Funding Opportunities

European competition addressed to startups, SMEs, R&D teams, universities and technology centres developing solutions based on generative artificial intelligence (GenAI). The call features four challenges focused on agricultural robotics, AI-assisted design and simulation, the enhancement of clinical imaging datasets, and the validation of autonomus driving systems. The competition is divided into two phases: the first phase (TRL 1-2), in which five projects per challenge will each receive a €28,500 prize, and the second phase (TRL 4-5), in which one winning project per challenge will receive a €100,000 prize.

European call targeting startups, SMEs, and research organisations with advanced-stage AI products (TRL ≥ 7), aimed at integrating and deploying solutions within the AI-on-Demand platform. The programme offers up to €60,000 for AI Providers (and up to €15,000 for AI Adopters), distributed across three stages, along with full technical integration into the platform and marketplace, expert mentorship throughout the process, and visibility at industry events across Europe. Solutions must be delivered in a containerised format, and entities must be registered in the EU or in countries associated with DIGITAL Europe.

distributed across 7 strategic lines to strengthen cybersecurity capabilities and technologies in the EU. Key actions include support for AI-powered cybersecurity tools for SMEs (CYBER-11-AI4SME, €20M), the development of generative AI systems and threat detection (CYBER-11-CYBERAI, €15M), and adaptation to new regulations (CYBER-11-EULEG, €20M). Initiatives are subject to security requirements pursuant to Art. 12(5) of the DIGITAL Europe programme.

The European Digital Connectivity Awards 2026 recognise outstanding projects supporting Europe’s Digital Decade connectivity objectives. Projects of all sizes and from the public or private sector can apply under three categories: gigabit-ready infrastructure, bridging the digital divide, and cross-border and international connectivity.

It is a national call open to startups, SMEs, and research teams working in AI and Deep Tech, who will be able to propose solutions to the challenges set by corporations such as AstraZeneca, Werfen, TMB, and Banc Sabadell in areas including mobility, health, energy, infrastructure, and sustainability.

Technology exploration grant call to support business projects in early innovation stages, aimed at validating the potential of new technologies before making a significant investment. Grants cover up to 75% of eligible costs, with a maximum of €30,000 per project, and an implementation period of up to 10 months from the call closure, including a 60% upfront payment without the need for guarantees.

European programme aimed at women-led deep tech startups. The call offers up to €75,000 in non-dilutive funding, together with a tailored business development programme including one-to-one mentoring, training, connections with investors and corporates, and international networking opportunities. The objective is to foster the growth and competitiveness of innovative women-led startups across Europe, with 40% of the budget reserved for companies based in Widening regions.