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10 September 2024

ICAI Announces Strategic Collaboration with 18 Dutch Knowledge Institutions >

As of September 1st, the Innovation Center for Artificial Intelligence (ICAI) has officially become a collaboration between 18 Dutch knowledge institutions. With the signing of the agreement by these institutions, a nationwide ecosystem of knowledge institutions is now involved, enhancing the governance of the ICAI network.

6 September 2024

CuspAI Introduces Itself at LAB42 >

On September 5, 2024, Max Welling and Chad Edwards, founders of CuspAI, presented their innovative company during the IvI coffee & cake gathering.

5 September 2024

Advanced AI for Surveillance Robots: A Collaborative Project by Dutch Institutions >

A consortium of leading Dutch research institutions and government agencies, including TU Delft, the University of Amsterdam, TNO, and the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee, has launched an ambitious project aimed at developing advanced artificial intelligence (AI) for surveillance robots. Officially initiated on September 4, the OpenBots consortium focuses on creating AI systems designed to assist human security officers in various security settings.

September 5, 2024

NeuroAI: Charlotte Frenkel explores the future of AI inspired by the human brain >

With the award of an AiNed Fellowship grant, Dr. Charlotte Frenkel from TU Delft delves into neuromorphic computing, pioneering research aimed at creating energy-efficient and powerful AI systems inspired by the human brain. This research bridges AI and neuroscience to develop faster, more energy-efficient, and smarter computing systems.

September 5, 2024

Essay: humans as principals: by Nando Piersma >

In an essay published by Nanda Piersma, Scientific Director of the Centre of Expertise Applied Artificial Intelligence at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, she discusses the importance of humans as principals in the development of AI systems. Piersma takes a critical look at the current hype surrounding AI and advocates for a more responsible and practical approach to technological innovation.

September 5, 2024

Open Position at AI, Media & Democracy Lab: Postdoc Trustworthy Human-AI Interaction for Media and Democracy >

The AI, Media & Democracy Lab is looking for a postdoctoral researcher to advance trustworthy human-AI interaction within media and democratic contexts. This position focuses on the creation of transparent and ethical AI communication systems, aiming to support media users in a digital world where AI plays a crucial role.

September 5, 2024

Swipework raises €650K to use AI for job seeking >

Amsterdam-based startup Swipework has raised €650,000 in funding to launch their video-based platform, using AI to better match job seekers and employers. Swipework aims to replace traditional job postings with a more visual and interactive alternative, appealing to the new generation of job seekers.

28 August 2024

Tech Companies Invest Billions in AI, But the Hype Seems to Be Fading >

In the first half of 2024, major tech companies collectively poured nearly €100 billion into artificial intelligence (AI) development. The AI race is far from over, with many predicting even greater investments in the near future. However, according to several experts, the initial hype—especially around generative AI technologies like ChatGPT—may have peaked.

8 August 2024

Embodied Evolution: The Future of AI >

Gusz Eiben, a professor of computational intelligence at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, believes that true AI requires more than just a digital brain—it needs a body and the ability to evolve.

October 14

Analysis: OpenAI moves from idealism to profit-driven future >

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has raised $6.6 billion from investors, bringing its valuation to $157 billion. Once established as a nonprofit organization with idealistic goals, OpenAI is now transitioning into a profit-driven enterprise. These developments and the financial restructuring mark a new phase for OpenAI, as analyzed by de Volkskrant .

October 14

Responsible AI: A Collaborative Effort >

How can AI be developed in a way that avoids discrimination and excessive energy consumption, but instead benefits society? This is the central question of a large national AI initiative housed at the Informatics Institute of the University of Amsterdam (UvA). In collaboration with companies and (semi-)government institutions, the initiative focuses on responsible AI solutions for societal challenges such as food waste, cancer treatments, and combating discrimination.

October 7

AI4Fintech Community Kicks Off with Euronext Gong Ceremony and Thought-Provoking Event >

The AI4Fintech community was officially launched on Friday October 4 with a celebratory opening of the Euronext exchange in the morning, followed by an afternoon event that brought together over 100 experts from across the financial sector, including representatives from banks, startups, regulators, and academic institutions.

7 October 2024

Invitation: Tech Horizons Thesis Fair 2024 >

We would like to invite you to participate in Tech Horizons Thesis Fair 2024 , the Industrial Thesis Fair hosted by Study Association STORM in collaboration with the Computer Science department of the VU.

September 30

How AI Can Deliver on Its Promises in Healthcare >

While AI holds great promise for healthcare, its practical implementation has been more challenging than anticipated. Most AI solutions are still in the experimental phase. Three UvA researchers share their insights on bridging the gap between science and medical practice.