The world is facing a technological revolution with AI, and Denmark can lead the way. As part of its AI strategy, the Danish government has launched the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence in Society (CAISA).
This national consortium, led by the University of Copenhagen in collaboration with Aalborg University, will play a key role in advancing responsible AI innovation and implementation. The centre officially opened last Friday.
In addition to the University of Copenhagen and Aalborg University, CAISA will include researchers from Aarhus University, DTU, and the IT University. It will work closely with companies, authorities, organisations, and researchers both in Denmark and internationally.
Professor Sune Lehmann from DTU Compute is one of CAISA’s ten chief researchers, representing DTU.
“Right now, there is rapid development within AI. Every month, new models emerge that can perform new and amazing tasks. But a significant question is: how do we integrate these models into Danish society in a way that benefits everyone, both the strong and the vulnerable? And in a manner where we maintain control and are not merely governed by tech giants? CAISA has been established to assist with the research aspect of this task. An independent authority for knowledge and advice on AI, drawing on research across fields from computer science to the social sciences,” says Sune Lehmann.
CAISA is funded for the first three years with DKK 20 million.
Read the press release in Danish.
