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The team drops everything to help a customer during a serious security incident. Days later, the release plan changes again because a demanding user needs a new capability. These sound like common situations for a cybersecurity SME. However, for many of these cybersecurity startups, something else is often more stressful and challenging: understanding the EU funding landscape. In this article, we help SMEs navigate cybersecurity reality into a clear assessment so that the SMEs can choose among Horizon Europe (RIA/IA), DIGITAL and the EIC Accelerator with confidence.  

At Spinverse, our people are at the core of everything we do. Our professionals help our customers drive innovation projects that address a variety of challenges globally and on regional level. This year, we are happy to celebrate the promotions of several colleagues whose experience, expertise and professional growth have made a clear difference for our customers and our mission.  

The European Innovation Council (EIC) Pathfinder Challenges 2026 calls are now open. The challenges offer ambitious researchers and innovators the opportunity to explore bold ideas with the potential to create breakthrough technologies and address global challenges. With a focus on high-risk, high-gain research and interdisciplinary collaboration, the EIC Pathfinder Challenges drive disruptive innovation in Europe. Get in touch with Spinverse to learn how we can increase your chances of success with your funding proposal.

A new funding opportunity under the EU Renewable Energy Financing Mechanism opens concrete possibilities for developers and investors planning ground-mounted solar PV (photovoltaic system) projects in Finland and Bulgaria. The European Commission has launched the 2026 call to accelerate renewable energy deployment through cross-border cooperation between EU member states. Get in touch with Spinverse to discuss your eligibility for the funding!

The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) under Horizon Europe are renowned for supporting cutting-edge research and innovative training for researchers across all disciplines. MSCA Doctoral Networks are encouraged to lead to Industrial or Joint Doctorates. The call for proposals, with an indicative budget of EUR 563 million, is due to open in late May 2026. Learn more about these actions and how Spinverse can support your success.

Clear and effective communication, both internal and external, is crucial for keeping an EU‑funded project on track and ensuring its success. In EU-funded projects,  it is advisable to have an agreed strategy on how to communicate for the project. Below, we share our key tips to support smooth, consistent and well‑coordinated project communication.

Horizon Europe (HEU), the European Union’s flagship research and innovation funding programme, is entering a critical phase. With the 2026–2027 Work Programme now in force allocating over €14 billion for research and innovation, the stakes for prospective applicants are higher than ever, but so are the opportunities. Spinverse’s funding experts are ready to guide you on your innovation journey if you decide to explore the options offered by the Horizon Europe. Here's our take on the key updates and how we can support.

We are off to an energetic start for the new year, with some exciting personnel news to share. We are happy to announce promotions in our organisation and give warm welcome to our new colleagues in the Health teams and in the ICT & Electronics team.

The Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) has announced its 2026 call for project proposals, offering a significant opportunity for innovative organisations in the bioeconomy sector. The call opens for submissions on 23 April 2026 and will close on 22 September 2026. With a substantial budget of €170.7 million, the call aims to support ambitious projects that foster sustainability and competitiveness in bio-based industries. Spinverse experts in bioeconomy are here to help if you need support with your project proposal.   

Many of the components used in defence applications originate from outside Europe today. This dependence on external component suppliers is not really acceptable for the European defense industry, where critical components could be withheld or delayed for strategic reasons by foreign governments. In an attempt to provide an alternative solution for Europe, in the development of advanced RF CMOS based Systems on a Chip, the e-Perfect project has been funded. This funding has been provided in response to a call from the European Defence Fund for the creation of an ITAR free supply and value chains for advanced, radiation hard, fine geometry, RF CMOS Technologies within Europe. This technology capability will be used for the creation of Advanced Systems on a Chip (SoC) for space and defence applications.