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	For '''OPENVERSE''', SNS provides the '''connectivity and orchestration pillar''' of virtual worlds. Its Streams map cleanly to the [https://commission.europa.eu/ European Commission]’s technical building blocks, offering multiple interfaces for OPENVERSE to operate as an ecosystem glue — aligning standards, ensuring interoperability, and promoting responsible, energy-efficient immersive services.		For '''OPENVERSE''', SNS provides the '''connectivity and orchestration pillar''' of virtual worlds. Its Streams map cleanly to the [https://commission.europa.eu/ European Commission]’s technical building blocks, offering multiple interfaces for OPENVERSE to operate as an ecosystem glue — aligning standards, ensuring interoperability, and promoting responsible, energy-efficient immersive services.

	=== ~~6G SNS — Building-Block-Aligned SRIA Analysis ===~~		=== '''Basic Identification''' ===
	'''Basic Identification'''
	'''Initiative / Partnership Name:''' [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/ Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking] (SNS JU)		'''Initiative / Partnership Name:''' [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/ Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking] (SNS JU)

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	=== 6G SNS — Building-Block-Aligned SRIA Analysis ===		=== 6G SNS — Building-Block-Aligned SRIA Analysis ===
	'''Basic Identification'''		'''Basic Identification'''
	* '''Initiative / Partnership Name:''' [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/ Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking] (SNS JU)		'''Initiative / Partnership Name:''' [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/ Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking] (SNS JU)
	* '''Full SRIDA Title & Version:''' ''Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda 2021–2027, 2nd Edition (Brussels, 2023)''
	* '''Publication / Last Update Date:''' 2023 (Second Edition)		'''Full SRIDA Title & Version:''' ''Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda 2021–2027, 2nd Edition (Brussels, 2023)''
	* '''Governing Body / Association:''' SNS JU; SRIA prepared by [https://6g-ia.eu/ 6G-IA] and [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe ETP]
	* '''Type:''' EU [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/EN/legal-content/glossary/joint-undertakings.html Joint Undertaking]		'''Publication / Last Update Date:''' 2023 (Second Edition)
	* '''Website / Source:''' [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/reference-documents/ 6G SNS Reference Documents]
			'''Governing Body / Association:''' SNS JU; SRIA prepared by [https://6g-ia.eu/ 6G-IA] and [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe ETP]

			'''Type:''' EU [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/EN/legal-content/glossary/joint-undertakings.html Joint Undertaking]

			'''Website / Source:''' [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/reference-documents/ 6G SNS Reference Documents]

	=== Strategic orientation ===		=== Strategic orientation ===
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	'''Policy Alignment:'''		'''Policy Alignment:'''
			* Horizon Europe [https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/funding/funding-opportunities/funding-programmes-and-open-calls/horizon-europe/strategic-plan_en KSOs (A & C)];
	Horizon Europe [https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/funding/funding-opportunities/funding-programmes-and-open-calls/horizon-europe/strategic-plan_en KSOs (A & C)], [https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/activities/digital-programme Digital Europe Programme] synergies~~, and alignment with the~~ ''[https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2023/1781/oj Chips Act]'' ~~and~~ ''[https://eur-lex.europa.eu/EN/legal-content/summary/european-green-deal.html Green Deal]'' ~~sustainability metrics~~.		* [https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/activities/digital-programme Digital Europe Programme] synergies;
			* ''[https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2023/1781/oj Chips Act]'';
			* ''[https://eur-lex.europa.eu/EN/legal-content/summary/european-green-deal.html Green Deal]''.

	=== Technological and thematic priorities ===		=== Technological and thematic priorities ===
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	* SME participation, open innovation diffusion, and impact assessment via [https://hsbooster.eu/events/impact-assessment-and-facilitation-action-iafa-first-step-6g-research-and-vision IAFAs]		* SME participation, open innovation diffusion, and impact assessment via [https://hsbooster.eu/events/impact-assessment-and-facilitation-action-iafa-first-step-6g-research-and-vision IAFAs]

	* '''Related Infrastructures / Platforms:''' Federated experimental infrastructures (Stream C); synergies with [https://www.eurohpc-ju.europa.eu/index_en HPC], KDT/Chips, [https://adr-association.eu/ AI/Data/Robotics], [https://www.photonics21.org/ Photonics21], and [https://gaia-x.eu/ GAIA-X] (cloud–edge–IoT continuum).		'''Related Infrastructures / Platforms:''' Federated experimental infrastructures (Stream C); synergies with [https://www.eurohpc-ju.europa.eu/index_en HPC], KDT/Chips, [https://adr-association.eu/ AI/Data/Robotics], [https://www.photonics21.org/ Photonics21], and [https://gaia-x.eu/ GAIA-X] (cloud–edge–IoT continuum).
	* '''Interdependencies / Synergies with Other SRIDAs:''' Strong connections across Cluster 4 partnerships; formal MoUs and joint workshops with [https://adr-association.eu/ ADRA], [https://www.photonics21.org/ Photonics21], and [https://www.chips-ju.europa.eu/ Key Digital Technologies JU;] co-shaping of future work programmes through biennial consultations.
			'''Interdependencies / Synergies with Other SRIDAs:'''
			* Strong connections across Cluster 4 partnerships;
			* formal MoUs and joint workshops with [https://adr-association.eu/ ADRA], [https://www.photonics21.org/ Photonics21], and [https://www.chips-ju.europa.eu/ Key Digital Technologies JU];
			* co-shaping of future work programmes through biennial consultations.

	=== Building blocks alignment ===		=== Building blocks alignment ===
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	=== Governance and ecosystem ===		=== Governance and ecosystem ===

	* '''Leading Organisations / Associations:''' [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/ SNS JU], co-developed by [https://6g-ia.eu/ 6G-IA] and [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe] (>1 000 entities).		'''Leading Organisations / Associations:''' [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/ SNS JU], co-developed by [https://6g-ia.eu/ 6G-IA] and [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe] (>1 000 entities).
	* '''Stakeholder Groups:''' Industry, academia, research institutes, SMEs, public bodies.
	* '''Engagement Mechanisms:''' [https://hsbooster.eu/events/impact-assessment-and-facilitation-action-iafa-first-step-6g-research-and-vision IAFA] (Impact Assessment and Facilitation Actions), open consultations, thematic workshops, joint [https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/research-area/transport/public-private-partnerships_en#contractualpublicprivatepartnerships Public-Private Partnership] (PPP) events.		'''Stakeholder Groups:''' Industry, academia, research institutes, SMEs, public bodies.
	* '''Update Frequency:''' Biennial SRIA revision (next expected 2025).
	* '''Contact / Participation Info:''' Engage via [https://6g-ia.eu/6g-ia-working-groups/ 6G-IA Working Groups], [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe] consultation lists, and the [https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101095841 SNS ICE] [https://rea.ec.europa.eu/horizon-europe-how-apply_en Coordination and Supporting Action] (CSA) coordination platform.		'''Engagement Mechanisms:''' [https://hsbooster.eu/events/impact-assessment-and-facilitation-action-iafa-first-step-6g-research-and-vision IAFA] (Impact Assessment and Facilitation Actions), open consultations, thematic workshops, joint [https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/research-area/transport/public-private-partnerships_en#contractualpublicprivatepartnerships Public-Private Partnership] (PPP) events.

			'''Update Frequency:''' Biennial SRIA revision (next expected 2025).

			'''Contact / Participation Info:''' Engage via [https://6g-ia.eu/6g-ia-working-groups/ 6G-IA Working Groups], [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe] consultation lists, and the [https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101095841 SNS ICE] [https://rea.ec.europa.eu/horizon-europe-how-apply_en Coordination and Supporting Action] (CSA) coordination platform.

	=== Alignment with Virtual Worlds ===		=== Alignment with Virtual Worlds ===
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	=== Document metadata ===		=== Document metadata ===

	* '''Keywords / Tags:''' 6G, immersive communication, digital twins, sustainability, AIoT, interoperability, trust, photonics, standards.		'''Keywords / Tags:''' 6G, immersive communication, digital twins, sustainability, AIoT, interoperability, trust, photonics, standards.
	* '''Referenced Horizon Europe Clusters:''' [https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/funding/funding-opportunities/funding-programmes-and-open-calls/horizon-europe/cluster-4-digital-industry-and-space_en Cluster 4 - Digital, Industry & Space].
	* '''TRL Ranges Mentioned:''' Stream B (low–medium [[wikipedia:Technology_readiness_level\|Technology Readiness Level]] TRL 3-6).		'''Referenced Horizon Europe Clusters:''' [https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/funding/funding-opportunities/funding-programmes-and-open-calls/horizon-europe/cluster-4-digital-industry-and-space_en Cluster 4 - Digital, Industry & Space].
	* '''Budget / Investment Priorities:''' Emphasis on high-risk research, SME engagement, open infrastructure reuse.
	* '''Policy References:''' Horizon Europe KSOs, [http://sdgs.un.org/goals UN Sustainable Development Goals], [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dec/2022/2481/oj/eng 2030 Digital Decade Policy Programme], [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2023/1781/oj Chips Act], [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2024/1689/oj/eng Artificial Intelligence Act], [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2019/881/oj Cybersecurity Act].		'''TRL Ranges Mentioned:''' Stream B (low–medium [[wikipedia:Technology_readiness_level\|Technology Readiness Level]] TRL 3-6).

			'''Budget / Investment Priorities:''' Emphasis on high-risk research, SME engagement, open infrastructure reuse.

			'''Policy References:''' Horizon Europe KSOs, [http://sdgs.un.org/goals UN Sustainable Development Goals], [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dec/2022/2481/oj/eng 2030 Digital Decade Policy Programme], [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2023/1781/oj Chips Act], [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2024/1689/oj/eng Artificial Intelligence Act], [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2019/881/oj Cybersecurity Act].

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	The content has been provided by the Project Partner BDVA. The ~~contend~~ has been summarised using AI technologies, and validated by a human author.</blockquote>		The content has been provided by the Project Partner BDVA. The content has been summarised using AI technologies, and validated by a human author.</blockquote>

	== '''Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking SRIA (2nd edition, 2023)''' ==		== '''Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking SRIA (2nd edition, 2023)''' ==

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	=== Strategic orientation ===		=== Strategic orientation ===
			'''Vision Statement:'''

	* '''Vision Statement:''' Europe to lead creation of next-generation smart network technologies and services (6G), safeguarding EU values (security, privacy) and strengthening technological sovereignty; full digitalisation of verticals and public administration.		Europe to lead creation of next-generation smart network technologies and services (6G), safeguarding EU values (security, privacy) and strengthening technological sovereignty; full digitalisation of verticals and public administration.
	* '''Core Mission / Objectives:''' Define and implement R&I and deployment roadmaps for 6G; ensure positive impact on citizens’ quality of life and Europe’s data economy.
	* '''Key Strategic Pillars / Focus Areas:''' Drivers from society, policy, and business; convergence of physical–human–digital worlds; deterministic E2E services; integrated sensing/communication; trustworthiness, sustainability, and affordability.		'''Core Mission / Objectives:'''
	* '''Expected Outcomes / KPIs:''' SME participation (~20%), standardisation deliverables, number of trials/pilots, and open infrastructure reuse; biennial SRIA updates.
	* '''Policy Alignment:''' Horizon Europe KSOs (A & C), Digital Europe Programme synergies, and alignment with the ''Chips Act'' and ''Green Deal'' sustainability metrics.		Define and implement R&I and deployment roadmaps for 6G; ensure positive impact on citizens’ quality of life and Europe’s data economy.

			'''Key Strategic Pillars / Focus Areas:'''

			Drivers from society, policy, and business; convergence of physical–human–digital worlds; deterministic E2E services; integrated sensing/communication; trustworthiness, sustainability, and affordability.

			'''Expected Outcomes / KPIs:'''

			SME participation (~20%), standardisation deliverables, number of trials/pilots, and open infrastructure reuse; biennial SRIA updates.

			'''Policy Alignment:'''

			Horizon Europe [https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/funding/funding-opportunities/funding-programmes-and-open-calls/horizon-europe/strategic-plan_en KSOs (A & C)], [https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/activities/digital-programme Digital Europe Programme] synergies, and alignment with the ''[https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2023/1781/oj Chips Act]'' and ''[https://eur-lex.europa.eu/EN/legal-content/summary/european-green-deal.html Green Deal]'' sustainability metrics.

	=== Technological and thematic priorities ===		=== Technological and thematic priorities ===
			'''Main Technological Domains (by Streams):'''
			* '''Stream A:''' Evolution of 5G toward pre-6G (sunset after WP2022).
			* '''Stream B:''' Revolutionary & evolutionary 6G R&I (low–medium TRL: AI-native networks, devices, IoT, software).
			* '''Stream C:''' Enablers & federated experimental infrastructures — integration of microelectronics, photonics, cloud–edge–IoT continuum.
			* '''Stream D:''' Large-scale trials & pilots with verticals, progressively incorporating 6G functions and immersive communications.
			'''Cross-cutting Topics:'''
			* Sustainability and energy efficiency
			* Ethics, privacy, cybersecurity, and trustworthiness
			* '''Standards and interoperability frameworks''' ([https://www.w3.org/ W3C], [https://www.iso.org ISO]/[https://www.iec.ch IEC], [https://www.ieee.org/ IEEE], [https://www.3gpp.org/ 3GPP]) - explicitly added from EC building blocks
			* '''Digital identity and authentication mechanisms''' (aligned with [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2014/910/oj/eng eIDAS] / [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/EN/legal-content/summary/the-establishment-of-the-european-digital-identity-framework-including-the-provision-of-european-digital-identity-wallets-and-trust-services.html European Digital Identity Wallet])
			* SME participation, open innovation diffusion, and impact assessment via [https://hsbooster.eu/events/impact-assessment-and-facilitation-action-iafa-first-step-6g-research-and-vision IAFAs]

	* '''Main Technological Domains (by Streams):'''
	** '''Stream A:''' Evolution of 5G toward pre-6G (sunset after WP2022).
	** '''Stream B:''' Revolutionary & evolutionary 6G R&I (low–medium TRL: AI-native networks, devices, IoT, software).
	** '''Stream C:''' Enablers & federated experimental infrastructures — integration of microelectronics, photonics, cloud–edge–IoT continuum.
	** '''Stream D:''' Large-scale trials & pilots with verticals, progressively incorporating 6G functions and immersive communications.
	* '''Cross-cutting Topics:'''
	** Sustainability and energy efficiency
	** Ethics, privacy, cybersecurity, and trustworthiness
	** '''Standards and interoperability frameworks''' ([https://www.w3.org/ W3C], [https://www.iso.org ISO]/[https://www.iec.ch IEC], [https://www.ieee.org/ IEEE], [https://www.3gpp.org/ 3GPP]) - explicitly added from EC building blocks
	** '''Digital identity and authentication mechanisms''' (aligned with [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2014/910/oj/eng eIDAS] / [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/EN/legal-content/summary/the-establishment-of-the-european-digital-identity-framework-including-the-provision-of-european-digital-identity-wallets-and-trust-services.html European Digital Identity Wallet])
	** SME participation, open innovation diffusion, and impact assessment via IAFAs
	* '''Related Infrastructures / Platforms:''' Federated experimental infrastructures (Stream C); synergies with [https://www.eurohpc-ju.europa.eu/index_en HPC], KDT/Chips, [https://adr-association.eu/ AI/Data/Robotics], [https://www.photonics21.org/ Photonics21], and [https://gaia-x.eu/ GAIA-X] (cloud–edge–IoT continuum).		* '''Related Infrastructures / Platforms:''' Federated experimental infrastructures (Stream C); synergies with [https://www.eurohpc-ju.europa.eu/index_en HPC], KDT/Chips, [https://adr-association.eu/ AI/Data/Robotics], [https://www.photonics21.org/ Photonics21], and [https://gaia-x.eu/ GAIA-X] (cloud–edge–IoT continuum).
	* '''Interdependencies / Synergies with Other SRIDAs:''' Strong connections across Cluster 4 partnerships; formal MoUs and joint workshops with [https://adr-association.eu/ ADRA], [https://www.photonics21.org/ Photonics21], and [https://www.chips-ju.europa.eu/ Key Digital Technologies JU;] co-shaping of future work programmes through biennial consultations.		* '''Interdependencies / Synergies with Other SRIDAs:''' Strong connections across Cluster 4 partnerships; formal MoUs and joint workshops with [https://adr-association.eu/ ADRA], [https://www.photonics21.org/ Photonics21], and [https://www.chips-ju.europa.eu/ Key Digital Technologies JU;] co-shaping of future work programmes through biennial consultations.
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	\|'''EC Technical Building Block'''		\|'''EC Technical Building Block'''
	\|'''SNS SRIA Streams / Topics'''		\|'''SNS SRIA Streams / Topics'''
	\|-		\|-
	\|'''Connectivity (5G/6G)'''		\|'''Connectivity (5G/6G)'''
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	* '''Leading Organisations / Associations:''' [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/ SNS JU], co-developed by [https://6g-ia.eu/ 6G-IA] and [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe] (>1 000 entities).		* '''Leading Organisations / Associations:''' [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/ SNS JU], co-developed by [https://6g-ia.eu/ 6G-IA] and [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe] (>1 000 entities).
	* '''Stakeholder Groups:''' Industry, academia, research institutes, SMEs, public bodies.		* '''Stakeholder Groups:''' Industry, academia, research institutes, SMEs, public bodies.
	* '''Engagement Mechanisms:''' IAFA (Impact Assessment and Facilitation Actions), open consultations, thematic workshops, joint [https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/research-area/transport/public-private-partnerships_en#contractualpublicprivatepartnerships Public-Private Partnership] (PPP) events.		* '''Engagement Mechanisms:''' [https://hsbooster.eu/events/impact-assessment-and-facilitation-action-iafa-first-step-6g-research-and-vision IAFA] (Impact Assessment and Facilitation Actions), open consultations, thematic workshops, joint [https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/research-area/transport/public-private-partnerships_en#contractualpublicprivatepartnerships Public-Private Partnership] (PPP) events.
	* '''Update Frequency:''' Biennial SRIA revision (next expected 2025).		* '''Update Frequency:''' Biennial SRIA revision (next expected 2025).
	* '''Contact / Participation Info:''' Engage via [https://6g-ia.eu/6g-ia-working-groups/ 6G-IA Working Groups], [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe] consultation lists, and the [https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101095841 SNS ICE] [https://rea.ec.europa.eu/horizon-europe-how-apply_en Coordination and Supporting Action] (CSA) coordination platform.		* '''Contact / Participation Info:''' Engage via [https://6g-ia.eu/6g-ia-working-groups/ 6G-IA Working Groups], [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe] consultation lists, and the [https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101095841 SNS ICE] [https://rea.ec.europa.eu/horizon-europe-how-apply_en Coordination and Supporting Action] (CSA) coordination platform.

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	\|'''EC Technical Building Block'''		\|'''EC Technical Building Block'''
	\|'''SNS SRIA Streams / Topics'''		\|'''SNS SRIA Streams / Topics'''
	~~\|'''OPENVERSE Orchestration Relevance'''~~
	\|-		\|-
	\|'''Connectivity (5G/6G)'''		\|'''Connectivity (5G/6G)'''
	\|Streams B–D – deterministic low-latency, high-throughput, secure connectivity		\|Streams B–D – deterministic low-latency, high-throughput, secure connectivity
	~~\|Foundational enabler for immersive, persistent virtual worlds~~
	\|-		\|-
	\|'''Cloud–Edge–IoT Continuum'''		\|'''Cloud–Edge–IoT Continuum'''
	\|Stream C – distributed programmable networks, edge orchestration		\|Stream C – distributed programmable networks, edge orchestration
	~~\|Supports spatial computing and data offloading for XR~~
	\|-		\|-
	\|'''High-Performance Computing (HPC)'''		\|'''High-Performance Computing (HPC)'''
	\|Stream C – integration with HPC and photonics for simulation & AI training		\|Stream C – integration with HPC and photonics for simulation & AI training
	~~\|Enables rendering, AI model execution for immersive services~~
	\|-		\|-
	\|'''Artificial Intelligence / AIoT'''		\|'''Artificial Intelligence / AIoT'''
	\|Stream B – AI-native networks, distributed intelligence		\|Stream B – AI-native networks, distributed intelligence
	~~\|Bridges adaptive network management and autonomous agents~~
	\|-		\|-
	\|'''Digital Twins'''		\|'''Digital Twins'''
	\|Streams B & D – digital-twin communication models		\|Streams B & D – digital-twin communication models
	~~\|Common ground for industrial, cultural, and mobility use-cases~~
	\|-		\|-
	\|'''Extended Reality (XR)'''		\|'''Extended Reality (XR)'''
	\|Stream D – immersive communication & human–digital convergence		\|Stream D – immersive communication & human–digital convergence
	~~\|Connects directly to OPENVERSE’s virtual-world domain~~
	\|-		\|-
	\|'''Microelectronics & Photonics'''		\|'''Microelectronics & Photonics'''
	\|Stream C – component integration for energy efficiency		\|Stream C – component integration for energy efficiency
	~~\|Hardware foundation for immersive displays, sensing~~
	\|-		\|-
	\|'''Blockchain / DLT'''		\|'''Blockchain / DLT'''
	\|IAFA topics – trusted transactions, security layers		\|IAFA topics – trusted transactions, security layers
	~~\|Supports virtual economies and decentralised governance~~
	\|-		\|-
	\|'''Digital Identity'''		\|'''Digital Identity'''
	\|Trust frameworks in Stream D pilots		\|Trust frameworks in Stream D pilots
	~~\|Essential for identity portability across virtual environments~~
	\|-		\|-
	\|'''Standards & Interoperability'''		\|'''Standards & Interoperability'''
	\|Cross-cutting – alignment with 3GPP, ETSI, ISO, IEEE		\|Cross-cutting – alignment with 3GPP, ETSI, ISO, IEEE
	~~\|Crucial for OPENVERSE’s role as orchestrator and policy bridge~~
	\|-		\|-
	\|'''Integration & Engineering of Platforms'''		\|'''Integration & Engineering of Platforms'''
	\|Overall coordination (SNS JU / 6G-IA / Networld Europe)		\|Overall coordination (SNS JU / 6G-IA / Networld Europe)
	~~\|Directly aligns with OPENVERSE’s CSA mission: system-level integration~~
	\|}		\|}

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	* '''Contact / Participation Info:''' Engage via [https://6g-ia.eu/6g-ia-working-groups/ 6G-IA Working Groups], [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe] consultation lists, and the [https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101095841 SNS ICE] [https://rea.ec.europa.eu/horizon-europe-how-apply_en Coordination and Supporting Action] (CSA) coordination platform.		* '''Contact / Participation Info:''' Engage via [https://6g-ia.eu/6g-ia-working-groups/ 6G-IA Working Groups], [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe] consultation lists, and the [https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101095841 SNS ICE] [https://rea.ec.europa.eu/horizon-europe-how-apply_en Coordination and Supporting Action] (CSA) coordination platform.

	=== Alignment with ~~OPENVERSE~~ ===		=== Alignment with Virtual Worlds ===

	* '''Relevance to ~~OPENVERSE~~ Domains:'''		* '''Relevance to Virtual Worlds Domains:'''
	** Provides the ''infrastructure backbone'' for interoperable, trustworthy, and energy-efficient virtual worlds.		** Provides the ''infrastructure backbone'' for interoperable, trustworthy, and energy-efficient virtual worlds.
	** Incorporates '''digital twins''', '''immersive communications''', and '''AI-native architectures''' - direct enablers for OPENVERSE’s cross-initiative orchestration.		** Incorporates '''digital twins''', '''immersive communications''', and '''AI-native architectures''' - direct enablers for OPENVERSE’s cross-initiative orchestration.

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			<blockquote>'''AI Acknowledgement'''

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	== '''Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking SRIA (2nd edition, 2023)''' ==		== '''Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking SRIA (2nd edition, 2023)''' ==
	The [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/ Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking] [[SRIA]] establishes Europe’s path toward 6G networks as the foundation for future immersive, intelligent, and sustainable digital ecosystems. It orchestrates R&I across revolutionary technologies, experimental infrastructures, and vertical pilots (Streams B–D), combining policy and industrial drivers. By integrating connectivity, edge computing, AI, photonics, and trust frameworks, it directly supports the [https://commission.europa.eu/ European Commission]’s ''Web 4.0'' building blocks.		The [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/ Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking] [[SRIA]] establishes Europe’s path toward 6G networks as the foundation for future immersive, intelligent, and sustainable digital ecosystems. It orchestrates R&I across revolutionary technologies, experimental infrastructures, and vertical pilots (Streams B–D), combining policy and industrial drivers. By integrating connectivity, edge computing, AI, photonics, and trust frameworks, it directly supports the [https://commission.europa.eu/ European Commission]’s ''Web 4.0'' building blocks.

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== '''Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking SRIA (2nd edition, 2023)''' ==
The [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/ Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking] [[SRIA]] establishes Europe’s path toward 6G networks as the foundation for future immersive, intelligent, and sustainable digital ecosystems. It orchestrates R&I across revolutionary technologies, experimental infrastructures, and vertical pilots (Streams B–D), combining policy and industrial drivers. By integrating connectivity, edge computing, AI, photonics, and trust frameworks, it directly supports the [https://commission.europa.eu/ European Commission]’s ''Web 4.0'' building blocks.

For '''OPENVERSE''', SNS provides the '''connectivity and orchestration pillar''' of virtual worlds. Its Streams map cleanly to the [https://commission.europa.eu/ European Commission]’s technical building blocks, offering multiple interfaces for OPENVERSE to operate as an ecosystem glue — aligning standards, ensuring interoperability, and promoting responsible, energy-efficient immersive services.

=== 6G SNS — Building-Block-Aligned SRIA Analysis ===
'''Basic Identification'''
* '''Initiative / Partnership Name:''' [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/ Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking] (SNS JU)
* '''Full SRIDA Title & Version:''' ''Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda 2021–2027, 2nd Edition (Brussels, 2023)''
* '''Publication / Last Update Date:''' 2023 (Second Edition)
* '''Governing Body / Association:''' SNS JU; SRIA prepared by [https://6g-ia.eu/ 6G-IA] and [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe ETP]
* '''Type:''' EU [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/EN/legal-content/glossary/joint-undertakings.html Joint Undertaking]
* '''Website / Source:''' [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/reference-documents/ 6G SNS Reference Documents]

=== Strategic orientation ===

* '''Vision Statement:''' Europe to lead creation of next-generation smart network technologies and services (6G), safeguarding EU values (security, privacy) and strengthening technological sovereignty; full digitalisation of verticals and public administration.
* '''Core Mission / Objectives:''' Define and implement R&I and deployment roadmaps for 6G; ensure positive impact on citizens’ quality of life and Europe’s data economy.
* '''Key Strategic Pillars / Focus Areas:''' Drivers from society, policy, and business; convergence of physical–human–digital worlds; deterministic E2E services; integrated sensing/communication; trustworthiness, sustainability, and affordability.
* '''Expected Outcomes / KPIs:''' SME participation (~20%), standardisation deliverables, number of trials/pilots, and open infrastructure reuse; biennial SRIA updates.
* '''Policy Alignment:''' Horizon Europe KSOs (A & C), Digital Europe Programme synergies, and alignment with the ''Chips Act'' and ''Green Deal'' sustainability metrics.

=== Technological and thematic priorities ===

* '''Main Technological Domains (by Streams):'''
** '''Stream A:''' Evolution of 5G toward pre-6G (sunset after WP2022).
** '''Stream B:''' Revolutionary & evolutionary 6G R&I (low–medium TRL: AI-native networks, devices, IoT, software).
** '''Stream C:''' Enablers & federated experimental infrastructures — integration of microelectronics, photonics, cloud–edge–IoT continuum.
** '''Stream D:''' Large-scale trials & pilots with verticals, progressively incorporating 6G functions and immersive communications.
* '''Cross-cutting Topics:'''
** Sustainability and energy efficiency
** Ethics, privacy, cybersecurity, and trustworthiness
** '''Standards and interoperability frameworks''' ([https://www.w3.org/ W3C], [https://www.iso.org ISO]/[https://www.iec.ch IEC], [https://www.ieee.org/ IEEE], [https://www.3gpp.org/ 3GPP]) - explicitly added from EC building blocks
** '''Digital identity and authentication mechanisms''' (aligned with [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2014/910/oj/eng eIDAS] / [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/EN/legal-content/summary/the-establishment-of-the-european-digital-identity-framework-including-the-provision-of-european-digital-identity-wallets-and-trust-services.html European Digital Identity Wallet])
** SME participation, open innovation diffusion, and impact assessment via IAFAs
* '''Related Infrastructures / Platforms:''' Federated experimental infrastructures (Stream C); synergies with [https://www.eurohpc-ju.europa.eu/index_en HPC], KDT/Chips, [https://adr-association.eu/ AI/Data/Robotics], [https://www.photonics21.org/ Photonics21], and [https://gaia-x.eu/ GAIA-X] (cloud–edge–IoT continuum).
* '''Interdependencies / Synergies with Other SRIDAs:''' Strong connections across Cluster 4 partnerships; formal MoUs and joint workshops with [https://adr-association.eu/ ADRA], [https://www.photonics21.org/ Photonics21], and [https://www.chips-ju.europa.eu/ Key Digital Technologies JU;] co-shaping of future work programmes through biennial consultations.

=== Building blocks alignment ===
{| class="wikitable"
|'''EC Technical Building Block'''
|'''SNS SRIA Streams / Topics'''
|'''OPENVERSE Orchestration Relevance'''
|-
|'''Connectivity (5G/6G)'''
|Streams B–D – deterministic low-latency, high-throughput, secure connectivity
|Foundational enabler for immersive, persistent virtual worlds
|-
|'''Cloud–Edge–IoT Continuum'''
|Stream C – distributed programmable networks, edge orchestration
|Supports spatial computing and data offloading for XR
|-
|'''High-Performance Computing (HPC)'''
|Stream C – integration with HPC and photonics for simulation & AI training
|Enables rendering, AI model execution for immersive services
|-
|'''Artificial Intelligence / AIoT'''
|Stream B – AI-native networks, distributed intelligence
|Bridges adaptive network management and autonomous agents
|-
|'''Digital Twins'''
|Streams B & D – digital-twin communication models
|Common ground for industrial, cultural, and mobility use-cases
|-
|'''Extended Reality (XR)'''
|Stream D – immersive communication & human–digital convergence
|Connects directly to OPENVERSE’s virtual-world domain
|-
|'''Microelectronics & Photonics'''
|Stream C – component integration for energy efficiency
|Hardware foundation for immersive displays, sensing
|-
|'''Blockchain / DLT'''
|IAFA topics – trusted transactions, security layers
|Supports virtual economies and decentralised governance
|-
|'''Digital Identity'''
|Trust frameworks in Stream D pilots
|Essential for identity portability across virtual environments
|-
|'''Standards & Interoperability'''
|Cross-cutting – alignment with 3GPP, ETSI, ISO, IEEE
|Crucial for OPENVERSE’s role as orchestrator and policy bridge
|-
|'''Integration & Engineering of Platforms'''
|Overall coordination (SNS JU / 6G-IA / Networld Europe)
|Directly aligns with OPENVERSE’s CSA mission: system-level integration
|}

=== Governance and ecosystem ===

* '''Leading Organisations / Associations:''' [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/ SNS JU], co-developed by [https://6g-ia.eu/ 6G-IA] and [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe] (>1 000 entities).
* '''Stakeholder Groups:''' Industry, academia, research institutes, SMEs, public bodies.
* '''Engagement Mechanisms:''' IAFA (Impact Assessment and Facilitation Actions), open consultations, thematic workshops, joint [https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/research-area/transport/public-private-partnerships_en#contractualpublicprivatepartnerships Public-Private Partnership] (PPP) events.
* '''Update Frequency:''' Biennial SRIA revision (next expected 2025).
* '''Contact / Participation Info:''' Engage via [https://6g-ia.eu/6g-ia-working-groups/ 6G-IA Working Groups], [https://www.networldeurope.eu/ Networld Europe] consultation lists, and the [https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101095841 SNS ICE] [https://rea.ec.europa.eu/horizon-europe-how-apply_en Coordination and Supporting Action] (CSA) coordination platform.

=== Alignment with OPENVERSE ===

* '''Relevance to OPENVERSE Domains:'''
** Provides the ''infrastructure backbone'' for interoperable, trustworthy, and energy-efficient virtual worlds.
** Incorporates '''digital twins''', '''immersive communications''', and '''AI-native architectures''' - direct enablers for OPENVERSE’s cross-initiative orchestration.
* '''Potential Collaboration Layers:'''
** Participate in '''IAFA cycles''' and '''biennial partnership workshops''' to align performance metrics (latency, trust, sustainability) with immersive-world needs.
** Collaborate on '''Stream C infrastructures''' for XR/virtual-world experimentation.
** Contribute to '''standardisation activities''' ([https://www.3gpp.org/ 3GPP], [https://www.w3.org/ W3C], [https://www.iso.org/ ISO]) ensuring 6G-enabled interoperability

=== Document metadata ===

* '''Keywords / Tags:''' 6G, immersive communication, digital twins, sustainability, AIoT, interoperability, trust, photonics, standards.
* '''Referenced Horizon Europe Clusters:''' [https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/funding/funding-opportunities/funding-programmes-and-open-calls/horizon-europe/cluster-4-digital-industry-and-space_en Cluster 4 - Digital, Industry & Space].
* '''TRL Ranges Mentioned:''' Stream B (low–medium [[wikipedia:Technology_readiness_level|Technology Readiness Level]] TRL 3-6).
* '''Budget / Investment Priorities:''' Emphasis on high-risk research, SME engagement, open infrastructure reuse.
* '''Policy References:''' Horizon Europe KSOs, [http://sdgs.un.org/goals UN Sustainable Development Goals], [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dec/2022/2481/oj/eng 2030 Digital Decade Policy Programme], [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2023/1781/oj Chips Act], [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2024/1689/oj/eng Artificial Intelligence Act], [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2019/881/oj Cybersecurity Act].