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BREAKING EUROPE'S DIGITAL FRONTIERS

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The event will feature a series of debates with high-profile speakers and business-oriented sessions where SMEs’ digital solutions will foster synergies among companies.

about

The summit will bring together European SMEs and leading voices from the policy, business, academic and civil society communities to

Discuss the role of SMEs as enablers of digital innovation

Outline actions for European digital leadership and initiatives to help SMEs thrive in the Digital Single Market

Showcase SMEs’ digital solutions and promote matchmaking

Throughout eight panels, the 2024 edition brought together international leading voices from the policy, business, academic and civil society communities to discuss the latest tech developments for SMEs.

More than 300 in-person participants attended and contributed to the foundation of a new tech paradigm, stressing the crucial need for the core-creation of a European digital infrastructure.

what to expect

SESSIONS

Bringing together leading voices from the policy, business, academic and civil society communities

SPEAKERS

Discussing topics related to the digital revolution defining our times

INDUSTRIAL ECOSYSTEMS

Represented through all sessions and discussions

ATTENDEES

In-person participants witnessing and contributing to the new digital paradigm

MATCHMAKING HOURS

Dedicated to innovators to match potential business partners, investors and collaborators

the panels

Towards a European Digital New Deal

Setting the priorities for the new EU mandate

SBS Forum on ICT Standardisation

Strengthening Europe's Standardisation Expertise through Education

Successful EU-African joint ventures in the digital sector

Opportunities or collaboration and transfer of knowhow

Towards a European Digital Public Infrastructure

Fostering Digital Resilience in the Era of Economic Security

Mastering the Path to the Green and Digital Transition

Pioneering Emerging Technologies for Europe's Digital Sovereignty

matchmaking platform

The matchmaking sessions are designed to bring together stakeholders interested in exploring synergies and discussing event topics in depth. If you are looking for future project partners, specific products or services for your organisation, as well as just a discussion with like-minded organisations this is the place for you!

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DIGITAL SME awards

green category

Tech SMEs recognised in this category have embraced environmental responsibility and demonstrated that technology can be a force for positive change by developing solutions that have a positive climate impact.

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society category

It recognises SMEs that have made remarkable contributions to society, going beyond mere business success, achieving positive social well-being and inclusiveness.

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skills category

It celebrates exceptional projects, stories, and initiatives promoting digital skills in Europe. It recognises SMEs endorsing digital skills for education (EdTech), and fostering digital upskilling and reskilling in the workforce.

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EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL COMMITTEE (EESC)

Committed to European integration, the EESC contributes to strengthening the democratic legitimacy and effectiveness of the European Union by enabling civil society organisations from the Member States to express their views at European level.