Connecting Europe Facility Overview
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What is the primary objective of the Portal?

  • To develop new legal frameworks for technology usage
  • To combat cybercrime in Europe
  • To facilitate access to justice and electronic judicial proceedings (correct)
  • To enhance public security measures across EU Member States

Which of the following is a module included in the Portal?

  • Digital Privacy Register
  • European Court Database (correct)
  • Global Trade Identifier
  • International Trade Database

What was the funding amount allocated for the CEF Telecom e-Justice calls?

  • EUR 7.49 million (correct)
  • EUR 12 million
  • EUR 5 million
  • EUR 10 million

How many Actions were supported under the CEF Telecom e-Justice calls?

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Which of the following was a specific outcome of the Action relating to the Lithuanian National systems?

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What benefit did the new e-services developed provide to citizens?

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Which system enables electronic ordering of multilingual standard forms in all EU official languages?

<p>Consular Post System (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the administrative burden was notably reduced by the Action?

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What is the official designation of French Guiana?

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Which of the following is true about the location of French Guiana?

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What is the main characteristic of the government of French Guiana?

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Which language is primarily spoken in French Guiana?

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Which of the following geographical features is located in French Guiana?

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What is a significant economic activity in French Guiana?

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Which aspect of French Guiana's culture is most influenced by its indigenous populations?

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What is the primary environmental concern in French Guiana?

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What does CEF Telecom primarily aim to improve?

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Which strategic objective is linked to CEF Telecom actions?

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What are the two main pillars of CEF Telecom?

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Who manages the Connecting Europe Broadband Fund?

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What is the primary goal of Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs)?

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What initiative aims to provide high-quality local wireless connectivity?

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What is the primary purpose of CEF Telecom investments?

<p>Supporting digitalisation and connectivity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does not fall under CEF Telecom's focus areas?

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Which Digital Service Infrastructure (DSI) had the highest funding allocation?

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What is the primary goal of eDelivery?

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Which DSI focuses on overcoming language barriers?

<p>eTranslation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much funding was allocated for the eArchiving DSI?

<p>€0.8 million (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What technology is utilized by the Blockchain DSI?

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What is the funding amount designated for supporting the mutual recognition of national electronic signatures?

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Which DSI is associated with the interoperability in health and social security rights?

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How many actions were planned under the eInvoicing DSI?

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What was the total funding amount for generic services between 2014 and 2020?

<p>EUR 275.6 million (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many actions were funded during the 47 calls launched?

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What was the total investment in sector-specific DSI Core Service Platforms?

<p>EUR 170 million (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sector-specific DSIs received the highest funding?

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What type of functionalities will most DSIs reuse?

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Which sector-specific DSI received the least funding?

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What was the funding amount for the European e-Justice Portal?

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Which funding amount corresponds to the number of actions for the Digital Services DSI?

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What is the primary function of the European e-Justice Portal?

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How many sector-specific DSIs received a funding of more than EUR 30 million?

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Which sector-specific DSI had the highest number of actions funded?

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What amount was funded for the sector-specific DSI related to Security?

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Which DSI received a total funding of EUR 2.4 million?

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Which sector-specific DSI was funded with EUR 8.9 million?

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Which of the following is a territory of France?

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Which location is known for its tropical climate and is a French territory?

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What distinguishes New Caledonia in terms of geographical classification?

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Which of the following statements about La Réunion is true?

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Which of these territories primarily speaks French due to its political status?

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How is La Réunion politically classified?

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In which ocean is New Caledonia primarily located?

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What is a common characteristic of both New Caledonia and La Réunion?

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What is the estimated investment that can be unlocked by the CEBF target size of EUR 500–600 million?

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How many projects has the Fund signed so far under the Digital Europe Programme?

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What does the second generation of the Connecting Europe Facility primarily focus on?

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Which country received the highest funding amount in the provided funding table?

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Which of the following countries received the least funding according to the funding table?

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What budgetary support is planned for the deployment of digital services infrastructure and connectivity?

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What is one of the primary aims of the Digital Europe Programme?

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What is the total expected commitment amount from the signed projects under the Fund?

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What was a key benefit of the 2018 call for cultural institutions during the pandemic?

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Which approach was NOT used to enhance content accessibility through Europeana?

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How much funding was allocated in total for the CEF Telecom initiative?

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What was a significant outcome of the semantic enrichment process mentioned in the calls?

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Which category of data is NOT mentioned as being published by public institutions in Europe?

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What was the main focus of the 2019 call directed towards cultural institutions?

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How many countries were involved in the projects promoted by CEF Telecom?

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What is the primary economic potential of the public data published by institutions?

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What is the primary aim of the Nordic Observatory for Digital Media and Information Disorder (NORDIS)?

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Which countries are primarily involved in the NORDIS hub?

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What type of knowledge do the regional hubs like NORDIS aim to provide?

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What is one expected outcome of the work done by the NORDIS hub?

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How many partners were involved in the NORDIS hub?

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What is a specific challenge that NORDIS aims to address?

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What type of solution does the NORDIS hub provide for implementation at the national and European level?

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Which of the following countries is NOT part of the national or multinational hubs covered by the EDMO?

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What aspect of the CEF Telecom initiative primarily focuses on enhancing connectivity across Europe?

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Which funding area is specifically targeted by CEF Telecom to aid in digital service infrastructure development?

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Which of the following best defines the goal of Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs)?

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How does the funding of eDelivery influence service interactions?

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Which funding strategy is most likely linked to the development of interoperability in health and social security?

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What is a likely primary concern associated with the funding of sector-specific DSIs?

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Which action would be least affected by the funding allocated for eInvoicing DSI?

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What kind of platforms are commonly utilized by most Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs)?

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What do Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs) primarily enable among Member States?

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Which of the following is NOT classified as a type of Digital Service Infrastructure (DSI)?

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What is a key function of the Core Service Platforms (CSPs) within the DSI framework?

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Which of the following is a building block of the Digital Service Infrastructures?

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How many sector-specific Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs) are listed?

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What key feature do all Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs) share?

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Which Digital Service Infrastructure is designed to support online dispute resolution?

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What role do Generic Services (GS) play in the Digital Service Infrastructures?

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What is a primary objective associated with Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs)?

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Which funding amount was allocated specifically for enhancing electronic invoicing systems?

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What significant benefit does eDelivery provide in the context of digital services?

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Which of the following is considered a sector-specific DSI that focuses on health and social security interoperability?

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How much total funding was designated for generic services in the years 2014 to 2020?

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What is the core focus area of the CEF Telecom initiative?

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Which DSI had the highest funding allocation aimed at overcoming language barriers?

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What type of functionalities are most Digital Service Infrastructures expected to reuse?

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What is the primary goal of income CEFs?

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Which of the following strategies typically involves accepting higher risk for potentially better returns?

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Why is it important to evaluate the management team of a CEF?

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What does the term 'performance measurement' in investment funds refer to?

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Which fund-specific risk requires investors to conduct thorough due diligence?

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What is a key feature that distinguishes Closed-End Funds (CEFs) from open-end mutual funds?

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How do the prices of Closed-End Funds (CEFs) behave in contrast to their net asset value (NAV)?

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Which of the following strategies might a Closed-End Fund (CEF) employ regarding its investment approach?

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What is one potential risk associated with investing in Closed-End Funds (CEFs) that focus on bonds?

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Which statement accurately reflects the trading behavior of Closed-End Funds (CEFs)?

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What factor might lead to a disparity between the market price of a CEF's shares and its net asset value (NAV)?

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In terms of portfolio construction, how do Closed-End Funds (CEFs) differ from mutual funds?

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Which of the following is a potential impact of high expense ratios in a Closed-End Fund (CEF)?

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Flashcards

CEF Telecom

A Connecting Europe Facility initiative focused on digitalisation and connectivity.

Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs)

Cross-border digital solutions for citizens, businesses, and governments.

CEF Broadband

CEF investment in deploying and modernising broadband networks.

WiFi4EU

CEF initiative providing high-quality wireless connectivity in local communities.

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Digital Single Market (DSM)

EU strategy emphasizing digital infrastructure for improving services, expanding choice, and creating employment.

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Connecting Europe Broadband Fund (CEBF)

Provides equity funding for smaller-scale, higher-risk broadband actions.

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Cube Infrastructure Managers

Manages the Connecting Europe Broadband Fund (CEBF).

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European Gigabit Society

EU strategic objectives to be reached by 2025 focusing on Gigabit infrastructure.

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eInvoicing

A European standard for electronic invoicing, helping public entities adopt it.

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eID and eSignature

Using online services by citizens of other EU countries through mutual recognition of electronic IDs and signatures.

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eTranslation

Exchanging information across different languages within the EU Member States.

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eDelivery

Supporting electronic registered delivery of data and documents.

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Blockchain

Enhancing EU-wide, cross-border services by using blockchain technology.

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eArchiving

Facilitating storage and preserving digital information sustainably and interoperably.

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Connecting Europe Facility (CEF)

A grant funding program that supports various online services across Europe.

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Sector-specific DSIs

Solutions for citizens, businesses, & administrations accessing online services in Europe across various fields.

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e-Justice Portal

A European platform using ICT to improve access to justice, facilitating cross-border judicial proceedings and cooperation.

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Interconnectivity

The ability of different EU national systems to connect and share information.

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Insolvency Registers

National databases of insolvency cases.

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European Case Law Identifier (ECLI)

A standardized system for identifying court cases across Europe.

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e-CODEX

Online access to European legal texts.

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e-Evidence

System for digital management of legal evidence.

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Multilingual Standard Forms

Common forms for legal processes available in EU official languages.

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French Guiana

An overseas region of France located in South America.

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New Caledonia (FR)

An overseas territory of France located in the southwest Pacific Ocean.

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La Réunion (FR)

An overseas department of France located in the Indian Ocean.

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CEF Grant Funding

Funding provided by the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) for sector-specific Digital Service Infrastructure (DSI).

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Building Blocks

Common functionalities reused in various sector-specific DSIs.

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DSI Core Service Platforms

Platforms supporting sector-specific DSIs.

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European e-Justice Portal

One-stop online platform for justice-related services in Europe.

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Generic Services

Standard services used across many sectors.

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Funding amount (CEF)

EUR 275.6 million.

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Number of Actions

539 actions were funded by CEF Digital Service Infrastructure (DSI)

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Connecting Europe Facility

European initiative to support digital infrastructure development.

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Digital Service Infrastructure

Projects involving digital services infrastructure.

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Investment (DSI core service)

More than EUR 170 million invested in platforms.

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Number of Calls

47 calls aimed at developing digital services.

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One-stop-shop

A single location to access multiple resources.

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CEF Target Size

The Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) aimed to invest between EUR 500 and 600 million in projects.

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CEF Investment Impact

The CEF investments are expected to generate up to EUR 1.7 billion in additional investments.

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Digital Europe Programme

A program focusing on strategic digital capacities and deployment of digital technologies in the EU.

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Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) 2nd Generation

The second phase of the CEF program focuses on improving digital connectivity infrastructures of common European interest.

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CEF Telecom Funding

CEF has already allocated EUR 219 million for telecommunication network modernization.

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CEBF Focus

The Connecting Europe Broadband Fund (CEBF) provides equity funding for smaller-scale, higher-risk broadband projects.

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CEF Funding by Country

The CEF program distributes funding based on the specific needs of EU member states.

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Europeana's Objective

To increase the amount of high-quality and reusable cultural heritage content and metadata accessible through Europeana.

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Europeana's 2019 Focus

Encouraging cultural institutions to develop new ways to make content accessible by creating curated collections, exhibitions, or personalized experiences.

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Europeana's Impact

Benefiting the entire value chain of digital cultural heritage through improved discoverability, indexing, and engaging digital content.

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Public Open Data

Data published by public institutions in categories like health, traffic, and public spending, with significant economic potential.

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Economic Potential of Public Data

Unlocking economic opportunities through the use of publicly available data in various fields.

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Digital Reuse of Cultural Heritage

Making high-quality and rich cultural heritage material available for digital use, particularly important during pandemics.

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Benefits of Cultural Heritage Reuse

Improving well-being and unlocking the creative and economic potential of cultural heritage for citizens and businesses.

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EDMO Hubs

National or multinational organizations dedicated to detecting and analyzing disinformation campaigns, raising public awareness, and developing effective responses.

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NORDIS

A Nordic regional hub for digital media and information disorders, focusing on countering misinformation and disinformation, and empowering citizens with media literacy.

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What is the goal of NORDIS?

To strengthen national and regional infrastructure by creating a cross-country, cross-disciplinary, and cross-sectoral knowledge-based hub to counteract digital information disorders (misinformation, disinformation, and harmful information) and empower citizens with media literacy.

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What is the impact of NORDIS?

NORDIS develops theories, practices, and models to counteract digital information disorders and empower citizens.

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How does NORDIS contribute to EDMO?

NORDIS contributes to the EDMO platform by creating new methodological and technological infrastructure solutions, knowledge, and networks.

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What is the goal of EDMO?

To improve the detection and analysis of disinformation campaigns, raise public awareness, and design effective responses.

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What is a disinformation campaign?

A coordinated effort to spread false or misleading information online to manipulate public opinion or influence decision-making.

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How does CEF Telecom fund EDMO?

CEF Telecom provides EUR 0.72 million to support the EDMO initiative.

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CEF Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs)

These cross-border digital solutions are designed to facilitate coordination among EU member states by enabling data sharing, developing standards, and ensuring the interoperability of digital solutions developed at a national level. They streamline online public and cross-border services for citizens, businesses, and public administrations across Europe.

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Building Blocks (DSIs)

These building blocks offer basic functionalities that facilitate cross-border interaction between public administrations, businesses and citizens across the EU. They are reusable components used by more complex, sector-specific Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs)

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Core Service Platforms (CSPs)

CSPs act as central hubs that enable trans-European interoperability among different national systems. They facilitate the exchange of information and the smooth functioning of digital services across the EU.

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Generic Services (GS)

GS are standard services that are shared across multiple sectors. They link national services to the Core Service Platforms (CSPs) and ensure consistent, interconnected functionality.

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Interoperability

This principle refers to the ability of different systems, especially national ones, to connect, communicate, and share information seamlessly across borders in the EU.

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Purpose of CEF Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs)

Besides supporting EU regulations and directives, the ultimate goal of CEF DSIs is to create a more efficient, interconnected digital ecosystem across the EU. This benefits citizens, businesses, and public administrations by providing faster, smoother online services across borders.

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Importance of CEF Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs)

DSIs play a crucial role in achieving the objectives of the EU's Digital Single Market, which aims to create a seamless, interconnected digital environment across the EU. They are the building blocks that facilitate cross-border data sharing, standardization, and the interoperability of digital solutions, ultimately leading to better, faster, and more efficient online services for all.

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What are CEFs?

Closed-End Funds (CEFs) are investment companies that pool money from investors to buy a diversified portfolio of assets. Unlike open-end mutual funds, CEFs have a fixed number of shares, which are traded on stock exchanges.

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How do CEF prices work?

CEF share prices fluctuate on stock exchanges based on supply and demand, just like any other stock, and also reflect the performance of the underlying assets.

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What are the key differences between CEFs and mutual funds?

CEFs have a fixed number of shares, are traded on exchanges, and their prices can deviate from their net asset value (NAV). Mutual funds have variable shares, are bought/sold at their NAV, and their prices usually equal NAV.

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What is the NAV of a CEF?

The Net Asset Value (NAV) of a CEF represents the total value of its underlying assets divided by the number of shares outstanding.

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What is the price disparity in CEFs?

The price of CEF shares on the market can differ from the NAV due to factors like investor sentiment, market conditions, and fund-specific information.

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What are the main types of CEF investment strategies?

CEFs can employ various strategies, either replicating an index, investing in a specific sector or industry, or focusing on income generation or capital appreciation.

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What impacts the return on a CEF?

The return on a CEF is influenced by the performance of its underlying assets, distribution policies, and expenses, including management, advisory, and operating fees.

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What is credit risk in CEFs?

If a CEF invests in bonds, it carries credit risk, meaning the risk that the issuer of those bonds might not repay their debt.

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CEF Liquidity

How easily you can buy or sell CEF shares without significantly impacting the price. High liquidity means you can trade easily, while low liquidity might require waiting for buyers.

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CEF Management Team

The team responsible for managing the CEF's investments. Their experience, track record, and investment approach impact the fund's performance.

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Fund-Specific Risks

Risks unique to a specific CEF's investment strategy, like focusing on a certain sector or industry. These risks are important for understanding the fund's potential for higher or lower returns.

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Diversification in Funds

Investing in different assets like stocks, bonds, and real estate to reduce overall investment risk. It's like spreading your eggs across baskets.

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Investment Objectives

The goals a fund aims to achieve, like growing your money, generating income, or preserving your capital.

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Study Notes

Connecting Europe Facility (CEF)

  • CEF Telecom is part of the Europe 2020 Strategy for smart, sustainable, and inclusive growth.
  • The Digital Single Market (DSM) strategy highlights the importance of digital infrastructure and a digital economy.
  • CEF Telecom invests in digitalization and connectivity, including promoting cross-border interoperability.
  • CEF Broadband Fund (CEBF) provides equity funding for smaller-scale, higher-risk broadband actions facing difficulties accessing bank financing.
  • CEBF manages broadband projects to achieve the European Gigabit Society strategy objectives.
  • The Broadband Fund has already accomplished its EUR 500-600 million target.
  • CEF Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs) play a key role in supporting member states to comply with EU regulations, directives, and facilitate coordination among member states.
  • DSIs promote cross-border services for citizens, businesses, and public administrations.
  • Two types of DSIs exist: building blocks and sector-specific DSIs.
  • Building blocks provide basic functionality for cross-border interactions.
  • Sector-specific DSIs provide more complex trans-European online services for citizens, businesses, and public administrations.
  • CEF has invested over EUR 363.1 million or 74% of the overall grant budget for DSIs to 735 actions.
  • WiFi4EU initiative provides free high-quality internet access in public spaces.

Funding

  • Funding for DSIs and WiFi4EU across EU member states.
  • Funding data for each action/initiative is provided.

Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs)

  • Detailed information on various DSIs, including building blocks and sector-specific examples.
  • Specific examples of EU actions related to various digital services (e.g., e-invoicing, e-signature).
  • Detailed information on Funding per DSIs building block.

European e-Justice Portal

  • The European e-Justice Portal provides a one-stop-shop for justice-related matters in the EU.
  • Funded under the CEF Telecom 2016-2019 program.

Europeana

  • Europeana is a digital platform for cultural heritage.
  • Provides access to over 53 million items from 3,700 cultural institutions across Europe.

Public Open Data

  • The Public Open Data DSI supports reuse of public data across Europe.
  • The EU Open Data Portal collects metadata for public data.
  • This platform makes public data accessible to citizens and businesses.

Other Actions

  • Examples of other actions, including details of resources, countries involved, and actions addressed.

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This quiz covers the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) and its role in enhancing digital infrastructure as part of the Europe 2020 Strategy. It reviews the CEF Telecom's investments in digitalization, connectivity, and its initiatives like the Broadband Fund. Additionally, it explores Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs) and their significance in promoting cross-border services.

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