Internet architecture and decentralised technologies (RIA)

Last updated: 18.7.2025
Grant

The "Internet Architecture and Decentralised Technologies (RIA)" program, part of Horizon Europe, aims to evolve the internet into a more secure, resilient, and human-centric digital environment. It specifically supports advanced research and innovation in internet architecture and decentralised technologies like Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT), fostering European competitiveness and open strategic autonomy. The program uniquely emphasizes open source and open hardware development, encouraging a broad ecosystem of innovators.

Who is Funded and Program Objectives

The program targets a broad range of innovators and research entities across Europe and associated countries, with the overarching goal of fostering a human-centred and ethical digital future by advancing core internet and decentralised technologies. It supports the development of technologies aligned with European social and ethical values, contributing to inclusiveness and sustainable, high-quality job creation.

What is Funded: Scope and Focus Areas

This program funds cutting-edge research and innovation focused on improving the Internet's foundational architecture and advancing decentralised technologies. The scope covers two main research areas aimed at addressing current limitations and building a more trustworthy, efficient, and environmentally friendly digital environment, with a strong emphasis on real-life applications.

Type and Scope of Funding

The program primarily offers grant funding through a Research and Innovation Action (RIA) model, characterized by a cascade funding approach where a significant portion of the main grant is redistributed to smaller third-party projects. This structure is designed to mobilize a wide range of innovators and academic groups, fostering a broad ecosystem of research and development.

Conditions and Requirements for Participation

The program outlines key rules, regulations, and specific conditions for applicants and beneficiaries, drawing extensively from the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes. Notable requirements include mandatory consortium formation, a significant allocation of funding to third parties via open calls, and a strong emphasis on open source and open hardware development.

Application Procedure

The application procedure for this Research and Innovation Action (RIA) program involved a single-stage submission process that is now closed. The evaluation adhered to specific criteria and timelines outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes, ensuring a structured and fair assessment of proposals.

The program is founded on a comprehensive legal framework established under Horizon Europe, drawing its authority from various EU regulations and program-specific decisions. This ensures transparency and adherence to European financial and research policies.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

500,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

22,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

05.04.2022

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union, Associated Countries, Third Countries

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Research and Development, Green Technology, Financial Technology, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Commercialization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Other

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Commission

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