ISACA EUROPE LIMITED

LEAD-PRO focuses on mature technological solutions, achieving a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 8, fostering collaboration among SMEs from different Member States, fostering collaboration among SMEs from different Member States, involving LEA/First Responder end-users in the validation process, and promoting collaboration between small technology companies and research organisations. With a consortium comprising three SMEs from Spain, Lithuania, Ireland, as well as three partner LEAs serving as end users from Spain, Lithuania, Latvia, complemented by dynamic NGO, the project spans 24 months. The project's primary aim is to equip LEAs and first responders with advanced AI-based tools and technologies that enhance their capabilities across all operational phases and contribute to digital societal resilience. The LEAD-PRO solution encompasses three advances: *Real-Time Information Collection and Analysis for Disaster Prediction: The project develops an innovative platform for gathering, processing, and sharing real-time data and information. This includes CCTV, cameras, drones, and anomaly detection systems. The platform integrates state-of-the-art technologies such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and big data to create a robust warning system and enhance geolocation capabilities for both the public and rescue teams. *Optimisation of Disaster Prevention: LEAD-PRO exploits monitoring data, satellite/remote sensing information, and artificial intelligence to conduct high-level assessments. This involves optimising the processing of data from satellite and aerial imagery, sensor networks, and weather information. *Robust Response for Better Recovery: The project focuses on innovative solutions for post-crisis and disaster recovery, including robotics for tasks in hazardous areas. Utilizing UAV/UAS for assessing areas of interest, the project addresses energy and data network rehabilitation, autonomous systems, and decentralised operation.

EC contribution:

EUR 259k

Start:

2024-09-01

End:

2026-08-31

Status:

SIGNED

Scheme:

HORIZON-IA

Call:

HORIZON-CL3-2023-SSRI-01

View on CORDIS (DOI 10.3030/101168492)

"The project ""FORCE"" - Fostering Optimal Regulatory Compliance for Cryptocurrencies: An Interdisciplinary Approach - addresses the urgent need for innovative Anti-Money Laundering (AML) systems tailored to the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency ecosystem. Cryptocurrencies, including decentralised finance (DeFi) platforms, have significantly changed the global financial landscape, enhancing financial inclusivity and operational efficiency. However, these technologies' pseudonymous and decentralised nature also creates vulnerabilities that traditional AML systems cannot adequately address. This project aims to bridge this gap through an interdisciplinary research program combining blockchain analytics (business), artificial intelligence (AI), quantum-safe cryptography (cybersecurity), regulatory compliance frameworks (legal), decentralised finance (finance), digital EURO (business and management), education and training. By uniting expertise from academic institutions and dynamic SMEs across Europe, the project will facilitate the development of real-time, efficient, and secure solutions to combat money laundering and financial crime in cryptocurrency markets. Additionally, the project will promote cross-border collaboration, a key priority of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Staff Exchange Program, ensuring that these AML systems are globally applicable and aligned with international regulatory frameworks. The overarching objective of FORCE is to create novel, scalable, and future-proof AML solutions for cryptocurrency ecosystems. Specifically, the research will focus on the following objectives: blockchain analytics & AI for AML, quantum-safe cryptography, global regulatory compliance, and cross-border AML enforcement. "

EC contribution:

EUR 150k

Start:

2025-10-01

End:

2029-09-30

Status:

SIGNED

Scheme:

HORIZON-TMA-MSCA-SE

Call:

HORIZON-MSCA-2024-SE-01