{"id":1299,"date":"2025-03-20T06:40:54","date_gmt":"2025-03-20T06:40:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ric-gabrovo.com\/?p=1299"},"modified":"2025-06-10T12:36:27","modified_gmt":"2025-06-10T10:36:27","slug":"edih-ai-north-central-bulgaria-and-win2edih-join-forces-to-strengthen-digital-transformation-in-bulgaria-and-ukraine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ric-gabrovo.com\/bg\/edih-ai-north-central-bulgaria-and-win2edih-join-forces-to-strengthen-digital-transformation-in-bulgaria-and-ukraine\/","title":{"rendered":"EDIH AI North Central Bulgaria and WIN2EDIH Join Forces to Strengthen Digital Transformation in Bulgaria and Ukraine"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"656\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kneu.edu.ua\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1300\" src=\"https:\/\/ric-gabrovo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/WIN3EDIH.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"147\" height=\"147\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"656\">In a significant step toward fostering digital innovation across Eastern Europe, <strong data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"383\">EDIH AI North Central Bulgaria (ADi4SMEs)<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"415\">WIN-WIN EDIH (<a href=\"https:\/\/european-digital-innovation-hubs.ec.europa.eu\/edih-catalogue\/win2edih\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">WIN2EDIH<\/a>)<\/strong> have officially signed a <strong data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"478\">Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)<\/strong>. This partnership is designed to accelerate digital transformation by connecting businesses, researchers, and public institutions with cutting-edge technologies and expertise.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"1060\">The collaboration brings together <strong data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"716\">Bulgaria and Ukraine<\/strong>, two countries with strong potential in <strong data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"833\">artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, IoT, and smart digital solutions<\/strong>. By combining resources and knowledge, the two organizations will support <strong data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"985\">small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), industry leaders, and startups<\/strong> in adopting innovative technologies and improving their competitiveness.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1124\"><strong data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1122\">A Bridge for Innovation Between Bulgaria and Ukraine<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1183\">Under this MoU, EDIH AI NCB and WIN2EDIH will focus on:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1686\">? <strong data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1220\">Developing joint initiatives<\/strong> that foster digital transformation in key industries.<br data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1277\" \/>? <strong data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1311\">Enhancing knowledge sharing<\/strong> through research collaboration and technical expertise exchange.<br data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1379\" \/>? <strong data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1418\">Providing training and workshops<\/strong> to upskill professionals in emerging technologies.<br data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1472\" \/>? <strong data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1515\">Organizing technology demonstrations<\/strong> to showcase real-world applications of AI and IoT.<br data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1569\" \/>? <strong data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1609\">Creating networking opportunities<\/strong> for businesses, policymakers, and researchers to drive innovation forward.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1926\"><em data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1853\">&#8220;This partnership is not just about technology; it\u2019s about building a stronger digital ecosystem that empowers businesses and communities in Bulgaria and Ukraine,&#8221;<\/em> said <strong data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1879\">Svetoslav Mateev<\/strong>, Director of EDIH AI North Central Bulgaria.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2216\"><strong data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2214\">Looking Ahead<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2623\">With digitalization at the core of economic growth in Europe, this agreement marks the beginning of a <strong data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2345\">long-term partnership<\/strong> aimed at unlocking new opportunities for businesses and institutions in both countries. Over the next three years, the two organizations will roll out joint programs, facilitate business support initiatives, and work towards making advanced digital solutions more accessible.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2692\">Stay tuned for updates on upcoming activities and joint projects!<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2692\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1253\" src=\"https:\/\/ric-gabrovo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AI-EDIH-Logo-high-quality-1024x302.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"231\" height=\"68\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ric-gabrovo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AI-EDIH-Logo-high-quality-1024x302.png 1024w, https:\/\/ric-gabrovo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AI-EDIH-Logo-high-quality-300x88.png 300w, https:\/\/ric-gabrovo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AI-EDIH-Logo-high-quality-768x226.png 768w, https:\/\/ric-gabrovo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AI-EDIH-Logo-high-quality-1536x452.png 1536w, https:\/\/ric-gabrovo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AI-EDIH-Logo-high-quality-2048x603.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 231px) 100vw, 231px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2692\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1230\" src=\"https:\/\/ric-gabrovo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/funded.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"73\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ric-gabrovo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/funded.png 1016w, https:\/\/ric-gabrovo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/funded-300x31.png 300w, https:\/\/ric-gabrovo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/funded-768x80.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2692\"><em>Co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union. The European Union cannot be held responsible for them.<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a significant step toward fostering digital innovation across Eastern Europe, EDIH AI North Central Bulgaria (ADi4SMEs) and WIN-WIN EDIH (WIN2EDIH) have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This partnership is designed to accelerate digital transformation by connecting businesses, researchers, and public institutions with cutting-edge technologies and expertise. 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