Future Forward: Luxembourg's Leap into AI

AI Unveiled: Mapping Luxembourg's Advances and Innovations in Digital Technology

Artificial intelligence has moved to the forefront of our collective consciousness, evolving at a rapid pace, and disrupting the public and private sector with its versatile applications and advanced computational power. Recognizing the critical advancements and contributions in the AI field is essential to promote technological progress and chart a course for future innovation.

"Future Forward: Luxembourg's Leap into Artificial Intelligence", produced by Sync Tell and in collaboration with the Fonds National de la Recherche (FNR), is an article series that features FNR-funded researchers and their exploration into AI territory. The series focuses on several key aspects:

Highlight Luxembourg's Top A.I. Researchers: Profiling a leading A.I. researcher in Luxembourg, delving into their contributions and the implications of their work.‍

Showcase Findings and Results of A.I. Research: Presenting the most recent and impactful findings in A.I. research, breaking down complex concepts into digestible content and emphasizing the significance of these discoveries.‍

Demonstrate Practical Applications of A.I. Research: Highlighting how A.I. research is transformed into real-world applications.‍

Illustrate the Impact of A.I. on Society: Exploring the broader implications of A.I. advancements on society, including ethical considerations, policy implications, and the societal benefits of embracing A.I. technology.

‍Featured topics and guests:

(1) Ethical AI: A step towards an inclusive society
Featuring Dr. Sallam Abdualhaija
This article features an interview with Dr. Sallam Abualhaija, a distinguished AI researcher from the University of Luxembourg who leads the PLAITO project, focusing on making AI-generated software more trustworthy and ethical, emphasizing diversity and inclusivity.

Read more: PLAITO – Improving the ethical capabilities of software with Artificial Intelligence

(2) Empowering education through AI
Featuring Dr. Sana Nouzri
This article features Dr. Sana Nouzri from the University of Luxembourg. We talked about the transformative role of ChatGPT in education, its potential for enhancing learning experiences, and the importance of prompt engineering.

Read more: Artificial intelligence and education – The transformative power of ChatGPT

(3) AI and Finance: Building better inflation prediction models
Featuring Dr. Martina Fraschini
This article features Dr. Martina Fraschini from the University of Luxembourg. We delved into how AI can enhance the accuracy of inflation prediction models, and discussed the promising intersection of finance and AI in shaping the financial future.

Read more: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Finance

(4) AI and Cybersecurity: Innovative approaches to combat cyber threats
Featuring Dr. Maxime Cordy
This article features Dr. Maxime Cordy from the University of Luxembourg. We discussed the nature of modern cyber-attacks, the innovative protection mechanisms of SVALINN, and the necessity of keeping up to date with evolving AI cyber threats.

Read more: Fortifying online defenses: SVALINN’s innovative approach to combatting AI cyber threats

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White Paper on Luxembourg's Startup Scene

"Startup Pulse", features insights from local startups and stakeholders, providing an in-depth look at the startup ecosystem in Luxembourg. We collected survey results from 51 Luxembourg-based startups, asking about institutional demographics and their level of satisfaction with key metrics such as funding, regulations, and entrepreneurial culture. Additionally, we asked the surveyed participants for qualitativefeedback on essential issues. We interviewed stakeholders vital to the Luxembourgish startup scene, such as LHoft, Luxinnovation, and Luxembourg City Incubator.

‍Why does this report matter?

Startups are the lifeblood of a nation’s economy. They promote growth and innovation, generate revenue, and lead to the creation of new industries and markets. Understanding the political and social contexts under which startups operate is crucial to their development and potential contributions to the Luxembourgish economy.

𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞:

𝐼𝑛𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑡𝑢𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝐷𝑒𝑚𝑜𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑝ℎ𝑖𝑐𝑠 - An overview of the structural landscape that shapes Luxembourg's startup scene.

𝑆𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝐴𝑛𝑎𝑙𝑦𝑠𝑖𝑠 - A dive into the current perceptions and attitudes within the startup community on important topics such as funding, regulations, and entrepreneurial culture.

𝐹𝑒𝑒𝑑𝑏𝑎𝑐𝑘 𝑓𝑟𝑜𝑚 𝑆𝑡𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑢𝑝𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑆𝑡𝑎𝑘𝑒ℎ𝑜𝑙𝑑𝑒𝑟𝑠 - Direct inputs from the people on the ground, offering unique perspectives and valuable insights.

𝑅𝑜𝑎𝑑𝑚𝑎𝑝 𝑤𝑖𝑡ℎ 𝑅𝑒𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑑𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝐹𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 - Outlining actionable strategies and forward-thinking approaches to foster growth and innovation.

Read the full White Paper here: Startup Pulse Luxembourg 2024 - White Paper