European Digital Innovation hub

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Collaborative project on digital innovation in Iceland

The European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH) in Iceland is a collaborative network that combines national expertise and capabilities in artificial intelligence, high-performance computing and cyber security to promote digitalization, both in the public and private sectors. The hub aims to promote digital transformation in the various industries.
EDIH-IS also serves as a bridge between Iceland and Europe where the traffic flows in both directions.
Our offering in Europe is Iceland as a testbed.

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Test before invest

EDIH gives companies and public bodies the opportunity to experiment with advanced technologies before making large investments, thereby reducing risk and encouraging innovation.

The focus is on digital transformations in the field of artificial intelligence, supercomputers and cybersecurity.

Education and training

Education and training to build capacity and leverage advanced technologies in artificial intelligence, high-performance computing and cybersecurity for both the public and private sectors. The aim is to speed up the digital transformation within the member states of the European Union.

Funding and grants

Securing investment and accessing finance are vital to the growth of any SME.

EDIH provides comprehensive support in finding funding for digital projects with emphasis on the European environment

Collaboration and networking

EDIH's network contributes to a strong ecosystem of innovation and entrepreneurship both domestically and abroad. Collaboration and networking between students, researchers, entrepreneurs and industry leaders.

Latest News

Here you will find the latest news and projects organized by EDIH in Iceland

Conference: Gagnvist 2025

December 8, 2025

Conference on the Development of the Icelandic Data Ecosystem

Preparatory meeting of the pan-European working group Women in AI

December 8, 2025

EDIH Iceland invites women who work with, or are interested in, artificial intelligence and digital technologies to join the first preparatory meeting of the Women in AI working group.

From business creation to getting funded, a Gate2Growth Master Class

November 26, 2025

EDIH-IS and Enterprise Europe Network Iceland are hosting a master class in collaboration with Gate2Growth on December 2–3 at Hannesarholt, Grundarstígur 1.

Major ISK 1.4 billion project to strengthen Iceland’s AI infrastructure

October 30, 2025

A major step has been taken to strengthen Iceland’s artificial intelligence infrastructure through a new ISK 1.4 billion collaborative project led by Almannarómur in partnership with the University of Iceland, Reykjavík University, University of Iceland Science Park, the Icelandic Meteorological Office, and the Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies. A national center for artificial intelligence and high-performance computing (HPC) will be established in Iceland, providing access to computing power, AI software, datasets, and expert consultation for the development, training, and testing of new AI solutions. EDIH-IS celebrates this milestone, which aligns with our mission to accelerate digital transformation and support companies and public institutions in adopting cutting-edge technologies. Read more about the project on the University of Iceland website: 👉 Major collaborative project strengthens Iceland’s AI infrastructure