From 10 to 12 June 2025, the RITHMS Project, represented by the Centre for Cultural Heritage Technology (CCHT – Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia) and the European Software Institute (ESI), took part in the meeting of the EUROPOL Core Group on Illicit Trafficking of Cultural Goods, held in The Hague.
Over the course of the three-day event, the team delivered four detailed demonstrations of the RITHMS platform to law enforcement officers from across Europe, including representatives of project partners Arma dei Carabinieri TPC, Politie Nederland, and the Spanish National Police, as well as EUROPOL’s technical staff.
The meeting provided a valuable opportunity to showcase the platform’s functionalities in an operational context and to collect constructive, hands-on feedback from end users. The insights gathered will directly support the ongoing development of the platform, ensuring its alignment with the needs and priorities of those combating cultural heritage crime.
The RITHMS Consortium extends its sincere thanks to all participants for their interest, engagement, and expert contributions.