European InvestAI: €200B to build the future
At the AI Action Summit in Paris, the European Commission has launched InvestAI, a bold initiative aiming to mobilize €200 billion in AI investments, including a €20 billion fund for AI gigafactories.
These gigafactories will provide the computing power necessary to develop the next generation of AI models, ensuring that European businesses of all sizes can access world-class AI infrastructure.
Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasizes Europe’s commitment to open, cooperative, and cutting-edge AI development. The plan includes building four AI gigafactories, each equipped with 100,000 next-gen AI chips, enabling breakthroughs in fields like medicine, science, and industrial AI applications. With public-private collaboration at its core, InvestAI is designed to ensure that Europe is not just a player but a leader in AI innovation.
In parallel with these investments, the European AI Act is also taking shape. As of February 1, the first five articles of the AI Act have officially come into effect, laying the foundation for safe, and ethical AI systems. As AI innovation accelerates, these regulations will play a key role in balancing progress with responsibility.
By combining financial incentives with research and regulatory efforts, the EU is setting the stage for a competitive, ethical, and globally influential AI ecosystem.
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