NGI SARGASSO Newsletter - October 2023
Welcome to NGI Sargasso's second newsletter!
We aim to bridge gaps and foster collaboration across borders between the EU, the US, and Canada, catalzying transatlantic collaboration on NGI technologies and services.
We're supporting up to 96 projects with funding of up to 100,000€ and capacity building services.
Our consortium includes partners: European Science Foundation, Mobile World Capital Barcelona, SPLORO, and AUSTRALO.
Interested in applying but have further questions? The NGI Sargasso team is hosting a webinar to provide valuable guidance for potential applicants to the funding program on the 24th of October 2023 at 16:00 CEST / 09:00 CDT. The session will consist of two parts:
- The first part will feature an overview of the available benefits, the application process, and the selection criteria.
- In the second part, there will be a dedicated matchmaking session to help you find a transatlantic partner.
REGISTER here.
News & Events
- NGI Sargasso OPEN CALL 2 Launched!
- NGI Sargasso at MWC Las Vegas 2023: Your Gateway to Transatlantic Technological Collaboration
- NGI Sargasso and the #FreeWebSearch Movement: Forging a Transatlantic Vision for the Future of the Internet
- Introducing the Winners of the 1st Open Call
NGI FORUM: Invitation to Join Us at NGI Forum 2023: Unlocking the Power of Digital Commons
The Next Generation Internet (NGI) initiative proudly announces the NGI Forum 2023, a European Commission flagship event set to explore the key drivers for the future of the Internet. The NGI Forum 2023 is a hybrid event that will take place on November 15-16 in Brussels, and it promises to be a vibrant gathering of innovators, policymakers, researchers, industry leaders, and users alike.
The NGI Forum 2023 is designed as a dynamic hub for visionary thinkers, policymakers, and technologists to delve into the forefront of Europe's digital transformation. At its core, the forum places the spotlight on the concept of Digital Commons which is particularly crucial for Europe, as it fosters equitable access to information, fuels innovation, and bolsters digital sovereignty.
The NGI Forum 2023 features a comprehensive agenda encompassing European policy, innovation trends, and NGI initiatives. It delves into a wide range of topics, including digital commons, digital identity, quantum internet, large language models, decentralised social media, and open source supply chain security.
For more information and registration, visit the website NGI Forum 2023.
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NGI Sargasso OPEN CALL 2 Launched!
We are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated launch of our NGI Sargasso Open Call! This is an exciting opportunity for innovative minds, entrepreneurs, academics and tech enthusiasts to shape the future of the internet.
We aim to support groundbreaking projects that leverage emerging technologies and services delivered by transatlantic teams to foster cross-border collaboration. Get ready to embark on a transformative journey as we invite you to submit your visionary project proposals and get up to €100,000 in equity-free funding.
What areas of knowledge are we looking for?
Selected projects will have the opportunity to secure up to €100,000 in equity-free funding. This substantial support can serve as a catalyst to bring your ideas to life, enabling you to overcome obstacles and scale your innovations. But it doesn’t stop there! The NGI program offers much more than just funding. It provides a supportive ecosystem, mentorship opportunities, and access to a vast network of like-minded individuals and organizations. Together, we can drive the Next Generation Internet forward and make a lasting impact.
How to Apply?
Getting started is easy! Follow the right link for you below:
EU APPLICANTS
USA & CANADIAN APPLICANTS
Take the time to review the eligibility criteria and guidelines to ensure a successful application. Remember, the deadline for submissions is approaching, so don’t delay. Seize the opportunity to shape the future of the internet and contribute to a brighter digital landscape.
Need more information? Doubts to clear?
Join our INFOWEBINAR and MATCHMAKING event on the 24th October!
NGI Sargasso's Inaugural Onboarding Session: A New Era of Transatlantic Collaboration
The digital age promises not only the growth of technology but also the intermingling of cultures and ideas. And in the heart of this evolution, NGI Sargasso held its inaugural onboarding session, marking the commencement of an exciting transatlantic endeavor.
The session opened with a warm welcome to our first open call beneficiaries. These innovators, chosen for their groundbreaking ideas and team-player spirit, are about to embark on a journey that will change the way technology is perceived and utilized across continents.
At the core of the support that NGI Sargasso will provide these project lies the OnCampus program. This program is not just about advancing tech projects. It's about creating a space where innovation professionals come together, where entrepreneurship is celebrated, and where each project gets the impetus it requires to make a global mark. The program's main goals were articulated to our beneficiaries, setting the tone for the forthcoming months:
- Cross-Collaboration and Networking: The essence of innovation often lies in collaboration. By fostering a space where beneficiaries can connect, share, and grow, the OnCampus program envisions a web of ideas that traverses oceans.
- Excellence and Impact Recognition: Every project deserves its moment in the sun. With a keen focus on recognizing excellence and gauging real-world impact, the program ensures that every innovative spark gets the acknowledgment it warrants.
- Business-Minded Support: Beyond ideation, the transformation of a project into a sustainable business model is crucial. Beneficiaries are provided with the necessary guidance and resources to think beyond the project, considering scalability and profitability.
- Global Exposure: In today's interconnected world, a local idea can have global repercussions. Through the OnCampus program, each project is given the platform to be showcased on an international stage.
The timeline of activities was meticulously laid out, ensuring each beneficiary understands the roadmap ahead. This timeline will serve as the backbone of the program, guiding projects from their infancy to global prominence.
Of course, with great innovation comes accountability. The session delved into the specifics of KPIs and payments, ensuring that beneficiaries are equipped to meet the requisite standards and understand the financial scaffolding supporting their endeavors.
Effective communication remains the linchpin of any successful project. Beneficiaries were introduced to the Communication Guide—a comprehensive manual designed to streamline interactions, and create an online community on social channels to advance the dissemination of the future groundbreaking technologies that will come from the completion of the program.
The "Meet the Team" segment was particularly heartwarming. Our team, comprising industry veterans and enthusiastic young minds, is the bedrock on which the OnCampus program stands. Beneficiaries got a firsthand introduction, forging the initial bonds that will only strengthen in the coming months.
The session concluded with an interactive question segment. Beneficiaries, brimming with curiosity and ambition, sought clarifications, insights, and advice, making it evident that the fire of innovation is burning bright.
As the sun set on our inaugural onboarding session, it marked the beginning of countless sunrises. Sunrises that promise new ideas, collaborations, and a transatlantic tech revolution. Welcome aboard, innovators! The future awaits.
NGI Sargasso at MWC Las Vegas 2023: Your Gateway to Transatlantic Technological Collaboration
In the electric atmosphere of MWC Las Vegas 2023, NGI Sargasso emerged not just as another participant, but as a beacon for ambitious tech innovators eyeing the transatlantic digital frontier. Championed by our consortium partner MWC, our message was resounding: NGI Sargasso is your access point to the next generation Internet transatlantic innovation ecosystem. Throughout this dynamic week, our primary objective was direct and impactful engagement with potential U.S. applicants, showcasing our funding opportunity awaiting them across the Atlantic.
This year's MWC Las Vegas illuminated the future of technology with themes like 5G Acceleration and the emerging Age of AI. Amidst these technological tidal waves, NGI Sargasso stood distinct, inviting innovators to be a part of a collaborative journey that transcends borders. We emphasized the potential of joining forces with Europe's finest, leveraging the latest in 5G, AI, Digital Integration, and Enterprise Mobility to create disruptive solutions. To the spirited American tech community, our proposition was clear: Why just be a spectator when you can be at the epicenter of innovation? Especially when NGI Sargasso is offering a golden ticket - Apply to our open calls and secure up to €100,000 for your project!
But beyond the lucrative offers and technical jargons, our presence at MWC Las Vegas 2023 was rooted in a genuine desire to build bridges, to merge the American spirit of enterprise with European finesse. For NGI Sargasso, this event wasn't just an exhibition; it was a clarion call to tech enthusiasts, startups, and innovators from the U.S. — inviting them to be part of a grand transatlantic narrative, and to co-author the next chapter of the internet's evolution with us.