM Business Centre, Triq il-Labiour, Zejtun, Malta
We would like to invite you to the first CYBER Breakfast of the year that will take the form of a gamified incident response training session targeted for IT and security teams. Participants will immerse in high-pressure, realistic cyber-attack scenarios that demand swift, decisive detection and response.
Through guided gameplay, teams will sharpen decision-making, communication and cross-functional coordination as they investigate the incident and trace the attacker’s actions. The session cuts through theory to expose real-world pitfalls, strengthening cyber security fundamentals and breach readiness.
The centrepiece of the workshop is the Backdoors & Breaches game, a tabletop exercise that simulates real-world attack scenarios and challenges participants to respond effectively under pressure. Through this simulation you will also gain the knowledge on how strategic decisions impact outcomes.

SME Toolkit
2026-02-23 09:00 - 11:00 | online
Getting a product to market means understanding safety, compliance, and the EU rules that sit behind it all.

This session breaks product safety down in a clear, practical way from design and risk assessment to testing, documentation, and the Declaration of Conformity. It’s built for entrepreneurs, designers, manufacturers, and distributors who want to know what’s actually expected of them, what can go wrong, and how to avoid costly mistakes.

Register for webinar here: https://shorturl.at/JFp4N

We look forward to having you join us!

Digital4Security Tasters Workshops
2026-02-23 17:00 - 18:30 | online
The Digital4Security Taster Workshops kick off on Monday, 23 February 2026, offering a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge cybersecurity topics through hands-on, expert-led sessions. Designed for graduates, students, and professionals across sectors and experience levels including managers, and business leaders, this workshop series equips participants with practical, in-demand cybersecurity skills without requirement of technical background.
Why join the Digital4Security Taster Workshops?
By participating, you will: Learn directly from leading cybersecurity experts Gain practical, real-world skills through interactive sessions Connect with professionals across Europe’s cybersecurity ecosystem Upcoming Taster Workshops.
Upcoming Taster Workshops:

Workshop 1: Secure Programming – Monday, 23 February, 17:00-18:30 CET
Workshop 2: ML and DL for cybersecurity: overview of methods and applications – Wednesday, 25 February, 17:00-18:30 CET
Workshop 3: Implication Design for Cybersecurity: How design – not just text – can strengthen organisational security – Monday, 2 March, 17:00-18:30 CET
Workshop 4: Operational Resilience: Surviving the Accident and the Hack – Tuesday, 3 March, 17:00-18:30 CET
Workshop 5: Designing and Deploying CTF Cybersecurity Challenges – Thursday, 5 March 2026, 17:00-18:30 CET
Workshop 6: Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity and Resilience: A Socio-technical Perspective – Friday, 6 March, 17:00-18:30 CET
Workshop 7: Hands-On Cybersecurity Education: BUTCA, Gamification, and Collaboration – Monday, 9 March, 17:00-18:30 CET
Workshop 8: EuroShop Direct Resilience: A Ransomware Response Tabletop Exercise – Tuesday, 10 March, 17:00-18:30 CET

Click here to register. Deadline for registrations: 21 February 2026.
Practical information

Cost: Free of charge
Certificate: Participants receive a certificate of attendance
Discount: Attend at least 4 out of 8 workshops and receive a 10% discount on the full Master’s programme
Who should attend: All professionals across sectors and experience levels as well students and graduates (no technical background required; English fluency needed)

Digital Summit LATAM 2026
2026-02-26 00:00 - 2026-02-27 00:00 | Palaciao de Linares, Madrid, Spain
Between 26 and 27 February, the second edition of the Digital Latam Summit 2026 will bring together key players from public and private sectors in Madrid to lay the foundations for Ibero-American connectivity and project Latin America’s voice in the global digital economy.
Under the motto “Where Latin America meets the world to shape the future of our digital society”, the Summit is consolidating itself as the annual reference forum for the digital ecosystem, with leaders from government, regulators, investors, companies, academia, and civil society.
Over two days, it will offer keynote addresses, panels, workshops, and networking opportunities aimed at fostering strategic alliances with regional and global impact.
Discover more about the programme.

Masters of Digital 2026
2026-02-26 12:30 - 17:00 | online
As Europe’s premier digital policy event, Masters of Digital convenes senior EU policymakers, industry leaders and innovators to shape the future of Europe’s digital and industrial agenda. On 26 February, the Masters of Digital 2026 is Europe’s premier forum for shaping the future of digital policy and innovation.
As the European Union enters a new institutional cycle, this flagship event brings together high-level policymakers, industry leaders, civil society, and digital pioneers to debate the next generation of digital priorities. From AI and critical technologies, to defence, cybersecurity and global partnerships, Masters of Digital 2026 is a catalyst for Europe’s digital future.
Discover more about Masters of Digital and explore the programme and speaker

Girls in Digital Week 2026
2026-03-02 08:00 - 2026-03-22 17:00
Girls in Digital Week is back for its second year from 23–27 March 2026. EU Code Week is inviting schools, families, coding clubs, and youth groups across Europe to get involved. This year, the focus is practical. Organise a Girls Code it Better (GCIB) Sprint and help young people build confidence by creating with code.
What is Girls in Digital Week?
Girls in Digital Week aims to help bridge the gender gap in digital and STE(A)M by:

Creating safe, supportive spaces where girls and their peers can explore digital skills with confidence
Organising hands-onworkshops, coding activities, and GCIB (Girls Code It Better) Sprints
Raising awareness ofthe value of diversity and representation in technology
Promoting community-driven initiatives and partnerships through national and regional hubs.

Girls in Digital Campaign
Leading up to the week, the Girls in Digital Campaign will run for three weeks from 2–22 March 2026. The campaign will amplify stories of women in STE(A)M and digital fields, engage parents, educators, mentors, and communities, encourage local action and participation ahead of Girls in Digital Week, and showcase community activities and live moments from the field. Content will be shared across social media platforms, including Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.
How can you get involved?
EU Code Week invites government bodies, NGOs, schools, companies, and individuals to support and contribute to Girls in Digital Week. You can get involved by:

Organising a EU Code Week event/activity: Register a workshop, webinar, or hands-on activity on the EU Code Week website.
Collaborating with EU Code Week: Partner with EU Code Week network to reach wider audiences and strengthen local engagement.
Spreading the word: Share campaign materials and engage on social media. Tag @EUCodeWeek on Facebook, Instagram, X or LinkedIn and use the hashtags #EUCodeWeek and #GirlsinDigital.
Sponsoring initiatives: Supportthe creation of more opportunities for girls in digital fields.
Encouraging participation: Motivate your networks to take part and organise activities.
Volunteering: Connect with your national or regional hub to contribute locally or email info@codeweek.eu to find out more

Discover more about Girls in Digital Week 2026 and get involved.
Girls in Digital Week 2026

How to build the future: industry and education partnership
2026-03-03 15:00 - 17:00 | online
Collaboration between industry and education is key to building the digital future! On 5 March, the EU Code Week workshop “How to build the future: industry and education partnership” brings educators and companies together to explore stronger partnerships for digital skills.
Why attend:

Share and learn from good practices in school–industry partnerships

Engage with peers and industry representatives to develop practical solutions

Explore tools and resources, including the CSR Toolkit and Matchmaking platform

Participate in interactive focus groups addressing key challenges in digital skills development

This workshop offers a valuable opportunity to learn, connect, and take action, helping students, learners, and communities develop the digital skills they need for the future. We encourage all members of the EU Code Week community to join this collaborative session.
Don’t miss out, register here.

All Digital Weeks 2026
2026-03-09 08:00 - 2026-03-25 17:00 | online
All Digital Weeks 2026 will take place over three weeks, from 9 to 25 March 2026. The campaign, co-funded by the European Commission, brings together international and national partners, alongside participating organisations from across Europe.
Under the theme “Digital well-being for a competitive Europe”, the 2026 edition emphasises the importance of enabling people across Europe to engage with digital technologies in a confident, responsible and sustainable way. The campaign underlines the need to integrate digital inclusion and skills development into everyday life, supporting individual well-being while strengthening Europe’s long-term competitiveness
How can you participate in All Digital Weeks 2026?

Organise an event Host a workshop, seminar, or webinar to help others navigate the digital world safely and confidently

Make your impact visible across Europe. Add your initiative to the campaign map and connect with a network dedicated to digital inclusion

Promote. Raise awareness for digital well-being. Use our official toolkit to spread the word and help bridge the digital divide in your network

Discover more about All Digital Week 2026!

All Digital Weeks 2026 launch event
2026-03-10 11:30 - 14:00 | Microsoft Innovation Hub, Brussels, Belgium
Digital tools shape how we work, learn, connect and participate in society. But how do we ensure digitalisation strengthens wellbeing, inclusion, safety and rights?
On 10 March 2026, the launch event of All Digital Weeks 2026 sets the stage for this year’s campaign by focusing on a core message: digital well-being for a competitive Europe. Healthy digital habits empower people to participate meaningfully and confidently in digital society. This session will open a shared reflection on how individuals, educators, learning providers, and policymakers can work together to support healthier, safer, and more inclusive digital participation across Europe.
Agenda

11:45 – 12:15 Registration and networking lunch
12:15 – 12:10 Opening and welcome

Petra Bevek, Digital Education Service of the Ministry of Education of Slovenia
Theresa Elhage, Communication and Advocacy Manager, All Digital

12:20 – 12:30 Keynote: Digital wellbeing for a competitive Europe

Tiago Silva, Membership Manager, All Digital

12:30 – 13:05 Interactive breakout discussions
13:05 – 13:15 Plenary wrap-up
13:15 – 13:50 Policy panel: Digital wellbeing and inclusion in EU strategies

Francesca Maltauro, Deputy-Head of Unit Digital Education, European Commission
Laia Orozco Joan, Head of Digital Equity Lab, Bofill Foundation
Diogo Heinen, Digital Well-Being & Inclusive Technology Expert, MAKS

13:50 – 14:00 Q&A and closing reflections

Discover more about the event and register.

EU Code Week Hackathons finals
2026-03-11 12:00 - 14:00 | online
On 11 March 2026, the EU Code Week Hackathons reach their final stage as the ten national finalist teams compete in the European final.
From October 2025 to January 2026, students from across Europe turned code into action, tackling real-world challenges through digital skills under the theme From Code to Community: Bridging Digital Skills and Social Impact.
Across ten national hackathons held in Italy (Florence and Turin), Greece, Croatia, Ukraine, Turkey, Spain, Lithuania, Slovenia and France, young people showed how technology can be used to respond to local challenges and create meaningful digital solutions.
During the final, these young innovators will take the stage at the online final, where national finalists will showcase their projects, exchange ideas and celebrate their collective achievements.
Don’t miss out! Register here.

Annual Europe Digital Communications and Media Forum 2026
2026-03-17 00:00 - 2026-03-18 00:00 | Belgian Institute for Postal Services and Telecommunications (BIPT), Belgium
The International Institute of Communications will return to Brussels for its annual Europe Digital Communications and Media Forum on 17 and 18 March 2026 and are delighted to be hosted once again by the Belgian Institute for Postal Services and Telecommunications (BIPT).
Key discussion themes will include:

EU economic growth, regulatory simplification and the EU Digital Omnibus package: implications for Data governance, Cybersecurity, AI governance
Progress report: Digital Networks Act; Cloud and AI Development Act
BEREC Strategy 2026-2030: key areas of focus / change
The Media Board: 1 year anniversary update and strategic priorities
EU Consumer Agenda 2030 and the Digital Fairness Act
Protection of minors and age-verification
EU Digital Identity Framework / EU Business Wallet

Save your spot here.

AI Hackathon 2026
2026-03-17 00:00 - 2026-03-19 00:00
About the event
During this hackathon, you will develop a complete innovation project in three days. You will do this in a team, under the guidance of an experienced coach. At the end of the third day, you will present the results to a jury.
Why participate?

You will develop new knowledge and technical skills.
You will meet motivated and interesting experts in the sector.
You can add relevant professional experience to your resume.
You will improve your English communication skills.

This challenge is part of a strategy and commitment to strengthen Belgium’s digital sovereignty. Participants will work locally on secure computers, using only open source AI models.
The goal is to demonstrate how sovereign AI can improve the internal processes of a public administration while ensuring data protection, model transparency, and technological control.
Teams will be required to:

Bring their own data (internal documents, reports, FAQs, procedures, etc.) and create a RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) system—i.e., an AI assistant capable of answering questions by querying local files and knowledge bases.
Develop a Proof of Concept (POC) that demonstrates how this approach can simplify or automate an existing process in their department (examples: internal support, document research, report writing, file tracking).
The ultimate goal is to show how sovereign AI solutions, hosted and controlled by public services, can increase the efficiency, security, and technological autonomy of the administration.

Final deliverable:
Each team will present its functional prototype and results to a jury of experts composed of specialists in AI and public innovation.

European Innovation Council (EIC) Info Day in Prague, Czechia
2026-03-18 10:30 - 15:30 | European Innovation Council, Prague, Czech Republic
The European Innovation Council (EIC) and the Technology Agency of the Czech Republic, supported by the Technology Centre Prague, are organising an EIC Info Day taking place in Prague, Czechia, on 18 March 2026 at the Technology Agency of the Czech Republic.
The event will present the current EIC Work Programme, providing detailed information on the individual calls and highlighting funding opportunities available to potential applicants.
Participants can attend one of the two parallel sessions and are required to select their preferred session upon registration.
Please note that this event will take place in person only, and spaces are limited.
Check the event programme and register here.
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Horizon Europe Information Day
2026-03-26 09:00 - 14:00 | Esplora Planetarium Hall, Villa Bighi, Kalkara, Malta
Xjenza Malta, acting as National Contact Point (NCP) for Horizon Europe, is organising a Horizon Europe Information Day on 26 March 2026, aimed at providing stakeholders with an overview of the programme and its funding opportunities.
The Info Day is open to researchers, innovators, and organisations interested in participating in Horizon Europe and will present key information relevant to the preparation and submission of proposals.
The Info Day will cover:
• Overview of Horizon Europe and its structure
• Funding opportunities and participation rules
• Application and evaluation processes
• Support services offered by the National Contact Points

ARISA Final Conference
2026-03-26 14:30 - 17:00 | Blankspace, Rue d’Arlon 80, Brussels, Belgium
On 26 March, the Final Conference of the ARISA – Artificial Intelligence Skills Alliance project will take place in Brussels (Belgium). At this event, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the ARISA project, best practices, ARISA Academy courses, and other key outcomes. Partners will present their piloting results, experiences at universities, and feedback from learners.
Why should you attend?
The final conference will provide actionable insights, practical examples, and strategic recommendations to inform future policy initiatives and foster more agile, inclusive, and responsive AI skills ecosystems across Europe.
Discover more about the event and register here.
About ARISA
The EU-funded ARISA project has worked to address one of Europe’s key barriers to AI adoption: the AI skills gap. By developing an AI Skills Strategy for Europe, context-specific curricula, training programmes, and certification approaches. ARISA has supported business leaders, technology specialists, policymakers, and job seekers in building practical, human-centred AI competencies.
Discover more about ARISA.

International Conference on AI in Work, Innovation, Productivity and Skills
2026-03-30 13:30 - 18:30 | online
Featuring 10 live sessions, the fifth OECD international conference on AI in Work, Innovation, Productivity, and Skills (AI-WIPS) will take place over three days from 30 March to 1 April 2026.
The conference will gather leading voices from policy, business, academia, and civil society to examine the impact of AI on employment, skills, productivity, and innovation, and to explore how policymaking can respond. From the rise of Agentic AI to the governance of algorithmic management, we will discuss AI’s impact on productivity, competition, and innovation, as well as its potential to support neurodivergent learners, among many other topics.
Check the agenda and register here.
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Study Intelligent Chips and Systems (ICS) with EIT Digital
2026-03-30 17:00 - 18:00 | online
Are you considering a future in Artificial Intelligence and wondering how human-centred AI, emotion recognition, and affective computing fit into the next wave of digital innovation?
On 30 March 2026, 28 Digital is organising an information webinar for the Master’s Degree in Intelligent Chips and Systems (RESCHIP4EU). A two-year certified and customisable double degree programme in Intelligent Chips and Systems, allowing you to study at two top-tier universities in different European countries.
Participants will hear directly from programme leaders, gain insight from a current student, and engage in a live Q&A session.
Register here for the online event.

Databricks AI Days
2026-04-02 08:00 - 13:30 | Voco Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
On 2 April, Databricks is hosting Databricks AI Days, a free, in-person event where data and application teams will learn how to run analytics on the Lakehouse using AI/BI and Genie, operate applications on Lakebase, and build and deploy AI agents with Agent Bricks—all within a unified platform.
Through a keynote session and a series of deep-dive sessions led by Databricks, participants will learn how:

Their organisation can gain insights from data using Genie through natural language

Applications can be built and operated on Lakebase, tightly integrated with analytics

AI agents can be built, evaluated, and deployed using Agent Bricks on unified data

Discover more.

From Test to Field: Connecting AI, Robotics and Digital Services for Agri-Food SMEs
2026-04-15 14:30 - 17:00
How can innovative technologies such as AI and robotics translate into practical value for agri-food SMEs? On 15 April, join the webinar: From Test to Field: Connecting AI, Robotics and Digital Services for Agri-Food SMEs to find out.
The webinar will focus on the uptake of AI, robotics, and data-driven solutions in the agri-food sector and demonstrate how Testing and Experimentation Facilities (TEFs), European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs), and other initiatives together support the pathway from technology validation to deployment.
The aim is to provide clarity on available services, access points, and how these initiatives complement each other. From Test to Field: Connecting AI, Robotics and Digital Services for Agri-Food SMEs.
Discover more and register for the online webinar.
