⚡ CEF Energy - €600M call for energy infrastructure projects
The European Commission has launched a new €600 million call under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF Energy) to support cross-border energy infrastructure projects.
The funding targets projects in electricity grids, hydrogen, CO₂ networks and smart energy systems, strengthening Europe’s energy security and accelerating the clean energy transition.
Source: European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency
🤖 Horizon Europe - 250 proposals submitted for digital call
The Horizon Europe Cluster 4 digital call (HORIZON-CL4-2026-05) attracted 250 proposals, reflecting strong demand for EU funding in AI, robotics and advanced materials.
The results demonstrate high interest in next-generation AI applications, intelligent robotics and innovative materials, with evaluation outcomes expected in July 2026.
Source: European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA)
🛡️ European Defence - Commission partners with EDA on BraveTech EU
The European Commission has partnered with the European Defence Agency to launch BraveTech EU, an initiative aimed at accelerating defence innovation.
The collaboration focuses on supporting startups, SMEs and dual-use technologies, strengthening Europe’s defence ecosystem and technological readiness.
Source: Defence Industry and Space
📜 Digital Services Act - Commission urges Croatia to comply
The European Commission has issued a formal notice to Croatia for failing to fully comply with the Digital Services Act (DSA) requirements.
The case highlights the need for effective national enforcement structures and regulatory alignment, ensuring proper oversight of online platforms across the EU.
Source: Shaping Europe’s digital future
💶 Horizon Europe - €22M for Widening participation calls
The European Commission has launched €22 million across three Horizon Europe calls under the “Widening participation and spreading excellence” programme.
The funding includes ERA Fellowships (€8M), Teaming Synergies (€7M) and a Research Management Facility (€7M), supporting researcher mobility, Centres of Excellence collaboration and institutional capacity building in Widening countries.
Source: European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency