The Backbone of a Compute Network: An Interconnect for Processing Units
The HIGHER project is developing three Host Processor Modules (HPMs). Two of these integrate the Rhea2 processor and the third incorporates the EU Pilot
Connecting next-gen processors into powerful, scalable compute clusters? Our latest article by #Extoll explores the interconnect tech powering the HIGHER Project, from advanced Network-on-Chip design to seamless chip-to-chip communication. Learn more here π tinyurl.com/3mwtaca2
19.02.2026 14:31
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Energised from the lunch break, the day continues with a thematic focus on open source as an enabler of digital sovereignty. Panels will include βOSPOs as Sovereignty Enginesβ and βBuilding Alternatives β Cloud & AIβ.
Find key quotes, insights and pictures below!
30.01.2026 13:09
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Jutta Hostmann, co-CEO of Heinlein Group wishes that "public procurement should be way faster, by building on measurable criteria". She suggests to use existing frameworks, such as the EU cloud sovereignty framework, with clearly defined criteria to evaluate responses to tenders.
30.01.2026 16:38
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@sebastianraible.bsky.social (@apell.info) affirms that "open source, can, may and should not be as cheap as proprietary solutions.β
He highlights the true benefits of the open source business model, where you buy a technology and can actually keep it.
30.01.2026 16:31
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The last panels of the day are now underway! Up next is a closer look into unlocking the benefits of open source through the panels "Competitiveness & Open Source in the Automotive Industry" and "Sovereignty & Procurement." Follow this thread for highlights and pictures.
30.01.2026 15:15
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Meet the Consortium: EXAPSYS
We are proud to present EXAPSYS (EXAscale Performance SYStems) plc, a Greek SME dedicated to advancing high-performance computing (HPC) systems and
π Next up in our "Meet the Consortium" series is EXAPSYS, an SME dedicated to advancing high-performance computing (HPC) systems and applications that address real industrial challenges. Learn more about their role in the HIGHER project here: www.higher-project.eu/meet-our-con...
12.01.2026 12:36
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Meet the Consortium: Extoll
We are proud to highlight EXTOLL GmbH, a leading provider of high-performance interconnect IP and an established player in Europeβs High-Performance
πNext in our "Meet the Consortium" series is EXTOLL, a leading provider of high-performance interconnect IP and an established player in Europeβs HPC landscape. Learn about their role in the HIGHER project here: www.higher-project.eu/meet-the-con...
17.12.2025 07:35
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Integration of the Caliptra Root-of-Trust in DC-SCM secure control modules
The HIGHER project aims to build data-center system platforms based on open standards using European technologies and OCP (Open Compute Project)
ποΈ FORTH details the integration of the Caliptra Root-of-Trust into OCP-based DC-SCM secure control modules. A major step toward EU-built, open, secure, energy-efficient cloud-to-edge platforms powered by Arm & RISC-V.
Read more π www.higher-project.eu/integration-...
03.12.2025 10:17
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Meet the Consortium: RISE Research Institutes of Sweden
We are delighted to highlight RISE Research Institutes of Sweden, the countryβs national research institute and innovation partner, dedicated to
πNext up in our "Meet the Consortium" series is RISE Research Institutes of Sweden, one of Europeβs most versatile applied research organisations! Learn about their role in the HIGHER project here: www.higher-project.eu/meet-the-con...
27.11.2025 11:53
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Advancing Modular and Secure Server Design
The HIGHER project adheres to the Open Compute Project (OCP) Data Center modularity scheme for serversΒ assembly (DC-MHS), which standardizes the form
π We are advancing modular, secure & energy-efficient European server design integrating SiPearl's Host Processor Modules (HPMs) within OCPβs DC-MHS standard to power next-gen AI & HPC infrastructure.
π Read more: www.higher-project.eu/advancing-mo...
#EUHPC #OCP #AI #HPC #TechInnovation
30.10.2025 11:55
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Meet Our Consortium: FORTH
We are proud to highlight FORTH (The Foundation for Research and Technology β Hellas), one of Europeβs leading research institutions and the coordinator
πFirst up in our "Meet the Consortium" series is our coordinating partner FORTH. Learn about one of Europe's leading research centres and their various roles in the HIGHER project here: www.higher-project.eu/meet-our-con...
03.09.2025 13:53
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Open Compute Project EMEA Community Monthly Call [June, 2025]
Tue, June 10, 2025, 16:00 - 17:00 (CET) Online event Join the event here. This month, there will be a presentation of the HIGHER Project by the project
Join us for the Open Compute Project EMEA Community Monthly Call, with presentations from our coordinator Manolis Marazakis (ICS_FORTH) and Karl Rabe (Co-Lead OCP MDC Group) & founder of Wooden Data Center.
ποΈOnline: 16:00-17:00 (CET), Tue, 10 Jun.
More info: www.higher-project.eu/open-compute...
09.06.2025 08:19
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π€ Vincent Casillas (SiPEARL) presented HIGHER at the OCP EMEA Summit yesterday. "A European Data Center-ready Technologies approach to True Hardware Modularity leveraging OCP Standards"
π A big thank you to all who attended!
02.05.2025 08:19
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ποΈThe OCPEMEA Summit in Dublin has concluded. Thanks to all who attended the panel discussion "The RISC-V Paradigm Shift: Open Hardware Advancements and the Path to Sustainable Digitalization".
02.05.2025 08:12
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π The OCP EMEA Summit in Dublin starts tomorrow! Don't miss the Wednesday panel discussion: "The RISC Paradigm Shift: Open Hardware Advancements and the Path to Sustainable Digitalization".
ποΈ Wed, April 30, 14:00 - 14:30
π Full agenda & registration: bit.ly/4hQ6iy5
28.04.2025 11:54
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ETP4HPC Webinar - OpenCUBE & RISER, 2 projects to advance European cloud platforms - 28/03/2025
YouTube video by ETP4HPC
If you missed the ETP4HPC webinar "OpenCUBE & RISER: Two projects to advance European cloud platforms" featuring speakers from the OpenCUBE project and RISER, it is now available here:
@etp4hpc.bsky.social
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PF3Z...
15.04.2025 09:46
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π‘ Nick Kossifidis from ICS-FORTH presenting our poster "An overview of available and upcoming RISC-V security mechanisms & their potential use in Satellite as a Service scenarios" to Andrea Gallo, Vice President of Technology
@ RISC-V International.
π°οΈ RISC-V In Space Workshop 2025. π°οΈ
08.04.2025 12:58
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β¨Our first face-to-face meeting was a resounding success! A big thank you to our coordinators at FORTH for hosting. It was great to connect with everyone in beautiful Heraklion and discuss big things to come. #HorizonEU #ResearchAndInnovation #Crete
08.04.2025 08:08
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Inside RISE: Sweden's OCP Innovation Hub & The Future of European Data Infrastructure
YouTube video by The Open Compute Project Podcast
πΊ Here's a great OCP podcast with HIGHER contributor Cagatay Yilmaz RISE Sweden, "INSIDE RISE: The Future of European Data Infrastructure", where he discusses the impact of HIGHER and HEATWISE EU funded project. π½οΈ
youtu.be/hO1pVFTe6zc?...
28.03.2025 13:03
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Inside RISE: Sweden's OCP Innovation Hub & The Future of European Data Infrastructure
YouTube video by The Open Compute Project Podcast
πΊ Here's a great OCP podcast with HIGHER contributor Cagatay Yilmaz RISE Sweden, "INSIDE RISE: The Future of European Data Infrastructure", where he discusses the impact of HIGHER and HEATWISE EU funded project. π½οΈ
youtu.be/hO1pVFTe6zc?...
28.03.2025 13:03
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We are excited to announce the RISE Computer Science Open House 2025
Where: Isafjordsgatan 22, Kista, Sverige When: April 10, 2025 | 09:00-15:00 Explore how computer science and AI are driving groundbreaking advancements
β‘οΈWe're excited to announce the RISE Computer Science Open House 2025. With keynote speakers, presentations, and over 70 research posters and demo sessions (incl. HIGHER)
πIsafjordsgatan 22, Kista, Sverige
ποΈ 10 April, 2025
ποΈ For more info visit: www.higher-project.eu/announcing-t...
27.03.2025 12:57
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An interesting article!
10.03.2025 12:00
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Thrilled to have #CloudSigma onboard!
11.02.2025 09:20
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