[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

October 14, 2025 (15:00 Brussels time)

Up to €60,000 per project (max 7 months); total call budget €600,000

Funds collaborative projects to advance distributed, trustworthy, and efficient AI at the edge, emphasizing standardisation and open-source infrastructure.

Up to 10 projects will be funded; application is single-stage and includes a pitch to the selection jury.

--- ## Description This opportunity supports collaborative projects that expand the dAIEDGE Network of Excellence in edge AI, with a focus on micro-, deep-, and meta-edge advances. Projects should address industrial challenges defined by the dAIEDGE consortium, leveraging or contributing to the dAIEDGE Virtual Lab, and promoting standardisation, open-source solutions, and scalable, trustworthy AI infrastructure at the edge. Selected projects will receive structured mentoring and participate in a support programme culminating in a proof of demonstration. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline: October 14, 2025 (15:00 Brussels time) - Single-stage submission process --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum funding per project: up to €60,000 - Plan Phase (up to 1 month): up to €9,000 - Implementation Phase (up to 6 months): up to €51,000 - Total available under this call: €600,000 - Expected duration of participation: up to 7 months --- ## Eligibility - Open to legal entities that can address the industrial challenges set by the dAIEDGE consortium. - Proposals must aim to leverage, extend, or contribute new assets to the dAIEDGE Virtual Lab or build upon existing dAIEDGE project developments. - Typical applicants include research organizations, SMEs, startups, and other innovators in edge AI. --- ## Application Process - Apply via the [online application form](https://daiedge-3oc.fundingbox.com/) - The selection process involves: - Initial eligibility check (Declaration of Honour) - Pre-scoring (if necessary) - Expert evaluation - Shortlisted applicants pitch during an online Jury Day - Final selection by the dAIEDGE Selection Committee based on evaluations and project objectives - Review and signature of the Sub-Grant Agreement For detailed guidance, consult the "Guide of Applicants" available via the application portal. --- ## Additional Information - Up to 10 proposals will be funded in this call. - Projects must deliver an Individual Mentoring Plan during the initial phase and a proof of demonstration by the end of the support programme. - Participation includes structured mentoring and access to dAIEDGE resources. --- ## External Links - [Call details and portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/11401?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=3&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Application form](https://daiedge-3oc.fundingbox.com/) - [dAIEDGE project website](https://daiedge.eu/) - [Guide of Applicants and further documentation](https://daiedge-3oc.fundingbox.com/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |----------------------|----------------------------------------------| | General Helpdesk | dAIEDGE.help@fundingbox.com | | European Commission | [Contact page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 |

dAIEDGE 3rd Open Call - Collaborative Projects

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