European Digital Infrastructure Consortia (EDICs) are dedicated legal entities aiming to implementing EU multi-country projects: They pool EU, national and private resources to achieve progress at a scale that no single member state could do on its own. 

The Annual EDIC Gathering establishes a more structured framework for cooperation between EDICs: It brings together representatives of existing and emerging EDICs, Member States, EU Institutions, industry and other key stakeholders.

The EU-funded project INNOVADE (INNOVAtive DEmocracy through digitalisation) is organising an interactive workshop on 2 December 2025, 09:00–17:00 (CET) at Marivaux Hotel Brussels, Bd Adolphe Max 98, titled Living Lab 4: Co-designing the INNOVADE Digital Democracy Application.

This Data Stewards Bootcamp is organized by FARI – AI for the Common Good Institute (Université libre de Bruxelles & Vrije Universiteit Brussel) and The Data Tank. It is a week-long, hands-on program on how to steward data strategically and responsibly to create smarter, fairer cities and regions. Combining expert-led sessions, interactive workshops, and field visits across Brussels, the bootcamp bridges policy, governance, and technology for better public data use. Participants will learn how to:

The Open Source Observatory (OSOR) is organising an upcoming online webinar dedicated to introducing the Interoperable Europe Act and showcasing OSOR resources that can help public administrations align with its requirements.  

Background

On 16 July, the European Commission unveiled its proposal for the EU budget for the 2028-2034 period, the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF). With new priorities in competitiveness and defence, and Cohesion funds moving to national envelopes, the draft budget represents a significant shift not only in thematic focus but also in overall structure. As the new architecture is taking shape, where does local and regional digital transformation fit in the EU’s evolving funding landscape?

Context:

This year's SEMIC 2025 Conference, organised by the European Commission in partnership with the Danish Presidency of the Council, is taking place on 25-26 November in Copenhagen.

The 2025 conference focuses on "Interoperability for Impact", aligning closely with the objectives of the Interoperable Europe Act. It will showcase how interoperability directly supports EU digital goals, transforming visionary aspirations into tangible realities.

Join the event to explore how cities and regions are shaping Europe’s digital future, and to hear about insights and best practices across the EU.

Background

The EU Digital Identity (EUDI) Wallet, introduced under the new EUDI Framework Regulation adopted in May 2024, aims to let EU citizens store their national eID on mobile devices and link it with documents and services such as driving licenses, payment data, and health certificates.