Overview
Development of agile, modular detection and investigation tools to combat evolving online harms such as identity theft, disinformation, deepfakes, and digital violence. Targets consortia involving police authorities, researchers, and policymakers to deliver adaptable, legally compliant solutions with rapid deployment cycles.Who Can Apply
Consortia must include at least three police authorities from three different EU Member States or Associated Countries. Eligible applicants include research organizations, SMEs, public bodies, and other entities legally established in eligible countries. Entities directly or indirectly controlled by China are excluded.Funding Details
Maximum grant amount: 7,833,000 EUR. Funding is provided as a lump sum. Total budget and funding rate are not specified.What Is Funded
Development of detection and investigation tools using short development cycles to address online harms, including identity theft, disinformation, deepfakes, spoofing, phishing, digital violence, and online payment fraud. Projects must integrate feedback from police authorities and may include training materials. Collaboration with Europol Innovation Lab, EU Drugs Agency (for drug-related issues), and CEPOL (for training aspects) is expected.Technology / Maturity Requirements
Projects must target Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 7 to 9.Key Dates
Application deadline: 2027-11-03T23:00:00Z.Application Process (High-Level)
Single-stage application process. Proposals must be submitted via the Funding & Tenders Portal using the standard application form for Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) or Innovation Actions (IA).Post-Award Obligations
Projects must include a mid-term deliverable assessing outcomes with input from security practitioners. Reporting and dissemination requirements apply, including engagement with specified EU agencies. The granting authority may object to transfers of ownership or exclusive licensing of results for up to four years post-project.Geographic Scope & Language
Eligible countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, United Kingdom, Switzerland.
Application language: English.Notes
Proposals must address ethical, legal, and gender considerations as outlined in the "Fighting Crime and Terrorism Destination" introduction. Projects must use Copernicus and/or Galileo/EGNOS for satellite-based data if applicable. Minimum project duration: 48 months.