Next Generation Internet Fund (RIA)

Last updated: 21.7.2025
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The Next Generation Internet Fund (RIA) under Horizon Europe aims to foster a human-centred and ethical digital environment. This program uniquely prioritizes the development of a trustworthy, resilient, and decentralized internet, promoting European values and industrial leadership through cutting-edge research and innovation.

Who is Funded

This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its overarching objectives to promote a human-centric digital future. It highlights the types of entities that can apply and the regions where projects are expected to have an impact.

What is Funded

This section outlines the specific types of projects, thematic areas, and activities supported by the Next Generation Internet Fund (RIA). It details the technological focus, the nature of eligible costs, and the developmental stages of projects that qualify for funding.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial details of the Next Generation Internet Fund (RIA), including the form of financial support, the available funding amounts, and the expected project durations.

Conditions and Requirements

This section details the key conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to when participating in the Next Generation Internet Fund (RIA). It covers administrative stipulations, collaboration rules, and specific budgetary provisions.

Application Procedure

This section outlines the procedural steps for applying to the Next Generation Internet Fund (RIA), including the submission process, the evaluation criteria, and how applications are assessed.

This section identifies the foundational legal documents and overarching regulations that authorize and govern the Next Generation Internet Fund (RIA), providing insight into its operational framework.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

27,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

27,000,000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union member states and associated countries. International cooperation is prioritized with Japan, the Republic of Korea, Singapore (Indo-Pacific region), sub-Saharan Africa, and Latin America.

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Energy Production and Supply, Healthcare, Education and Vocational Training, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Scaling

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) and its Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs), particularly EIT Digital and EIT Manufacturing; the 'AI, Data and Robotics' co-programmed Partnership. Supporting entities for broader impact include European Digital Innovation Hubs, European Social Fund +, and the InvestEU Fund.

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