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AI IN JAN 2024 ACROSS EUROPE: THE LATEST IN AI (ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE) RESEARCH, DEPLOYMENTS, DEVELOPMENTS, DEALS, ETC.

(IN BRIEF) From Bonn to Bilbao, Europe’s AI scene is buzzing with innovation. Major players like Deutsche Telekom, Ericsson, and Volkswagen are pushing boundaries through groundbreaking partnerships and integrations. Projects like NextGen are personalizing therapies using AI, while collaborations between … Read the full press release

Fetch.ai Foundation Welcomes Deutsche Telekom as First Corporate Partner for AI Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has entered a groundbreaking partnership with the Fetch.ai Foundation, becoming the first corporate partner to collaborate on advancing AI and Web3 technologies within the Fetch.ai network. The Fetch.ai Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Bosch and … Read the full press release

NextGen Initiative: Advancing Cardiovascular Healthcare Through AI-Personalized Therapies

(IN BRIEF) The NextGen project, funded by the EU’s Horizon Europe program with €7.6 million, has commenced in Utrecht, the Netherlands. Led by a 21-member consortium including the European Society of Cardiology, the project aims to personalize therapies for patients … Read the full press release

Volkswagen’s AI Lab: Fueling the Future of Connected Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Group is spearheading the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in its vehicles to offer customers enhanced digital experiences. The company has unveiled the “AI Lab,” a global hub for innovation that will identify AI-based product ideas, collaborate … Read the full press release

Executives Discuss Software Supremacy and AI’s Transformative Power at World Economic Forum

(IN BRIEF) At the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting 2024, top-tier C-suite executives from Europe and MENA gathered to explore the shift from hardware to software in industries. Hosted by Roland Berger and Creative Dock, the event featured Renata Jungo … Read the full press release

AI Governance Alliance Releases Comprehensive Reports on Responsible AI Development and Access

(IN BRIEF) The AI Governance Alliance (AIGA) has published three significant reports addressing advanced artificial intelligence (AI) topics, including generative AI governance, responsible AI development, and deployment frameworks. AIGA, a collaborative initiative involving governments, businesses, and experts, seeks to ensure … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto to Elevate In-Vehicle Experience with AI-Based ChatGPT Integration in Laura Voice Assistant

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto is integrating the AI-based chatbot ChatGPT into its Laura voice assistant, enhancing the in-vehicle experience for customers. The chatbot, powered by Cerence Chat Pro, will be available in Škoda models based on MEB GP and MQB … Read the full press release

CES 2024: Mercedes-Benz Unveils MBUX Virtual Assistant with Generative AI for Hyper-Personalized In-Car Experience

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz unveils its new MBUX Virtual Assistant powered by generative AI, transforming the car-driver relationship with natural conversation. This development, showcased at CES 2024, brings a more natural and intuitive interface to Mercedes-Benz vehicles, allowing for proactive support … Read the full press release

Siemens at CES 2024: Bridging Reality and the Metaverse with Immersive Engineering and Generative AI

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has unveiled innovations at CES 2024 that aim to enable the industrial metaverse, bridging the gap between the real and digital worlds. The company announced partnerships with Sony and AWS to introduce immersive engineering solutions and make … Read the full press release

Siemens and AWS Partner to Bring Generative AI to Software Development for All Industries

(IN BRIEF) Siemens and Amazon Web Services (AWS) are collaborating to democratize generative AI in software development. Siemens will integrate Amazon Bedrock, which offers high-performing AI models, into its low-code platform, Mendix. This partnership aims to empower domain experts across … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Revolutionizes In-Car Assistance with Cerence Chat Pro and ChatGPT Integration at CES 2024

(IN BRIEF) At CES 2024, Volkswagen announced the integration of ChatGPT, an AI-based chatbot, into its IDA voice assistant in select models, becoming the first volume manufacturer to offer ChatGPT as a standard feature in many production vehicles starting from … Read the full press release

Infineon and Aurora Labs Collaborate to Enhance Automotive Component Safety with AI Solutions

(IN BRIEF) At CES 2024, Infineon Technologies AG and Aurora Labs introduced a set of AI-driven solutions designed to enhance the long-term reliability and safety of critical automotive components, including steering, braking, and airbags. The collaboration combines Aurora Labs’ Line-of-Code … Read the full press release

BBVA Harnesses In-House Talent for Generative AI Training Through DataRally Competition

(IN BRIEF) BBVA is exploring the potential of generative artificial intelligence for enhancing organizational processes and customer value. To equip its in-house talent with the skills needed to harness large language models (LLMs), BBVA organized a DataRally competition in which … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Introduces AI-Powered App Security Service to Safeguard Business Cell Phones

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has launched the APPVISORY Secure App Check service, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) technology to enhance the security of business cell phones and tablets. This service automatically scans applications for security and data protection vulnerabilities, offering real-time … Read the full press release

TU/e Researchers Achieve Breakthrough in Early Esophageal Cancer Detection Using AI

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) have made a significant breakthrough in the early detection of esophageal cancer through the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Over a decade of research led by Fons van der Sommen has … Read the full press release

EMA and HMAs Announce 2028 Workplan to Harness Artificial Intelligence in Medicines Regulation

(IN BRIEF) The European Medicines Agency (EMA) and the Heads of Medicines Agencies (HMAs) have jointly released a comprehensive Artificial Intelligence (AI) workplan outlining their collaborative strategy through 2028. This initiative aims to maximize the benefits of AI for stakeholders … Read the full press release

Bosch Implements Generative AI for Rapid Scaling of AI Solutions in Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Bosch, a global technology leader, is piloting generative AI and foundation models in its manufacturing plants. These technologies create synthetic images to develop and scale AI solutions for optical inspection and optimize existing AI models. The aim is … Read the full press release

Nominations Open for Axel Springer Prize for Young Journalism, Now Featuring AI-Related Categories

(IN BRIEF) The nomination phase for the Axel Springer Prize for Young Journalism, a prestigious award for young journalists in the German-speaking region, has officially begun. The prize, which is being awarded for the 33rd time, is organized by the … Read the full press release

Webuild Group’s Growth and Innovation Drive Focus on Workplace Safety and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Webuild Group, a leading international infrastructure company, is focusing on workplace safety, process efficiency, and sustainability in response to the global energy transition. The company’s General Manager, Massimo Ferrari, highlighted their commitment during an address at the “Sustainability … Read the full press release

Generative AI Threatens White Collar Jobs More Than Blue Collar Jobs, Finds Pearson Research

(IN BRIEF) Pearson, a leading learning company, has conducted research revealing that white collar jobs are more vulnerable to the impact of generative AI (Artificial Intelligence) than blue collar jobs. The study focused on over 5,000 jobs across five countries … Read the full press release