This opportunity funds projects that enhance the market presence of European startups in strategic digital and deep tech fields like AI, cybersecurity, blockchain, and more. It supports cross-border acceleration activities connecting startups and scaleups, prioritizing those with market traction or seed funding, especially in moderate or emerging innovator countries and women-led ventures. Projects should foster collaboration with European innovation initiatives and facilitate access to innovation procurement opportunities.
Eligible applicants include consortia with at least 50% of beneficiaries established in moderate or emerging innovator countries or regions. Applicants must meet admissibility, financial, and operational capacity conditions as described in Horizon Europe Work Programme annexes. Participation is open
