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EU Launches Tech Initiative to Boost Cybersecurity and Innovation

EU Launches Tech Initiative to Boost Cybersecurity and Innovation

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ThreatCluster •November 12, 2026 at 08:17 UTC
  • •DIGITALEUROPE announced 40 nominees for its 2027 Future Unicorn and Dual-Use Technology Awards.
  • •The European Commission launched a €5 billion Scaleup Europe Fund to support tech innovation.
  • •Focus areas include cybersecurity, semiconductor manufacturing, and secure communications.

On November 12, 2026, DIGITALEUROPE announced nominees for its 2027 Future Unicorn and Dual-Use Technology Awards, recognizing 40 European tech scale-ups. These companies, from 20 countries, focus on innovations in areas such as semiconductor manufacturing, quantum computing, and secure communications, aiming to enhance Europe's economy and security. The initiative coincides with the European Commission's establishment of a €5 billion Scaleup Europe Fund to support tech businesses. The awards will be presented at the Masters of Digital 2027 conference on February 4, 2027. The emphasis is on reducing regulatory barriers and increasing funding opportunities for innovative companies, particularly in defense and critical technologies. Cecilia Bonefeld-Dahl, Director-General of DIGITALEUROPE, highlighted the need for investment and market growth to turn innovation into competitiveness.

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2026-11-10
EU Tech Business Offer introduced
The EU Tech Business Offer aims to support EU tech companies in deploying secure digital solutions in partner countries.
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2026-11-12
DIGITALEUROPE announces award nominees
40 tech scale-ups from 20 countries are nominated for the 2027 Future Unicorn and Dual-Use Technology Awards.
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What companies are nominated for the awards?
The nominees include 40 tech scale-ups from 20 different countries, focusing on various innovative technologies.
What is the Scaleup Europe Fund?
The Scaleup Europe Fund is a €5 billion initiative by the European Commission to help promising tech businesses scale globally.
How does the EU Tech Business Offer support cybersecurity?
It provides a policy and tech offer aimed at deploying secure and trusted digital solutions in partner countries.