- Posted 03-Jul-2020
European Commission launches new system for identifying public-funded innovations with disruptive potential
The European Commission launched a first-of-a kind indicator system that identifies public-funded innovations with disruptive potential. The new system – the Market Creation Potential Indicator - was developed by the Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) and offers citizens and other stakeholders a novel way to navigate the outputs of Horizon 2020 – the EU’s Research and Innovation programme – and the opportunities they present to create new markets.
- Posted 03-Jul-2020
Commission takes further steps to promote European audiovisual works and protect vulnerable viewers
The Commission adopted guidelines to help Member States implement the revised Audiovisual Media Services Directive. The guidelines will offer a practical tool to ensure the promotion of European works in media content, thereby supporting cultural diversity and greater choice for European consumers.
- Posted 03-Jul-2020
ENISA launches public consultation for first candidate cybersecurity certification scheme
The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity, ENISA, launched a month-long public consultation for the first candidate cybersecurity certification scheme, the Common Criteria based European cybersecurity certification scheme (EUCC). The scheme aims to replace the existing schemes operating under the SOG-IS MRA for ICT products, to add new elements and to extend the scope to cover all EU Member States.
- Posted 02-Jul-2020
Commission launches Youth Employment Support: a bridge to jobs for the next generation
The European Commission is taking action to give young people all possible opportunities to develop their full potential to shape the future of the EU, and thrive in the green and digital transitions. The coronavirus pandemic has emphasised the often difficult start many young people face in the labour market.
- Posted 02-Jul-2020
Commission presents European Skills Agenda for sustainable competitiveness, social fairness and resilience
The Commission presented the European Skills Agenda for sustainable competitiveness, social fairness and resilience. It sets ambitious, quantitative objectives for upskilling and reskilling to be achieved within the next 5 years.