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Watch the new episode of “QBox” with Micha Comnick. Every other week a colleague sits in the purple chair and is asked random (and mostly non-work related) questions, allowing us to get to know each other on a light note.

There are benefits to getting a flu jab even if a flu vaccine will not protect you from COVID-19. As they share similar symptoms, it could reduce those symptoms that might be confused with the coronavirus. All active staff can request and receive a flu jab. The booking system in Brussels is now open.

The DIGIT info and training sessions focus on “Cyber Secure from Home” (preventing cyber incidents and threats), “Cyber First Aid” (what to do if one is victim of a cyberattack). There is also a Secure Code Warrior tournament throughout this month. Check out the agenda and practical tips.

On Wednesday, the European Network of Defence Related Regions, together with the Commission and the Swedish Security and Defence Industry Association, held an online conference on the use of Advanced Materials for Defence Applications.

To ensure preparedness in case of emergency, local authorities often conduct exercises and drills. On 8 October, Galileo Search & Rescue was at the forefront of the AMRO 2021 (Arctic Mass Rescue Operation), a full-scale live exercise organised by the Norwegian authorities. The scenario surrounded a cruise ship that caught on fire with around 200 passengers on board

How many times have you tried to send a large file (>10MB) to a colleague by email, only to have to have it bounce because the file was too big, requiring you to find another tool? There are several corporate tools available that you can use to send large files.

The volumes of data provided by EO are significant. Transferring and storing large quantities of data is never easy, and that is where data cubes are extremely helpful. Generally, data cubes are multidimensional matrices in which data are grouped or combined. Not only data cubes present data in a multidimensional way, they also allow pre-processing and fast access to summarised data.

The exhibition co-organised by DEFIS is moving to the campus of Université Libre de Bruxelles this weekend until 22 November! Launched with the support of DG DEFIS, the "Space for our Planet" exhibition dedicated to space solutions and actions for the sustainable development goals. Check out some of the inspiring testimonials on Apple Podcasts.

New learning opportunities for staff as all Commission colleagues now have access to the LinkedIn learning catalogue. If you want to learn more about the offer, do not hesitate to sign up to the online Q&A session with LinkedIn Learning and the Corporate Learning & Development unit on 27 October 14:00-15:00.

Internal Market Commissioner Thierry Breton unveiled the first fossil-free steel vehicle, a world premiere by Volvo, SSAB and Ovako groups. “A European success”, declared Commissioner Breton. “With innovative solutions, Sweden is leading decarbonisation of the EU industry.” On his two-day visit, beside meeting with industry representatives (Northvolt, H2 Green Steel), Commissioner Breton had bilateral discussions with Swedish Ministers Mikael Damberg (Home Affairs), Anders Ygeman (Energy and Digital Development), Anna Hallberg (Trade).

“The current energy crisis in the European Union is a wake-up call about our dependence on imported fossil fuels”, write Commissioner Breton in his latest blog post. “Let's not wait for the next shortage to reduce our strategic dependencies. Here are the priorities we are already working on.”

La Commission européenne va inciter les États à baisser les taxes sur l'énergie et à redistribuer les bénéfices de la hausse des prix aux plus démunis grâce à différents outils à leur disposition, a déclaré lundi le commissaire au Marché intérieur au micro de France Inter.

The first meeting of the 4th European Citizens’ Panel kicks off today. It focuses on EU in the world and migration. Some 200 citizens participating in the panel will start their deliberations based on contributions to the Multilingual Digital Platform.

Discover how AI and Machine Learning are transforming the interpretation of Earth Observation data provided by the European Union Copernicus Programme

Next week the third hybrid event of the ENDR series will stream live from Rzeszow, Poland, Its topic: “Future skills and the Europe’s Aerospace and Defence Industry”. Check out the programme of this two-day event and make sure to participate online.

Web Summit aims to bring together the people and companies redefining the global tech industry. As the flagship tech Summit is returning to Lisbon this year, DG DEFIS will be present to ensure a permanent dialogue with the different target audiences of our DG commitments for greener and sustainable, more connected societies, and promote confidence in Europe’s digital transformation.

10 locations, one exciting hackathon! The CASSINI Hackathons and Mentoring are a pan-European series that tackle global challenges using European space technologies. For its second edition the hackathon provides access to pre-processed Arctic data, on-demand training and other valuable tools to help participants take on one of three challenges.

On 9 November, DG SCIC & DG DIGIT will give DG DEFIS staff a 60-minute overview of the different solutions available in meeting rooms, and how to use them in today’s hybrid work environment. The different types of rooms and instructions on how to use them optimally. Hybrid meetings are part of the new flexible ways of working.

Against the backdrop of the EU Space Programme, this conference will bring together key stakeholders from across the space and satellite sectors to debate how this can be achieved.

Do not miss this two-hour event held by the Slovenian Presidency of the Council of the EU. Welcome addresses by Commissioner Thierry Breton and Minister of Economic Development & Technology Zdravko Počivalšek. Panel discussion on Secure Connectivity Initiative and the European New Space ambition. An email to DEFIS staff with further info will follow shortly.