Every day across the globe new innovations & developments take shape. Our role at Innovative Initiatives is to keep you informed about news that impacts Luxembourg’s information society. Check out some of the trends that we have our eyes on this month. For the full Monthly Trend Scanner, sign up here!
1) Government approves €126m in national & EU funding for MeluXina AI initiative in Bissen
The government has approved the €126m cost of the MeluXina AI project, which was selected by the European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking in December as one of seven planned initiatives across Europe that will share €1.5bn in EU and national funding. Implementation of the MeluXina AI project by the government-backed agency LuxProvide in Bissen is expected to cost €112m with running costs estimated at €14m…
Best source: Virgule (in French)
2) LuxConnect at Bettembourg to host control center for EU’s Iris² satellite constellation
Luxembourg will host one of three control centers for the EU's planned Iris² satellite constellation, which is intended to enhance secure and resilient communications for European countries, as well as digital sovereignty. The government has approved financing for the center, to be located at the LuxConnect facility in Bettembourg…
Best source: Tageblatt (in German)
3) Telecoms operator Luxnetwork secures €5m in financing to develop national digital connectivity
Alternative telecoms operator Luxnetwork has secured €5m in structured finance to advance its national digital transformation and expand its ultra-high-speed network across Europe. Funded by Banque et Caisse d'Épargne de l'État, state investment institution SNCI and Mutualité de Cautionnement, the initiative aims to connect Luxembourg with more than 20 data centres and improve links with cities including Brussels, Frankfurt and Paris…
Best source: Paperjam (in French)
4) European Data Protection Board publishes guidance on GDPR compliance for AI systems
The European Data Protection Board has issued guidance to harmonize compliance with the EU's General Data Protection Regulation in artificial intelligence systems, addressing anonymity, legitimate interest and the use of unlawfully processed data. Requested by the Irish Data Protection Commission, the guidance is intended to facilitate ethical and safe AI innovation while protecting personal data…
Best source: TechMonitor
5) EU allocates €128m to improve 5G connectivity across Europe
The European Commission has announced €128m in funding for 31 new 5G infrastructure projects under the Connecting Europe Facility Digital initiative, bringing total investment to €221m in 66 projects. The funding aims to ensure comprehensive 5G coverage by 2030 and support standalone infrastructure in local communities and along transport routes, enhancing digital innovation and automated mobility services…
Best source: European Commission
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