NGI Sargasso @InfoDay on Cascade Funding

NGI Sargasso consortium partner, Sploro, recently organized an engaging Infowebinar focusing on cascade funding opportunities within the EU, specifically centered around ICT topics. This event provided valuable insights and guidance for individuals interested in accessing these funding opportunities, allowing for all questions to be answered by experts in the field.

Some of the Open Calls presented are the following:

  • NGI Sargasso: This program offers two open calls to foster the development of emerging tech-centered projects across transatlantic borders. Successful applicants can receive funding of up to 100,000€.
  • 6G-SANDBOX Project: This initiative has one open call aiming to enlarge and prepare the 6G-SANDBOX experimental infrastructure for advanced experimentation. Funding of up to 180,000€ is available.
  • StandICT.eu: An open call is being offered to contribute to and help create a fully integrated European Standardisation Ecosystem. Funding of up to 60,000€ is available for eligible projects.
  • NGI0 Entrust: Innovators are invited to participate in this open call, which focuses on delivering architectures, protocols, and services to ensure that end-users can exert their rights, such as under the GDPR. Funding of up to 50,000€ is available.

Join NGI Sargasso as an External Evaluator for Open Calls!

NGI Sargasso is thrilled to announce the opening of our call for evaluators to review proposals received under our two ongoing open calls: the general open call and the digital identities open call. This is your opportunity to become a valued member of our pool of external evaluators!

NGI Sargasso is committed to shaping the future of the Next Generation Internet. As an external evaluator, you will join a group of recognized experts in various priority areas, including trust, data sovereignty, digital identity, internet architecture and renovation, decentralized technology, interoperability and standardization, and new internet commons.

For the digital credentials call, we are particularly seeking expertise in technical interoperability, semantic interoperability, legal and regulatory interoperability, governance interoperability, and user experience. Our evaluators will be selected based on their competences and the specific needs of each open call.
Please note that being an external evaluator precludes application to the open calls. We maintain strict standards to ensure no conflict of interest and complete confidentiality throughout the evaluation process.

To be eligible, evaluators should be European or Horizon Europe associated country nationals, including EU Member States, outermost regions, and Overseas Countries and Territories. We welcome specialists from academia or industry with prior experience in evaluating proposals for the European Commission or similar organizations.

As an evaluator, you will be responsible for providing online platform-based evaluations of applications and conducting interviews with candidates within an allocated time slot. Your valuable input will contribute to the selection of the most promising projects that align with NGI Sargasso's mission.

In recognition of your expertise and dedication, we offer remuneration of up to €65 per evaluation for the NGI Sargasso project and the two current open calls. This compensation reflects our appreciation for your time and commitment.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Next Generation Internet. Apply now to become an external evaluator for NGI Sargasso's open calls! The call will close on July 16, 2023, at 17:00 CEST.

Together, let's advance trust, security, and innovation in emerging technologies and pave the way for a more connected and inclusive digital future.

Can't wait to apply? Head to the Evaluators Open call page and start your application now!

https://ngisargasso.eu/evaluators-call/


NGI Sargasso at DES!

NGI Sargasson attended the Digital Business World Congress in Malaga, Spain. This renown event, held between the 13th to the 15th of June, featuring more than 450 renowned international speakers who shared their expertise and insights on a wide range of topics. These distinguished speakers presented success stories, discussed innovative business models, and addressed crucial leadership issues and strategies for successful digital transformation. Attendees could access to over 250 hours of talks, ensuring that they have ample opportunities to learn and engage with industry visionaries.

As the largest congress of its kind, it brings together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators from around the globe. With a jam-packed schedule of insightful presentations, success stories, and interactive discussions, this year's edition promises to provide attendees with the inspiration and knowledge they need to take their businesses to new heights.

This has been one great opportunity for NGI Sargasso, represented by our consortium partner Sploro, to connect with potential candidates and share the wonderful funding opportunities we offer to take promising tech projects to the next level!


NGI Sargasso Infowebinar and Matchmaking Event: A Resounding Success!

We are thrilled to share that our recent Infowebinar and Matchmaking Event held on June 6th, 2023, was a tremendous success! With nearly 150 attendees from the European Union, Canada, and the United States, the event exceeded our expectations and showcased the vibrant and diverse community of innovators and entrepreneurs.

During the event, attendees actively engaged with one another, fostering meaningful connections and collaborations. The matchmaking session proved to be particularly fruitful, as participants had the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals in their respective areas of interest. It was truly inspiring to witness the energy and enthusiasm as participants found their perfect match, forming partnerships that have the potential to drive groundbreaking projects in the field of Next Generation Internet.

We are excited to see the impact of these new collaborations as participants work together to submit their applications for our funding opportunity. The level of interest and commitment demonstrated by the attendees reaffirms our belief in the power of collaboration and innovation.

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all the attendees for their active participation and for making the event a memorable one. We are confident that the connections made during the Infowebinar and Matchmaking Event will pave the way for transformative projects that push the boundaries of the Next Generation Internet.

If you missed the event or want to revisit the valuable information shared, we will be sending out an email to all participants with the recording of the Infowebinar. Stay tuned for this opportunity to catch up on the insights and recommendations provided by our team.

But the excitement doesn't end here! We invite you to mark your calendars for the next Infowebinar and Matchmaking Event, which will take place on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm (CEST). Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to connect with potential collaborators and learn more about our funding opportunities.

Thank you once again for your enthusiasm and commitment to driving innovation. Together, we will continue to shape the future of the Next Generation Internet and create a lasting positive impact.

 


NGI Sargasso at the South Summit in Madrid!

Our esteemed consortium partners Mobile World Capital Barcelona and Sploro, had the pleasure of showcasing our groundbreaking funding opportunity at the highly anticipated South Summit event in Madrid from June 7th to June 9th, 2023.

Throughout the event, our partner Mobile World Capital Barcelona strategically displayed NGI Sargasso banners, attracting the attention of many potential candidates to our funding opportunity. In addition, dedicated members from Sploro and MWC engaged with attendees, distributing informative flyers and engaging in insightful conversations with interested individuals.

The South Summit event brought together thousands of innovators and entrepreneurs from around the world, fostering a vibrant atmosphere of idea exchange, knowledge sharing, and meaningful connections. NGI Sargasso aimed to make a significant impact by offering a funding opportunity like no other, providing aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators with the resources they need to drive innovation and create positive change.

If you missed the event, don't worry! Stay tuned for future updates and opportunities to engage with NGI Sargasso. We are excited to continue our mission of fostering innovation and collaboration in the Next Generation Internet landscape.

Thank you to everyone who attended and showed interest in our funding initiative at the South Summit event. Together, let's shape the future of innovation and make a lasting impact!

 


NGI Sargasso at the AIOTI Open Call Opportunities Webinar

We are delighted to announce that NGI Sargasso, will be presented today, 7th June 2023, at the AIOTI event focused on presenting Open Call Opportunities. Our consortium partner, AUSTRALO, will proudly present NGI Sargasso's vision, objectives and funding opportunities to an esteemed audience of industry experts and innovators.

AIOTI (Alliance for IoT and Edge computing innovation) is renowned for bringing together key players from the IoT and Edge computing sectors to facilitate knowledge exchange, collaborative efforts, and groundbreaking advancements.

As NGI Sargasso takes the stage, we aim to leverage this platform to highlight our initiatives and engage with stakeholders and potential applicants who share our passion for driving Next Generation Internet innovation. As we engage with influential stakeholders and other interesting funding opportunities in the field, we are eager to explore synergies, exchange knowledge, and shape the future of IoT and Edge computing innovation.

Stay tunes for more events like this!

 


NGI Sargasso Survey #1

NGI Sargasso Survey #1

Ready to take the internet to the next level?

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So if you're a tech expert passionate about
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Let's shape the future of the internet together!

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