Discover the 8ra Initiative
Shaping Europe’s Next Generation Cloud Infrastructure and Services
The 8ra Initiative is driving the development of a sovereign, interoperable, and secure Multi-Provider Cloud-Edge Continuum. With more than 120 partners from 12 EU Member States, the 8ra Initiative fosters open collaboration to create a resilient and scalable digital infrastructure tailored to Europe’s needs.
By promoting open-source innovation, interoperability, and cross-border cooperation, the 8ra Initiative empowers industries, researchers, and policymakers to shape the next generation of cloud and edge computing. Whether in AI, data spaces, telecommunications, or the industrial metaverse, the 8ra Initiative enables groundbreaking advancements free from vendor lock-in.
Explore how the 8ra Initiative is transforming Europe’s digital ecosystem and join the movement toward a truly federated cloud-edge future.
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© metamorworks – stock.adobe.com SAP Webcast: Strengthening Digital Sovereignty for Europe
On 8 May 2025, SAP will host a public webcast introducing the Apeiro Reference Architecture (ApeiroRA) – a strategic architecture contributing to the development of a Multi-Provider Cloud-Edge Continuum across Europe. The session will also present the newly launched open-source NeoNephos Foundation, an open and neutral governance structure designed to foster collaboration and transparency.
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© metamorworks – stock.adobe.com Panel Discussion: Enabling a Multi-Provider Sovereign Cloud for AI
On 30 April 2025, OpenNebula Systems will host a panel discussion bringing together cloud service providers who will share insights into the challenges of building a resilient and adaptable multi-provider ecosystem. Participants will explore how common APIs, open standards, and open source technologies are shaping the deployment and management of AI workloads.
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© DLR Strong Presence at Hannover Fair
At this year’s Hannover Fair, the 8ra Initiative made a lasting impression on a diverse audience with exciting projects and innovative demonstrators. International delegations, as well as leading representatives from business, industry and politics showed particular interest. Many were enthusiastic about the new approach of a scalable multi-provider cloud-edge continuum.