Digital Europe Programme launches new funding round: €50 million for cybersecurity
The EU’s Digital Europe Programme continues with a second call for cybersecurity projects in 2025. A total of €50 million is available for funding under this call.
Digital Europe Programme supports the uptake of modern cybersecurity solutions and the implementation of the results of the latest cybersecurity research. In addition, the funding available will help to address the new requirements of cybersecurity regulations. The following calls are open for cybersecurity professionals in the 2025 second round:
- Cybersecure tools, technologies and services relying on AI Ulkoinen verkkopalvelu. supports the development and deployment of AI-powered cybersecurity solutions to enhance threat detection, incident response, and threat intelligence.
- Uptake of innovative cybersecurity solutions for SMEs Ulkoinen verkkopalvelu. supports the uptake of advanced cybersecurity tools among SMEs. This 15-million-euro action fosters the deployment of proven solutions by facilitating access, providing financial incentives, and supporting integration into business operations.
- For public administrations there is support for coordinated preparedness testing and other preparedness actions Ulkoinen verkkopalvelu.. This call supports stress testing, simulations, and other preparedness actions, including cross-border and cross-sector to strengthen the ability of critical infrastructure operators to prevent and respond to cyber incidents. Other organisations besides public administrations can participate in the project consortium.
- Regional Cable Hubs Ulkoinen verkkopalvelu. funds the security of submarine cable systems. This action will reinforce the cybersecurity of cable hubs - physical and digital entry points - ensuring they are robust against espionage, sabotage, and system failures. Proposals are accepted from consortia with minimum two partners from two eligible countries.
Calls open on 28.10.2025 and will close on 31.03.2026.
Additional information and support
Detailed information on both current and upcoming cybersecurity calls can be found in the Digital Europe Cybersecurity Work Programme Ulkoinen verkkopalvelu., and when the calls are opened in the European Commission Funding and Tenders portal Ulkoinen verkkopalvelu..
The National Coordination Centre offers free support and advice:
- Guidance on finding and applying for suitable calls
- Training and instruction on preparing a project proposal
- Support in searching for project partners
Find out more on our website Ulkoinen verkkopalvelu. or contact us through ncc-fi@traficom.fi .
