The new European framework for the deployment of AI in science and healthcare has become clearer in October. The European Commission firstly launched its Apply AI strategy, targeting key industries and the public sector. At the same time, it launched the AI in Science Strategy, which is intended to make the EU a leader in AI-driven research and scientific innovation. A key measure included in the strategy is the Resource for AI Science in Europe (RAISE), a virtual European institute that pools and coordinates AI resources for developing AI and applying it in science.
Other strategic actions include measures to attract global scientific talent and highly skilled professionals, a €600 million budget from Horizon Europe to enhance access to computational power for science, and plans to double HE’s annual investments in AI to over €3 billion, including doubling of funding for AI in science. The Commission is also establishing the Apply AI Alliance, a forum that will bring together industry, the public sector, academia, social partners and civil society. In October, the Commission also launched the COMPASS-AI initiative, which includes establishing a community of experts to promote the safe and effective use of AI in healthcare.