Atom | Open topic on preventing and countering the misuse of emerging technologies for criminal purposes, including issues related to lawful access to data

Due Dates: November 5, 2026 (Full application, single-stage, 17:00 Brussels time)

Funding Amounts: €9,000,000 total; typical project grant around €4,500,000; 2 projects funded; lump sum model

Summary: Supports research and cross-sector collaboration to equip police with tools and frameworks to counter criminal misuse of emerging technologies while ensuring lawful and privacy-respecting data access.

Key Information: Requires at least 2 police authorities from 2 different EU Member States or Associated Countries as beneficiaries.

Open topic on preventing and countering the misuse of emerging technologies for criminal purposes, including issues related to lawful access to data - European Commission

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