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Drive the evolution of the internet towards open and interoperable Web 4.0 and Virtual Worlds: building blocks in priority areas (RIA) (Virtual Worlds Partnership)

Funds up to nine projects, worth EUR 1–3 million each, to build open-source Web 4.0 building blocks in digital identity, software supply chain security, open hardware or decentralised platforms, with up to 15% of each budget re-granted to third-party developers.

Consortia submit a Research and Innovation Action proposal by the single-stage deadline; the Commission funds nine projects from this topic's EUR 14.5 million budget, with at least one winner per priority area. Winning consortiums may pass on up to 15% of their EU funding to third parties as grants of up to EUR 150,000 each, selected through their own open calls, and are expected to align with the

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.