NewCo A.E. is pleased to announce that, as part of the WiseME project, we will host an informative event on 21 November 2025. The session will present the project’s progress, tools, and upcoming activities, bringing together educators, stakeholders, and partners engaged in strengthening digital literacy and combating misinformation.
Scientists have made a remarkable advance in manipulating light by embedding exotic “topological insulator” materials into nanostructured resonators to generate both even and odd terahertz (THz) frequencies through a process called high-order harmonic generation. This development brings us one step closer to devices that operate at terahertz speeds — frequencies between microwaves and infrared — potentially powering ultra-fast wireless communications, high-resolution sensors and next-generation imaging technologies.
The key lies in these topological insulators: materials that behave as insulators in their bulk but conduct electricity on their surface in a robust way. By integrating them into resonators at nanometre scale, the research team was able to drive conversion of input light into a spectrum of terahertz frequencies, including ones that were previously difficult to access. The ability to generate both even and odd harmonics means greater control over the light signal, which is critical for applications where precision is paramount.
What makes this relevant for tech companies and innovation ecosystems is the potential ripple-effect across several fields. For instance, future wireless systems may exploit terahertz frequencies for ultra-high data-rate transmission; imaging systems might use them for non-invasive scanning or security; sensor systems in industry and infrastructure could become far more sensitive and compact. Moreover, turning advanced physics into practical devices will involve new materials, new manufacturing methods and new system integration — opportunities both for research-intensive firms and for regional clusters seeking to build advantage.
For regions and organisations focused on innovation-led development, this breakthrough signals that we are entering another wave of “materials + photonic systems” that will underpin what comes after Moore’s Law. It suggests that investment in specialised photonics infrastructure, nanofabrication capabilities, and local partnerships between academia and industry could pay off. In short: the frontier is shifting, and local ecosystems that align with it can capture value.
Europe is entering a new era of AI governance as the European Union prepares to roll out detailed rules on how companies must handle incidents involving high-risk artificial intelligence systems. The initiative marks one of the first real enforcement steps under the EU’s new AI Act, which is set to reshape how artificial intelligence is developed, deployed, and monitored across the region.
Under the new guidelines, companies that operate or provide high-risk AI systems will be required to report any serious incidents — including technical failures, harmful outcomes, or disruptions to essential services — within strict deadlines. The rules are designed to ensure transparency and rapid accountability whenever AI systems cause or contribute to significant harm, whether directly or indirectly.
The scope of what counts as a “serious incident” is broad. It includes not only obvious physical or financial damage but also cases where an AI decision leads to unfair treatment, reputational harm, or systemic disruption. Companies will need to maintain detailed documentation of system performance, establish incident-response procedures, and be ready to cooperate with regulators if an investigation is launched.
For Europe’s tech industry, this shift signals a new balance between innovation and responsibility. Businesses will need to adapt their internal compliance systems, train staff on AI governance, and integrate ethical risk management into the product lifecycle. Far from being a bureaucratic hurdle, this new framework could help build trust among users and markets — strengthening Europe’s position as a leader in safe, transparent, and human-centered artificial intelligence.
The European tech ecosystem has entered a bold new phase. Recent data show that during the third quarter of 2025, investments into artificial intelligence in Europe doubled to nearly €3 billion, while funding into energy-tech rose by about 70 % to €1.1 billion.This surge comes as startups across the continent shift from pure-play applications to building “sovereign” solutions — that is, systems designed to give Europe and European firms strategic independence in digital infrastructure, AI platforms, and clean energy systems.
For tech companies operating in Europe, this moment presents both opportunity and imperative. On the one hand, the rising tide of investment means more partner-and-customer interest, more innovation funding, and more appetite to adopt bold technologies. On the other hand, the shift toward strategic tech sovereignty and deep-tech (AI, quantum, energy transition) means the bar is higher — differentiation, domain-expertise, and system-level thinking are increasingly expected. The era of “just another app startup” is giving way to “platforms, systems and ecosystems.”
Our company is well positioned to ride this wave. With our core strengths in [insert your domain — e.g., “AI-driven enterprise software” or “clean energy digital platforms”], we can leverage the favorable funding climate, align our product roadmap with the trend toward strategic tech stacks, and engage more deeply with customers who now see digital innovation as central to their resilience and competitive positioning. This requires action: enhancing our messaging around technology sovereignty, investing more in domain-specific use-cases (not just horizontal ones), and strengthening our ecosystem partnerships — all while ensuring we stay agile amid shifting investment and policy priorities.
Europe’s technology industry is sounding the alarm: despite a vibrant innovation ecosystem, the region is increasingly vulnerable to a shortage of skilled talent, intensifying the challenge for tech companies aiming to scale. According to an analysis published this week, the continent lacks a unified strategy for attracting and retaining high-end tech professionals — even as global rivals such as the UAE, Singapore and the U.S. actively position themselves as magnets for technical talent.
For companies operating in Europe — including those developing cutting-edge solutions in artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure and digital services — the implications are significant. Without sufficient access to top engineers, data scientists and innovation specialists, the risk is two-fold: growth may slow, and Europe could fall further behind in the global technology race. The article argues that appointing a dedicated “talent commissioner” at the EU level could help coordinate immigration, education, and business policies to strengthen Europe’s attractiveness as a tech hub.
For our company, this development underscores two key priorities. First, we must redouble efforts to invest in talent development — through partnerships with universities, apprenticeship programmes and remote / hybrid options that draw talent beyond traditional geographic centres. Second, we should revisit our recruitment and retention strategy to ensure we remain competitive in a globally contestable talent marketplace. By doing so, we can better secure the human capital required to underpin our innovation ambitions and maintain our leadership in a fast-moving industry.
Διαθέσιμη η λειτουργία της Ηλεκτρονικής Πλατφόρμας του έργου TOTEM (DigiTal
ConTent Educational AdMinistrator), όπου το Επιμελητήριο Κοζάνης συμμετέχει ως
επικεφαλής εταίρος. Το έργο TOTEM είναι μια ευρωπαϊκή πρωτοβουλία που
αναπτύχθηκε στο πλαίσιο του προγράμματος Erasmus+, με στόχο την ενίσχυση της
ψηφιακής καινοτομίας και της ισότητας στην εκπαίδευση με στόχο την συμμετοχή
όλων των ενδιαφερόμενων, φυσικών προσώπων ή εκπροσώπων φορέων που
δραστηριοποιούνται στον χώρο του Πολιτισμού και του Τουρισμού, αλλά και σε
συναφείς τομείς. Η πλατφόρμα είναι ανοιχτή και η συμμετοχή όλων των
ενδιαφερομένων εντελώς δωρεάν.
Σκοπός της ηλεκτρονικής πλατφόρμας είναι η ενίσχυση των ψηφιακών δεξιοτήτων
και η προώθηση καινοτόμου εκπαιδευτικού περιεχομένου, προσφέροντας σε όλους
εύκολη πρόσβαση σε:
NewCo has successfully completed the design and development of WiseBuddy, the project’s new educational chatbot created to support students and teachers in identifying misinformation and strengthening digital literacy skills. The chatbot has been built on insights generated from the project’s earlier research and user needs analysis, ensuring that its guidance is accurate, age-appropriate, and pedagogically aligned.
WiseBuddy is now available online and ready for pilot testing across partner schools, where students will be able to interact with it, ask questions, and practice critical thinking in real time.
Explore WiseBuddy here: https://wiseme.eu/wisebuddy/
We’re excited to announce that the ENFIELD AI Summer School 2025 will also be open for online participation 🌐
Whether you can’t make it to Budapest or prefer to join remotely, you can still take part in this exciting week of cutting-edge AI talks and networking opportunities.
📝 Register here for online access:
👉 https://forms.gle/oA1BLUr9JzuehtM49
🗓 When: July 28 – August 1, 2025
💡 What to expect:
✔️ Daily live-streamed sessions with top AI researchers & industry experts
✔️ Access to panels and Q&A sessions
✔️ Flexible remote learning experience
Let’s make this a truly global AI learning experience! 🌍
Spread the word and join us online this summer! 🚀
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We are pleased to invite you to attend the COMFORTage webinar, titled “AI-based Prevention of Cognitive Decline”, which will take place on Monday, 26th May at 10:00 CET and will be led by CERTH. This webinar is organised within the framework of the COMFORTage Community Forum (CCF) and will explore how AI-driven and innovative solutions can contribute to the prevention and early detection of cognitive decline in older adults. It will also serve as a valuable opportunity to align with the broader objectives of COMFORTage project and gain insights from its partners and stakeholders.
Webinar Details
Title: AI-based prevention of early signs of older adults’ cognitive decline
Date: 26th May 2025
Time: 10:00 CET
Duration: Approx. 1 hour 50 minutes
Registration Link: Register here
Click here to view the Agenda of the webinar and the CCF leaflet with additional background information.
The WiseME project reaches a key milestone with the release of the draft WiseME Handbook and the launch of the online learning platform. All seven modules—complete with offline and digital activities—are now available, and the first version of the WiseME Budy chatbot is ready for pilot testing in real classrooms. The project enters its pilot phase, gathering feedback from teachers and students to refine the tools and maximise educational impact.
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