Ukrainian technology companies have the opportunity to participate in a new international program aimed at enhancing cybersecurity and integrating Ukrainian solutions into the European market. The initiative is funded by the government of the Netherlands, which has allocated 2.5 million euros to support joint projects in the field of cybersecurity.
This is reported by Finway
Each selected project can receive a grant of up to 250,000 euros with full coverage of expenses.
The program involves the creation of consortia that will include both Ukrainian and Dutch companies. The main goal is to strengthen Ukraine’s digital security and facilitate the entry of its technology businesses into the European Union markets.
Practical Solutions for Modern Cyber Threats
The organizers emphasize the development of practical solutions that can be rapidly implemented in response to current challenges. Projects related to the deployment of cybersecurity centers, ensuring the security of cloud infrastructure, access control to data, development of digital forensics tools, and systems for responding to incidents in information systems are eligible for support.
A unique feature of the program is its accessibility—companies that do not yet have international partners can also participate in the competition. Special online events are planned, where participants will have the opportunity to find partners and unite into joint teams for the development of innovative projects.
Prospects for the Ukrainian Cyber Industry
This initiative has become an important element of international cooperation in the field of digital security, aimed at the long-term strengthening of Ukraine’s cyber resilience. It also opens new opportunities for scaling Ukrainian developments and their entry into the European market.
Additionally, for Ukrainian organizations, communities, and entrepreneurs, new sources of European funding have opened up thanks to Ukraine’s accession to the European Union’s Employment and Social Innovation program, which has been ratified by the Verkhovna Rada.