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ELLIS Unit Amsterdam Hosts Third Annual NeurIPS Fest

6 December 2024

ELLIS Unit Amsterdam Hosts Third Annual NeurIPS Fest >

On November 28, 2024, the ELLIS Unit Amsterdam hosted its third annual NeurIPS Fest at LAB42, attracting 120 participants and showcasing 25 posters. Co-organized with the ELLIS Units in Nijmegen and Delft, the event brought together AI/ML researchers from across the Netherlands for a vibrant and collaborative gathering.

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Advanced AI for Surveillance Robots

6 December 2024

Advanced AI for Surveillance Robots >

At LAB42, their addressing tomorrow’s challenges today. One pressing question is: how can we tackle the growing staff shortage in security?

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AI, Media and Democracy Lab: Why Bother with AI Transparency?

6 December 2024

AI, Media and Democracy Lab: Why Bother with AI Transparency? >

Exploring Audience Perspectives on AI in Newsrooms. As generative AI becomes an integral part of journalism, questions about transparency have taken center stage. Should news organizations disclose their use of AI? And how would such disclosures impact audience trust? These questions were explored in recent research by the AI, Media and Democracy Lab at the University of Amsterdam, focusing on Dutch citizens’ attitudes toward AI-generated content.

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Podcast Spotlight: Cees Snoek on AI Innovation and Amsterdam’s Role as an AI Hub

5 December 2024

Podcast Spotlight: Cees Snoek on AI Innovation and Amsterdam’s Role as an AI Hub >

In the latest episode of Snoek op Zolder, UvA professor Cees Snoek dives into the state of AI research and innovation in Amsterdam

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AI captures Wildlife in the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen

November 28

AI captures Wildlife in the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen >

Scientists from the Institute for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Dynamics (IBED) at the University of Amsterdam are collaborating with Waternet on an innovative AI-driven monitoring system. This system uses smart cameras and species identification to map wildlife in the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen 24/7.  

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The City of Amsterdam - AI Agenda 2025

14 November 2024

The City of Amsterdam - AI Agenda 2025 >

In its new policy, The Amsterdam Vision on AI , the city outlines how artificial intelligence (AI) should be integrated into urban life and how it should influence the city according to its residents. This vision was developed through months of conversations and dialogues with a wide range of Amsterdammers—from festival-goers to schoolchildren, experts to novices—who shared their thoughts on the future role of AI in Amsterdam.

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Interview: KPN Responsible AI Lab with Gianluigi Bardelloni and Eric Postma

14 November 2024

Interview: KPN Responsible AI Lab with Gianluigi Bardelloni and Eric Postma >

ICAI's interview appeared this time with Gianluigi Bardelloni and Eric Postma, they talk about the developments in their ICAI Lab.

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AI pilots TLC Science: generative AI in academic education

November 14

AI pilots TLC Science: generative AI in academic education >

The University of Amsterdam has launched a new project through its Teaching & Learning Centre Science, exploring how Generative AI, like ChatGPT, can enhance academic education. This pilot program at the Faculty of Science tests and evaluates various applications of GenAI in higher education.

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Did you know that 13 AI pilots were at the FNWI this year?

13 November

Did you know that 13 AI pilots were at the FNWI this year? >

The rise of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) has a significant impact on academic education. That’s why the Teaching & Learning Centre Science launched a project integrating GenAI, specifically ChatGPT, into the teaching process.

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AI Model Enhances Breast Cancer Treatment Decisions

6 February 2025

AI Model Enhances Breast Cancer Treatment Decisions >

Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer worldwide. Many patients first undergo neoadjuvant therapy (such as chemotherapy or hormone therapy) to shrink the tumor before surgery. However, not everyone responds well to this treatment, causing some patients to experience unnecessary side effects without effective results.

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DeepSeek Gives European AI Firms a Chance to Compete in the Global AI Race

February 3

DeepSeek Gives European AI Firms a Chance to Compete in the Global AI Race >

According to Reuters , the rise of Chinese AI model DeepSeek presents European startups with an opportunity to catch up with US firms. With significantly lower costs, more companies are switching from OpenAI’s ChatGPT. However, experts warn about regulatory and security concerns.

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Privacy concerns over Chinese AI App DeepSeek: European regulators take action

February 3

Privacy concerns over Chinese AI App DeepSeek: European regulators take action >

The Chinese AI app DeepSeek collects extensive user data, including keystroke information, raising major privacy concerns. According to de Volkskrant , European regulators have launched investigations, with Italy already blocking the app.

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Can China’s DeepSeek AI Compete with US Tech Giants?

February 1

Can China’s DeepSeek AI Compete with US Tech Giants? >

A recent RTL Z broadcast highlights how DeepSeek , a new Chinese AI model, is shaking up the tech world. Pascal Wiggers, Lecturer in Responsible AI at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, discussed how the model performs similarly to U.S. AI models like ChatGPT but at a fraction of the cost. This raises questions about its impact on the AI market and Europe’s position in the global technology race.

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Videos: Recordings from

January 23

Videos: Recordings from "Active Learning in Pharma" >

The recordings from the satellite symposium "Active Learning in Pharma" are now available! Explore inspiring insights from speakers at Merck Group, MSD, Novo Nordisk, and SOLVE Chemistry through one convenient link.

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