If you’ve been with us for a while, you probably remember Una Spremuta dal Web. That version of the newsletter took a pause to reflect a deeper transformation: the evolution from SED Web to Babini Mazzari.

Above trends, beyond insights is not just a rebrand. It’s a shift in perspective: less noise, more signal.

We’ll also show up more often - not monthly, but when it matters.

€636 M from Horizon Europe to drive the green transition 2025-2030

On 19 May 2025, the European Commission’s CINEA agency opened calls under Horizon Europe’s 2025 Work Programme for Cluster 5, allocating €636.6 million to drive collaborative R&D (Research and Development) in climate action, energy and mobility.

The funding envelope is divided into thematic areas - cross-sectoral climate solutions, digitalisation for energy efficiency, sustainable transport systems and nature-based carbon removal - each with targeted budgets and rolling deadlines through Q4 2025.

Italian and European consortia are encouraged to partner across academia, industry and SMEs to co-develop projects in green hydrogen production, next-generation battery technologies, smart grids and zero-emission mobility trials. Beyond pure R&D, the calls mandate robust impact pathways, public-private governance frameworks and scalability roadmaps to ensure results translate into tangible deployment by 2030.

Applicants should pay particular attention to co-funding requirements (typically 30–50 %), the two-stage evaluation process, and alignment with the European Green Deal’s Net Zero Industry Act. Early engagement with National Contact Points and participation in matchmaking events will be critical to assemble multidisciplinary teams and craft winning proposals that not only address technical challenges but also strengthen European industrial sovereignty and circular-economy integration.

TREND TRACKER

Quantum Cloud - Bridging classical and quantum

Quantum cloud services are rapidly evolving into a commercial bridge between classical and quantum computing, offering enterprises access to QaaS platforms without heavy upfront investments.

Leaders such as AWS Braket, IBM Quantum and Azure Quantum enable seamless experimentation with quantum-enhanced AI workloads, while initiatives like Microsoft’s Discovery platform integrate AI-driven orchestration with quantum backends to accelerate complex R&D workflows.

Early adopters can explore hybrid algorithms for optimization, chemistry simulations and cybersecurity use cases, establishing quantum-ready architectures that will yield competitive advantage as qubit stability and scale improve.

Want to learn more?

• AWS Braket: Build quantum projects on a trusted cloud

• Azure Quantum: 2025 – The year to become Quantum-Ready

• IBM Quantum blog: Complete “Understanding quantum information and computation” series

QUICK INSIGHT

Zero Trust in five steps

Implementing a Zero Trust security model is essential to protect distributed architectures and hybrid workforces from increasingly sophisticated threats.

Follow these five steps to shift from perimeter defense to continuous verification:

1. Map assets and data flows: Create a comprehensive inventory of users, devices, applications and data repositories.

2. Microsegment networks: Define security zones with granular policies for each segment to contain lateral movement.

3. Enforce continuous identity verification: Deploy MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication), centralized IAM (Identity and Access Management) with least-privilege access and real-time monitoring.

4. Validate device posture: Integrate vulnerability scanning, compliance benchmarks and SOC (Security Operations Center) workflows via SIEM/SOAR (Security Information and Event Management / Security Orchestration, Automation and Response).

5. Automate incident response: Develop playbooks and orchestration routines to isolate compromised endpoints instantly.

WHO IS BABINI MAZZARI

Our Value Proposition

Babini Mazzari is the strategic IT partner for European companies looking to navigate digital transformation in a structured, pragmatic, and sustainable way.
We don’t just deliver technical solutions — we work as an extension of your internal team, helping you integrate systems, optimize processes, and lead change with clarity and competence.

Our approach is built on listening, transparency, and a strong results-driven culture. Whether you're scaling, modernizing, or rethinking your operating model, we support every client with the right tools, clear methodology, and long-term vision.
Above Technology. Beyond Solutions.

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