EIT legislation advances in Council and Parliament
The EU Member States and European Parliament advance legislation on the European Institute of Innovation and Technology, strengthening openness and governance.
Innovation
EU puts innovation at heart of industrial strategy
EU prioritises skills, investment in technology and innovation in its industrial strategy focused on a strong and fair green and digital transition.
European Innovation Council has Green Ambitions
At least €300 million in grants and equity available for game-changing innovations to help achieve the EUs climate ambitions.
Europe’s Digital Strategy Unveiled
The European Commission (EC) released a package of proposals laying out the European strategy to unleash the digital potential of Europe.
EIT-JRC report explores links between KICs and RIS3
The EIT and the JRC jointly investigate the collaboration between EIT KICs and national and regional funding authorities within Smart Specialisation Strategies.
The EU steps up its space innovation and research
The EC concluded agreements with the European Investment Bank and the European Space Agency, allowing Europe to boost its space research and investment.
Court of Auditors evaluates SME Instrument
The audit finds that the SME Instrument has proven effective in supporting innovation, but issues recommendations for its successor under Horizon Europe.
IPR protection: China remains 1st priority for EU
In its latest report on the protection and enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights abroad, the EC identifies countries on which to focus future EU action.
Strong stakeholder support for EU digital priorities
Stakeholders from across Europe are backing the priorities of the Digital Europe Programme, in particular supporting advanced digital skills.
EC selects first companies for equity investments
European Commission selects 75 companies with scale-up potential. Half were awarded direct equity investments for the first time.