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The DIRECT Project continues to expand its outreach and visibility across Europe through active participation in scientific and professional events. On April 18, 2026, the project was presented at the Panhellenic / International Statistics Conference, a well-established forum bringing together experts from academia, research, and industry. The presentation was delivered by the project coordinator, Aristotle…

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), often find themselves at a disadvantage when it comes to developing digital competences. Many lack the resources to systematically train staff or to attract highly sought-after digital talent. [1] This skills gap is also evident in areas such as cybersecurity, where SMEs frequently struggle to identify risks and put effective…

In today’s fast-paced digital world, technology plays a central role in communication, access to information, and everyday tasks. However, a significant portion of the elderly population remains disconnected, creating a digital divide that affects their quality of life and inclusion in society. Many older adults struggle with adopting new technologies due to a lack of…

In today’s digital learning environments, communication increasingly takes place through online platforms such as learning management systems, forums, emails, and video conferencing tools. In this context, netiquette—short for “network etiquette”—plays a key role in ensuring respectful and effective interaction among students and educators. Netiquette refers to the set of rules and guidelines that govern appropriate…

Artificial Intelligence is becoming a common tool in hiring processes, scanning CVs, ranking candidates, even analyzing video interviews. These systems promise faster and more “objective” recruitment. But are they always fair? Recent investigations have shown that some AI recruitment tools replicate human biases. For example, a well-known tech company had to scrap its resume-screening algorithm…

Effective digital responsibility education should recognise that learners differ in prior knowledge, everyday digital practices, ethical awareness, and capacity for self-regulation. Personalisation addresses this diversity by aligning learning experiences with individual needs, encouraging learners to connect digital responsibility-related concepts to their own practices and decision-making contexts. By fostering relevance and meaningful engagement, personalised approaches support…

Digital technologies are rapidly transforming how people learn, work, and participate in society. While digitalization offers significant benefits, such as increased efficiency, innovation, and access, it also raises complex ethical challenges. Questions about data protection, algorithmic fairness, transparency, and digital inclusion increasingly shape everyday decisions made by individuals and organizations. These challenges cannot be addressed…

Open science and digital responsibility are becoming increasingly important in today’s research and digital world. Although they may seem like different concepts, they can work together to ensure that knowledge is shared openly while remaining safe and respectful of people. At the center of this connection is safety, meaning the protection of individuals, digital systems, and…

Digital technologies are often perceived as intangible and environmentally neutral, yet their impact on the planet is increasingly significant. From the energy required to power data centres to the growing problem of electronic waste, digital systems have a physical footprint that cannot be ignored. Teaching students about these environmental consequences is an essential part of…

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) increasingly rely on digital tools to operate, grow, and interact with customers. While technology offers many opportunities, it also comes with responsibilities. SMEs must ensure their digital practices are safe, lawful, and ethical, covering areas such as privacy, cybersecurity, ethical AI, and sustainability.[1] Learning platforms—both free and fee-based—can help businesses…