EIC Accelerator October 2024 results Carolina AragonesesSettings In the latest 2024 cut-off, 71 companies were selected for funding from a highly competitive pool of 1,211 submitted proposals. Of these, 431 applicants advanced to the jury interviews. This round marked the most competitive funding cycle since the launch of the Accelerator under Horizon Europe, with an … Read more
News on the European Multiannual Financial Framework 2028-2034 Óscar SalazarSettings The Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) is the long-term budget of the European Union (EU), which sets spending limits for different policy areas over a given period, usually seven years. Currently, the current MFF runs from 2021 to 2027 and discussions for the next period 2028-2034 … Read more
The European competitiveness compass: unlocking new investment opportunities Andreu RodellasSettings The European Union is at a critical juncture in its economic trajectory. With mounting global competition and the accelerating pace of technological advancement, maintaining Europe’s industrial and economic leadership requires bold actions and strategic investments. The recent unveiling of the European Competitiveness Compass by the … Read more
Artificial Intelligence IPR protection: Your shield and spear Flavio NucciarelliSettings Intellectual Property (IP) rights play a crucial role in protecting your business. They act as both a shield and a spear, boosting exclusivity, building customer trust, and attracting investments by securing a strong position in niche markets. IP rights are typically categorized into three groups: … Read more
EDF 2025 Call: Shaping the future of european defence Marie LatourSettings The European Defence Fund (EDF) 2025 call represents a pivotal moment for the European defence industry, fostering innovation and collaboration across a broad spectrum of defence technologies. With a budget of €1.065 billion, the latest work programme targets 33 research and development topics aimed … Read more
How to prepare for EIC Accelerator pitch Interviews: A guide to effective responses Elena PerezSettings The most interesting program for SMEs and startups is undoubtedly the EIC Accelerator, as it is the first financing instrument to combine up to €2.5 million in grants with up to €10 million in equity to support commercial activities and … Read more
EIC Accelerator 2025: a sustainable and technologically advanced Europe Elena PerezSettings The European Innovation Council (EIC) has announced its EIC Accelerator challenges for 2025, offering a total budget of €250 million to support start-ups and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) developing groundbreaking technologies. With the European Union’s Green Deal and digital transformation goals at the forefront, these … Read more
Driving the EU’s Green Transition: Innovation Fund Launches New Calls for Proposals David García ArrateSettings The European Union has once again solidified its position as a global leader in climate innovation by launching a series of exciting funding opportunities under the Innovation Fund. Designed to accelerate the deployment of groundbreaking low-carbon technologies, these new calls … Read more
EIC announces €300M STEP scale up call for scaling Europe’s strategic tech innovations Elena PerezSettings The European Innovation Council Announces €300M STEP Scale up Call for Scaling Europe’s Strategic Tech Innovations The Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform (STEP) is a European Union initiative aimed at advancing critical technologies within Europe to reduce strategic dependencies and … Read more
New EIC 2025 work program Telmo DiezSettings Over €1.4 Billion for Strategic Innovation and Scaling Up Europe’s Breakthrough Technologies The European Innovation Council (EIC) has officially launched and adopted its much-anticipated Work Programme for 2025, unveiling a €1.4 billion budget to drive forward groundbreaking innovations and accelerate the growth of high-impact European companies. With strategic … Read more