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Official call identifier: HORIZON-CL3-2027-02-CS-ECCC-01
Objective of the call
The objective of this call is to advance the development of trustworthy and resilient artificial intelligence solutions for cybersecurity applications. The call focuses on improving real-time threat detection, enhancing adaptive defence mechanisms, and reducing system recovery times, while ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks such as the AI Act.
Scope of activities
Projects should focus on the development and validation of AI-driven cybersecurity solutions. This includes real-time threat detection using advanced machine learning techniques, adaptive AI systems capable of evolving with emerging cyber threats, and AI-enhanced Security Operation Centres (SOCs) integrating predictive analytics and automation. Proposals should also address risks related to adversarial AI, ensuring robustness, transparency, and regulatory compliance. The use of different types of AI, including generative AI, is encouraged within cybersecurity contexts.
Eligible applicants
- Innovative SMEs, startups and enterprises aiming to scale and strengthen competitiveness
- Public-sector organisations driving transformation and societal impact
- Research and academic institutions commercialising knowledge
- Non-profit organisations delivering purpose-driven innovation
- Organisations based in EU Member States or Associated Countries (described in General Annex A, General Annex B, General Annex C)
- Minimum 3 independent partners from 3 eligible countries
Specific consortium we are looking for:
Consortia should include cybersecurity experts, AI developers, and organisations operating Security Operation Centres or cyber hubs. Participation of research institutions specialising in machine learning and adversarial AI, as well as industry partners providing real-world cybersecurity use cases and infrastructure, is expected. Expertise in regulatory compliance, particularly related to the AI Act, is also relevant.
Eligible costs
Eligible costs will take the form of a lump sum contribution under the Horizon Europe Lump Sum Model Grant Agreement.
Funding conditions
Type of action:
Research and Innovation Actions (RIA)
Funding rate:
Up to 100% of total eligible costs
EU contribution per project:
Around EUR 4,000,000 - 5,000,000
Number of funded projects:
Up to 5 projects
Project duration:
Typically 36 months
Deadline for submission
15 September 2027