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== EU Cloud-Edge-IoT Continuum R&I Roadmap (2024) ==
The ''[https://eucloudedgeiot.eu/research-innovation-roadmap/ EU Cloud-Edge-IoT Continuum R&I Roadmap (2024)]'' defines a unified trajectory for Europe’s computing continuum — merging cloud, edge, IoT, and AI into a secure, sustainable, and sovereign digital infrastructure. It addresses fragmentation by fostering open standards, data spaces, and trust frameworks aligned with European values.

For '''OPENVERSE''', this roadmap is the '''foundational layer''' of the ecosystem — the engine for data, compute, and network interoperability that underpins immersive, AI-driven virtual worlds. Collaboration through [https://eucloudedgeiot.eu/working-groups/ NexusForum Working Groups] would allow OPENVERSE to influence next-generation interoperability standards, sustainability metrics, and federated AI governance across Europe’s digital continuum.

=== Basic Identification ===

'''Initiative / Partnership Name:''' [https://eucloudedgeiot.eu/ European Cloud, Edge & IoT Continuum] ([https://nexusforum.eu/ NexusForum.EU])

'''Full SRIDA Title & Version:''' ''[https://eucloudedgeiot.eu/research-innovation-roadmap/ Cognitive Computing Continuum Research & Innovation Roadmap for Europe – 2nd Public Version]''

'''Publication / Last Update Date:''' October 2024 (mid-term roadmap update; final due 2026)

'''Governing Body / Association:''' NexusForum.EU consortium supported by Horizon Europe; coordinated with the [https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/policies/cloud-alliance European Alliance for Industrial Data, Edge and Cloud].

'''Type:''' [https://rea.ec.europa.eu/horizon-europe-how-apply_en Coordination and Support Action (CSA)] / multi-stakeholder roadmap.

'''Website / Source:''' [https://eucloudedgeiot.eu/ eucloudedgeiot.eu] – roadmap document.

=== Strategic Orientation ===

'''Vision Statement:''' ''“Achieve a federated, secure, AI-driven European computing continuum bridging cloud, edge, IoT, and AI to deliver digital sovereignty and competitiveness.”''

'''Mission:'''
# Federate Europe’s cloud-edge ecosystem through interoperability and open standards.
# Enable trustworthy, energy-efficient infrastructures for AI deployment.
# Strengthen Europe’s sovereignty and reduce dependency on non-EU hyperscalers.

'''Strategic Drivers:'''
* Competitiveness Compass, Connected Collaborative Networks White Paper.
* EU Digital Strategy, NIS2, Cyber Resilience Act, Chips Act, and upcoming EU Cloud Certification Scheme (EUCS).

'''Expected Outcomes / KPIs:'''
* Establish a European cognitive computing continuum by 2030.
* Interoperable multi-provider infrastructures with sovereign control.
* Integration of AI, edge, and cloud with sustainability and trust metrics.

'''Policy Alignment:'''
* [https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/activities/digital-programme Digital Europe Programme];
* [https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/policies/strategy-data Data Strategy];
* [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2024/1689/oj/eng AI Act];
* [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX:52019DC0640 Green Deal];
* [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2023/1781/oj Chips Act];
* [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2024/2847/oj/eng Cyber Resilience Act].

=== Technological & Thematic Priorities ===
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Priority Area'''
|'''Main Goals / Activities'''
|-
|'''1. Secure, Interoperable, Sovereign Continuum'''
|Harmonise EU markets; strengthen open-source governance (RISC-V); ensure compliance with NIS2, CRA, EUCS
|-
|'''2. Intelligent, Autonomous, Resilient Management'''
|AI-driven orchestration across federated infrastructures; privacy-preserving federated computing; confidential computing
|-
|'''3. Data-Driven AI & Innovation Enablement'''
|Expand common European Data Spaces; portable AI apps; federated AI model training; middleware & compiler research
|-
|'''4. Sustainable, Energy-Efficient Computing'''
|Carbon-aware orchestration; AI-based energy optimisation; co-designed hardware/software for efficiency; renewable integration
|-
|'''5. Telco–Cloud–AI Convergence'''
|Open RAN, next-gen telco-cloud; predictive handover; IT/OT integration; digital twins & smart environments for Industry 4.0
|}

* '''Cross-Cutting Topics:''' Open standards, interoperability, ethics, sustainability, international cooperation (Japan, Korea).
* '''Synergies:''' [https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/policies/cloud-alliance Alliance for Industrial Data, Edge & Cloud]; [https://www.8ra.com/ipcei-cis/ IPCEI-CIS]; [https://www.eurohpc-ju.europa.eu/index_en EuroHPC]; [https://dssc.eu/ Data Spaces Support Centre]; [https://smart-networks.europa.eu/ SNS JU]; [https://adr-association.eu/ ADRA].

=== Governance & Ecosystem ===

'''Leadership:''' NexusForum.EU consortium (representing cloud/edge/AI stakeholders) under Horizon Europe.

'''Ecosystem:''' Providers (cloud, telco, AI, edge), industrial users, research, and public authorities.

'''Engagement Mechanisms:'''
* Working Groups and Public Consultations (2024–26) for roadmap updates.
* Liaison with European Alliance for Industrial Data, Edge & Cloud.
* Open participation via NexusForum portal.

'''Update Frequency:''' Biennial; final version due mid-2026.

'''International Dimension:''' Planned cooperation with '''Japan''' and '''Korea''' for cross-federation alignment.

=== Building-Block Crosswalk (Staff Working Document Alignment) ===
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Technical Building Block'''
|'''Continuum Roadmap Focus'''
|-
|'''Cloud–Edge–IoT Continuum'''
|Core concept: multi-provider federated architecture
|-
|'''AI & ML'''
|AI-driven orchestration, federated learning, generative AI support
|-
|'''Data Spaces & Interoperability'''
|Expansion of Common European Data Spaces
|-
|'''Digital Twins & Cyber-Physical Systems'''
|Industrial & urban twins, AR/VR use cases
|-
|'''Sustainability & Energy Efficiency'''
|Carbon-aware computing & co-design
|-
|'''Cybersecurity & Trust'''
|NIS2, CRA, EUCS compliance; confidential computing
|-
|'''Open-Source & Standards'''
|Promotion of RISC-V and open governance
|-
|'''Telco–AI Convergence'''
|O-RAN, predictive handover, 5G/6G integration
|}

=== Alignment with OPENVERSE ===

'''Relevance to OPENVERSE Domains:'''
* Provides '''infrastructure backbone''' for compute, data, and AI continuity across sectors.
* Integrates '''trust, sovereignty, and sustainability''' principles central to OPENVERSE’s mission.
* Offers testbeds for XR, digital twins, and energy-aware virtual-world applications.

=== SRIDA Document Metadata ===

'''Keywords / Tags:''' Cloud computing, edge, IoT, AI, interoperability, data spaces, digital sovereignty, open source, RISC-V, energy efficiency, O-RAN, digital twin.

'''Referenced HE 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)];
* links to [https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/funding/funding-opportunities/funding-programmes-and-open-calls/horizon-europe/cluster-5-climate-energy-and-mobility_en Cluster 5 (Climate, Mobility & Energy).]

'''TRL Range:''' 3 – 8 (research to pilot deployment).

'''Investment Priorities:''' Open-source hardware/software; AI acceleration; secure federation middleware; energy-efficient infrastructure.

'''Policy References:'''
* [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX%3A32022D2481 Digital Decade Policy Programme 2030];
* [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2023/2854/oj/eng Data Act];
* [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2024/1689/oj/eng Artificial Intelligence Act];
* [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dir/2022/2555/2022-12-27/eng NIS2];
* [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2024/2847/oj/eng Cyber Resilience Act];
* [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2023/1781/oj Chips Act];
* [https://www.enisa.europa.eu/publications/eucs-cloud-service-scheme EUCS].

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