Internet architecture and decentralised technologies (RIA)

Last updated: 21.7.2025
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This Horizon Europe research and innovation action (RIA) aims to foster the development of a more open, secure, and resilient global Internet. It specifically focuses on advancing internet architecture and decentralised technologies, including Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies, to empower users and strengthen Europe's competitiveness in digital innovation. The program seeks to create a human-centred and ethical digital environment aligned with European values.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the types of entities eligible for funding under this program, focusing on their role in advancing Internet architecture and decentralised technologies. The program targets a broad European and associated country scope, aiming to foster a human-centred and ethical digital environment.

What is Funded

This section details the specific research areas and activities supported by the program, emphasizing advancements in Internet architecture and decentralised technologies. It outlines the scope of eligible costs, particularly highlighting the significant allocation for financial support to third-party projects, and specifies the developmental stages of projects that qualify for funding.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial mechanisms and scale of support offered, emphasizing grants for research and innovation. It details the indicative budget for the topic, the typical and maximum funding amounts for third-party projects, and the expected duration of projects.

Conditions and Requirements

This section details the essential rules and criteria that applicants and funded entities must adhere to, covering everything from application eligibility and consortium formation to budget management and broader policy considerations. Compliance with these conditions is crucial for successful participation and project implementation.

Application Procedure

This section outlines the structured process for submitting proposals, from preparing documentation to the evaluation and award mechanisms. It emphasizes adherence to guidelines provided in official documents and details the method of selection, including specific criteria to ensure a balanced portfolio.

This section identifies the foundational legal documents and regulations that underpin the "Internet architecture and decentralised technologies (RIA)" funding program, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational framework within the broader European funding landscape.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

500,000 € (per third party project)

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

22,000,000 € (indicative budget for this topic)

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

European Union and Associated Countries, as defined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes.

Sectors

Sectors:

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

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

EIT Digital

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