The digital landscape is undergoing a profound shift, and the EU’s Next Generation Internet (NGI) initiative is at the forefront of this evolution. The NGI Forum 2023, a flagship event by the European Commission, is designed to explore the key drivers shaping the future of the Internet. This hybrid event, scheduled for November 15-16 in Brussels, promises to be a dynamic convergence of innovators, policymakers, researchers, industry leaders, and users alike.