Eleonora Petrova & Maria Mayorova 

Izabel Todorova & Maria Diaz

Elena Sergova & Stefano Valentino

Marieta Kostadinova & Ilaria D’Anna

Miroslava Petrova & Rodrigo Sáenz-Messía Urquizu

Ardino Municipality hosted a national training focused on the digital transformation of the industry, under Danube DNA project. Video and Pictures are available. 

Key Takeaways, Pictures and Video from the Webinar DIGITIS.ME under the DANUBE DNA project

Silicon Europe Alliance gathers at SEMICON and  highlights key areas for the future of our industry and  fosters collaboration across European clusters  

• Silicon Europe Alliance met during the SEMICON event where discussed key  topics to move forward the alliance and contribute to maintain European  sovereignty in the fields of microelectronics, components and systems 
• A meeting of the Silicon Euroclusters project was also held during the  gathering and had the opportunity to organize a European Workshop during  the SEMICON event with great participation. 
• The ambition of the alliance is to foster cooperation and innovation across  all Europe, helping cluster members to accelerate their R&D and business  connections thanks to the cross-fertilization of ecosystems. 

18th November 2024 – The Silicon Europe Alliance participated in the SEMICON event,  organizing a collaborative meeting focused on spotlighting the future of the electronics industry  and fostering partnerships across European clusters. Most cluster representatives of the alliance  were part of this gathering and had the opportunity to discuss about key topics such as European  projects, international business development, skills development or communication initiatives  among others.  

SEMICON also provided the perfect placement for the Silicon Eurocluster project, a key  initiative from the Silicon Europe Alliance, to showcase significant advancements and share the  project’s results with partners and stakeholders. In this context, a dedicated European workshop  was held, where attendees gained insights into the tangible achievements of the Eurocluster  project. This included the unveiling of a comprehensive booklet featuring 12 innovative projects  funded and developed under the Eurocluster initiative. The booklet, now available on the  project’s website, details the benefits and impactful results of each project, reflecting the  collaborative effort toward advancing Europe’s electronics sector. 

One of the highlights of the Eurocluster’s efforts is the development of a Resilience Plan, aimed  at establishing optimal conditions for Silicon Eurocluster partners and the EU’s broader  electronics value chains. The plan is designed to empower organizations to implement cutting edge digital technologies and adopt greener, more sustainable practices. By fostering resilience  and maintaining robust interconnectivity, this initiative supports partners in adapting to potential  emergencies or economic challenges, strengthening the sector’s ability to navigate future  disruptions. 

Through events like SEMICON, the Silicon Europe Alliance continues to advance the EU’s  electronics industry, ensuring it remains competitive, resilient, and well-prepared for the digital  and green transition.

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About Silicon Europe Alliance 

Silicon Europe Alliance is a Europe-wide network of 12 leading cluster partners, focused on  SMEs and including organizations from industry, research, and the public sector. We bring  together >2000 (number to be updated) specialists in innovative electronics to solve challenges  and deliver sustainable solutions for the future. 

About Eurocluster Project 

The Eurocluster Project is a collaborative initiative focused on strengthening the European economy by supporting SMEs through innovation, skills development, and cross-sectoral collaboration. By connecting clusters across Europe, the project aims to drive sustainable growth and competitiveness in various industries. 

with the participation of 10 clusters from France, the Netherlands, Italy, Germany, Portugal,  Austria, Sweden, Bulgaria and Spain and 

Participant clusters: 

• Minalogic Cluster
• GAIA
• High Tech NL
• Mesap Innovation Cluster
• Mobile Heights
• Secured Communicating Solutions (SCS) CLUSTER
• Silicon Alps Cluster
• Silicon Saxony
• e. V.
• TICE.PT
• ICT Cluster

Silicon Europe Alliance and Project Website: https://www.silicon-europe.eu/home/

“Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the  author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or [name of the  granting authority]. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held  responsible for them.” 

DIGITIS-ME - Let's go Digital in Manufacturing, 
Date: 22.11.2024, 11:00 - 13:00 EET (Bulgarian TIME)
Register Now https://forms.gle/PPYkxZAoqps911jj7

The Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC), the most significant international event for cities and innovative solutions, will take place from November 5 to 7 in Barcelona. This year, the event promises to blend the physical space with the digital world, creating a unique experience for participants.

We expect over 24,000 professionals from more than 800 cities and more than 600 international speakers to share their visions for building a more sustainable and livable urban future. SCEWC will serve as a key platform for the exchange of ideas and innovations, gathering experts and leaders from the most innovative cities, companies, research centers, and international organizations.

This year’s focus will be on eight main topics addressing the most pressing challenges faced by modern cities:

• Enabling Technologies
• Energy and Environment
• Mobility
• Governance
• Living and Inclusion
• Economy
• Infrastructure and Buildings
• Safety and Security

All companies participating in projects funded by the AIBC EUROCLUSTERS Project are invited.

As a key partner in both projects—MetaCities Excellence Hub in South-Eastern Europe and AIBC EUROCLUSTERS Project, the ICT Cluster will also be on-site to answer your questions and showcase its innovations.

Don’t miss the opportunity to join this significant event! For more information, visit www.smartcityexpo.com.

The fourth edition of Tech Park Talks by Sofia Tech Park will take place on 31 October 2024

Technology in the battle against fake news and misinformation is the theme of the episode, which is produced in partnership with Out Loud Foundation

The new edition of Tech Park Talks - The Guardians: Science and Technology Protecting The Truth will focus on one of the most pressing and important issues of modern society - fake news and online misinformation, as well as on the role of science and technology in preventing the spread of malicious information and counteracting its effects.

The fourth episode of Sofia Tech Park's technology, business and science series- Tech Park Talks will take place on 31 October 2024 at 19.00 in the Innovation Forum "John Atanasoff" of the Science and Technology Park.

Leading Bulgarian specialists in cybersecurity, information and communication technologies, journalists and media experts will be speakers at the event:

• Georgi Sharkov PhD - Head of the Cybersecurity Lab at Sofia Tech Park, Director of the European Software Institute Center Eastern Europe and member of the Advisory Board of the Bulgarian Association of Software Companies - BASCOM;
• Antoaneta Nikolova - communications expert and journalist with extensive experience in international and European affairs, media legislation and online regulations, Director of the Advisory Board of the Balkan Free Media Initiative (BFMI);
• Nikolay Nikolov - multimedia journalist and filmmaker exploring the new frontiers of visual content at The New York Times;
• Nikolay Nikolov - multimedia journalist and filmmaker exploring the new frontiers of visual content at The New York Times;
• Dobroslav Dimitrov - Chairman of the Advisory Board of the Bulgarian Association of Software Companies (BASCOM) and Chairman of the Bulgarian Employers Association Innovative Technologies (BRAIT);
• Krasimir Kotsev - cybersecurity specialist, founder and CEO of one of the most successful Bulgarian cybersecurity companies SoCyber and the startup Kikimora.io;
• Vladislav Venev - Director of Information and Communication Technology Security at bTV Media Group, expert in information and cyber security with over 20 years of experience, lecturer and presenter, member of the Bulgarian Association "Corporate Security"​ (BACS) and the International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2);
• Polya Alexandrova - journalist and PR manager, Head of Corporate Communications at Philip Morris Bulgaria.

Moderator of Tech Park Talks The Guardians: Science and Technology Protecting The Truth will be the host of 120 minutes on bTV, Svetoslav Ivanov.

In the high-tech era, it is crucial that the public is familiar with methods for identifying fake news, techniques for recognizing manipulative texts and visuals, and the most effective technological and other tools for countering disinformation. The aim of Tech Park Talks I The Guardians: Science and Technology Protecting The Truth is to put the topic high on the agenda and to discuss it systematically and consistently at expert level in order to preserve public trust in traditional and new media and to ensure that citizens receive reliable, trustworthy and truthful information without the risk of being misled and manipulated. Among the highlights of the format will be the topic of how contradictory data creates misconceptions that affect wide swathes of society around the world, creating information chaos and uncertainty, and whether professionals in one of the new professions of the 21st century - fact-checkers - are effectively countering online misinformation.

In the context of the rapidly evolving technology and global information overload, Tech Park Talks will also address the topic of cybersecurity, which is essential for the protection of personal data and other growing threats in the online space.

Tech Park Talks is a series of motivational, educational, informative and discussion events aimed at creating a platform for dialogue between professionals from different industries, encouraging the sharing of knowledge and expertise.

The co-organizers of the format are Out Loud Foundation and Ivan Radev Studio.

Media partners of Tech Park Talks are bTV Media Group. Bulgarian News Agency, 24 Chasa.

The event is supported by Philip Morris Bulgaria and is intended for people over 18 years of age.

The initiative is part of Sofia Tech Park's participation in the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) under the InnoForward project №101052626, co-funded by the European Commission.

Link for free registration: https://bit.ly/3Y5CGDU