List of proposals for EuroDIG 2026

17-11-25 | 21:11 Development of IG ecosystem | Human rights & privacy | Technical & operational issues Strengthening Public Trust in AI-Driven Public Administration Through Transparency and Accountability Public administrations across Europe increasingly use AI systems for decision-making, risk assessment, and digital public services. While these tools improve efficiency, they also create concerns about transparency, fairness, explainability and the protection of individuals’ rights. When algorithmic decisions appear opaque, public trust in institutions can decline. The issue is highly relevant for Europe because it affects all countries adopting AI in core public functions and is directly connected to the implementation of the EU AI Act, GDPR and emerging European interoperability standards. It raises important questions about human oversight, accountability and ensuring that AI-based public services remain aligned with fundamental rights. This topic is part of a broader challenge related to the complexity and opacity of algorithmic systems, the risk of discriminatory outcomes, uneven digital capacities across public authorities, and limited public awareness about how AI systems operate. Ensuring trustworthy and human-centric AI in public administration is essential for safeguarding democratic legitimacy and citizens’ rights.

Submitted by: Grigor Nersisyan

Affiliation: Center for Public Finance and Personal Data Protection Monitoring, Education NGO

Stakeholder: Civil society

21-11-25 | 11:53 Media & content | Strategic positioning | Security & crime With threats to democratic nations in Europe coming from all sides, it is time to redefine our relationship with the rest of the world. The digital realm is a huge part of this topic. What strategy is Europe developing or should it develop and what means does it need to deploy to become more ICT self-reliant? With the exception of access and literacy, this topic affects all categories but transcends them in direct impact and urgency.

Submitted by: Wout de Natris-van der Borght

Affiliation: De Natris Consult

Stakeholder: Private sector

21-11-25 | 12:05 Security & crime | Technical & operational issues With the investment into the development of quantum computers rising into the billions, the world comes ever closer to the scientist who has his or her "eureka moment". From that moment onwards some entity somewhere in the world will have computing power available that is currently imaginary only. To prevent this power from having devastating effects on all in the world, a transition towards the deployment of post-quantum cryptography is necessary. This is a task of enormous proportions. Just think of all the devices, servers, sensors, internet standards, OT and ICT that need a timely adaptation. Or, all the different stakeholders involved who have to prepare for this transition. And there is no time to lose. Where is Europe today? What are the current best practices? What initiatives are there? These are just examples of potential roads to explore under this topic.

Submitted by: Wout de Natris-van der Borght

Affiliation: DC Internet Standards Security and Safety Coalition

Stakeholder: Civil society

24-11-25 | 15:30 Access & literacy | Development of IG ecosystem | Innovation & economic issues Digital agricultural inclusion is becoming one of the most urgent policy challenges for Europe and its neighboring regions. As food systems face climate stress, AI-driven agriculture, remote sensing, and digital extension services are transforming how farmers access information, markets, finance, and climate-adaptive technologies. However, the digital divide between urban and rural communities continues to widen. The issue is highly relevant for Europe because agricultural supply chains are globally interconnected—food security, climate resilience, and technological standards increasingly depend on cross-border cooperation. Europe is also a major investor in digital agriculture and a key knowledge hub. Yet smallholder farmers across borders often lack access to digital skills, connectivity, responsible data governance, and interoperable digital tools. This issue sits within a broader cluster: rural digital transformation, digital literacy, fair data access, AI ethics in agriculture, cross-border standards, and inclusive digital innovation. Addressing it will help Europe strengthen resilience, sustainability, and international cooperation.

Submitted by: Zahiduzzaman Syeed

Affiliation: E-Farmers Bangladesh Ltd.

Stakeholder: Private sector

26-11-25 | 19:31 Development of IG ecosystem | Innovation & economic issues Is "European sovereignty" the right approach to the adoption of technological solutions for Europe? Many European organisations and businesses rely on software produced by US companies such as Microsoft, Apple and OpenAI. However, there is a growing call among some that European countries should adopt a Europe-first approach when choosing a given vendor for a particular software solution. There are arguments both for and against this worldview, and it is hoped that this issue serves as a platform in which participants can discuss their views.

Submitted by: Babatunde Onabajo

Affiliation: ChurchMapped Limited

Stakeholder: Private sector

03-12-25 | 16:07 Development of IG ecosystem | Human rights & privacy | Media & content Social-media platforms have become critical infrastructures shaping how information flows, public debate unfolds, and democratic decision-making emerges. Yet today’s digital public sphere is structurally fragile: it is highly centralized, dominated by a few non-European actors, and vulnerable to manipulation, opaque algorithms, and geopolitical influence. Mis- and disinformation are not isolated problems but symptoms of a weakened information ecosystem marked by monopolistic dependencies and attention-driven business models. Strengthening resilience requires moving beyond content-centric responses. Europe and global partners need to focus on interoperability, decentralised and open infrastructures, and accountable governance models that embed human rights, transparency, and democratic values. While EU instruments like the DSA and DMA set important standards, effective resilience demands consistent enforcement, global coordination, and support for open protocols and digital commons that reduce structural dependencies. This issue invites the EuroDIG community to explore how interoperable standards, open infrastructures, cross-border cooperation, and inclusive multistakeholder processes can reinforce digital sovereignty while safeguarding open, free, and secure information spaces worldwide.