INFORMATION BULLETIN SME Financing Programmes Second Quarter | April 2026
INFORMATION BULLETIN Funding Programmes for Public Administration Second Quarter | April 2026
View in pdf – Bulletin_Funding_Public_Administration_Q2_2026 Read in Bulgarian – Bulletin_Funding_Public_Administration_Q2_2026_BG This news item has been created with the financial support of the Research, Innovation and Digitalization for Smart Transformation Program 2021-2027, co-financed by the European Union through the European Regional Development Fund under project BG16RFPR002-1.002-0001 -C01 “Accelerated digitalization for SMEs in the Central Region […]
The First Stage of the AI EDIH Entrepreneurship Program for North Central Bulgaria Successfully Completed
The Regional Innovation Center “Ambitious Gabrovo”, in its capacity as the European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH) for North Central Bulgaria, marks an important milestone in its 2026 Entrepreneurship Program — the training stage was successfully completed today, April 9, 2026. The learning platform has 45 active participants registered, bringing ideas across four key sectors: e-Commerce […]
March 2026 – Newsletter | AI EDIH North Central Bulgaria
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Youth Hackathon Idea for the Future Gathered Young Innovators from the Region in Razgrad
On 19 and 20 March, the youth hackathon Idea for the Future took place in Razgrad, bringing together students, business mentors, and representatives of the academic community in search of innovative solutions for the development of the region. The event was organised by the Razgrad Regional Administration in partnership with the Regional Education Authority and […]
Successful Information Meeting: Digital Future for Razgrad
Local Business Shows Great Interest in Digital Transformation Opportunities On March 19, 2026, the conference hall of the “Les” Hotel Complex in Razgrad City Park hosted the information meeting “Digital Future for Razgrad,” organized by the European Digital Innovation Hub for the North Central Region (EDIH for NCR) in partnership with the “Ambitious Gabrovo” Regional […]
Youth Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation Training Brings Together Students, Experts and Social Entrepreneurs in Gabrovo
On 12 March 2026, a training on youth entrepreneurship, social innovation and the social economy was held in the hall of the Regional Governor of Gabrovo. The event was organized by the Regional Center for Social Economy and Social Innovation – Gabrovo with the participation of the Regional Innovation Centre “Ambitious Gabrovo” and the Youth […]
Entrepreneurship program – Turn your innovative idea into a successful business
The European Digital Innovation Hub for North Central Region’s entrepreneurial program aims to support the development of innovative business ideas and start-ups through a combination of training, expert support, and individual mentoring. The program is aimed at entrepreneurs, start-ups, teams, and individuals with a start-up idea who want to develop their project, structure a sustainable […]
eCommerce in Bulgaria 2025: Revenue Growth, Digital Maturity, and Untapped Cross-Border Potential
The new regional report for 2025–2026 provides a structured analysis of eCommerce development across the Balkans, covering revenue dynamics, digital maturity, cross-border trade, key business challenges, and expectations for 2026. Steady Revenue Growth The data shows that 45.7% of online businesses in Bulgaria reported revenue growth in 2025. This signals resilience in the sector despite […]
Digital Future for Razgrad: Innovation for Business and Youth
In March 2026, Razgrad District will become a stage for digital transformation. The initiative joins the efforts of the European Digital Innovation Hub for the North Central Region (EDIH NCR), RIC “Ambitious Gabrovo,” and the Regional Administration of Razgrad to support local business and give wings to youth ideas. It is implemented under Contract […]