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The UK government is developing an AI system that could predict who is most likely to commit a serious crime. Critics call the project dangerous and discriminatory.

Facebook and Instagram users in Europe will soon receive a notification: their public data may be used to train Meta’s AI models. Objections are possible, but require action.

VU professor Felienne Hermans argues that education should not only teach students how to use AI, but continue to prioritise factual knowledge, trial and error, and the discomfort of thinking and writing for yourself.

The OLVG West hospital in Amsterdam utilizes artificial intelligence to perform MRI scans faster and more accurately, contributing to reduced waiting lists and improved patient care.

Ajax is the first Dutch football club to use AI to automatically filter hateful content on social media. With this tool, the club aims to contribute to a safer online environment.

Amsterdam ranks among Europe’s top tech cities and is rapidly emerging as a global AI hub. The city combines strong digital infrastructure with active research networks and a vibrant startup ecosystem.  

VU PhD candidate Eddo Wesselink developed an AI model that efficiently analyses muscle health on MRI scans—supporting improved care for people with lower back pain.

Researchers at VU can now independently work with large language models through the new platform Nebula—offering full control over data and models without relying on commercial providers.

What is true, and who decides? As tech platforms increasingly shape public opinion, VU scholars reflect on power, truth, and the role of democracy.