What is DIGITAL?
The Digital Europe Programme (DIGITAL) is a flagship initiative of the European Union, aimed at driving the continent’s digital transformation.
With a budget exceeding €7.9 billion, DIGITAL seeks to strengthen Europe’s digital infrastructure by investing in six key areas such: supercomputing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, advanced digital skills and, most recently, semiconductors.
These investments are designed to empower Europe’s business, public administrations, and citizens to thrive in the digital age.
DIGITAL's strategic importance
The COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing geopolitical challenges have underlined the vulnerabilities in Europe’s digital supply chains. DIGITAL’s mission is to fortify Europe’s resilience and technological sovereignty, ensuring that critical digital infrastructure and technologies are not reliant on external sources. By doing so, DIGITAL supports the EU’s broader goals, including digital autonomy, green transitions, and economic competitiveness on the global stage.
The role of Dissemination and Exploitation
For Europe to fully benefit from these innovations, effective Dissemination & Exploitation (D&E) strategies are essential.
Dissemination involves raising awareness about the projects and ensuring that their results reach the right audiences, whether they be policymakers, industry leaders, or general public.
Exploitation, on the other hand, focused on how these results are applied - be it through commercialisation, influencing policy, or advancing public services. D&E is critical for ensuring that the outcomes of DIGITAL-funded projects have a lasting impact.