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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.

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.

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.

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.

AI is commonly associated with entertainment and misinformation, but it is emerging as a tool in mental health care. Professor Theo Gevers from the University of Amsterdam is developing deepfake technology to assist in trauma and grief therapy. Through lifelike avatars, individuals can engage in conversations that help them process trauma in a safe environment.