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Plattform Lernende System – Germanys Platform for Artificial Intelligence

 

Regulating Artificial Intelligence: The AI Act of the European Union at a glance

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a key technology for the future viability of our economy and society. However, AI systems also harbour risks. With the AI Act, the European Union (EU) has now adopted the world's first transnational set of regulations for the safe and trustworthy use of AI. In its new issue of AI at a glance, Plattform Lernende Systeme explains in a concise and clear manner what exactly is set out in the AI regulation, what opportunities and challenges are associated with the law and how the regulations are now being implemented.

 

AI in Germany: Monitoring shows status quo and potentials

What is the state of research on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Germany? The AI Monitoring of Plattform Lernende Systeme provides key figures on the status quo and on the potential for further development of AI research and transfer in Germany.

 

Artificial Intelligence in Germany

Our detailled map of Artificial Intelligence shows where self-learning systems are developed and used in Germany.

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3 Questions for ...

In short interviews we address experts from Plattform Lernende Systeme. They answer questions on very different aspects related to the development and responsible use of Artificial Intelligence.

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A brief history of AI

Our explanatory film about Artificial Intelligence illustrates various stages of technology development, milestones in AI applications and challenges that will arise in the future.

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Looking ahead

What are the hot topics surrounding the development of self-learning systems? Members of Plattform Lernende Systeme assess the current state of affairs.

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About the Platform

We bring together expertise from science, business, and society for positioning Germany as an international technology leader. The platform provides a forum for exchange and cooperation.

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Artificial Intelligence in Germany

Our map shows among other things, where AI is being used, which institutions are conducting research on it and where there are suitable courses of study.

3 Questions for...

... Klaus Heine, Professor of Law and Economics at the Erasmus School of Law in Rotterdam. AI is already part of children’s everyday lives: even primary school children encounter chatbots, talking toys and AI-powered platforms, whose opportunities and risks he discusses here.

Generative AI - Artificial Intelligence All-Rounder?

What can language models currently achieve, how do they work, what are the challenges? Our explanation film answers these questions.

Practical examples: AI in action

Artificial intelligence has long been suitable for practical use. Find out where and how with the help of our continuously expanding case studies.

Scenario: Misuse of AI

Our current application scenario shows how attackers can be prevented from misusing an autonomous vehicle as a weapon in road traffic.

Conference Plattform Lernende Systeme 2025

Germany, a pioneer in AI research, explored key questions on AI’s applications, competitiveness, sovereignty, and societal impact at the “AI & US. Shaping the future responsibly” conference.

News

“Use AI!”: The Mainz region is equipped with a strong AI ecosystem

Artificial intelligence (AI) has already been adopted by many companies and offers the potential for more efficient processes, new business models and a reduction in the workload on employees. At the discussion evening entitled ‘Use AI! Opportunities for businesses in the Mainz region’, experts from regional companies such as Schott AG, start-ups, trade associations, academia and social partners discussed how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups in particular can utilise AI in their workflows in a meaningful, secure and cost-effective manner, and what role training, employee participation and regional networks play in this. The event took place on the 17th September in Mainz and was organised jointly by VDI Technologiezentrum GmbH and the Plattform Lernende Systeme.
 

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17 Jun

RoboCup 2027

 

 Nuremberg

Nuremberg as an international stage for global excellence in robotics and AI: autonomous robots in soccer, service robotics, rescue robotics, industrial applications, and simulation, organized by the RoboCup Committee Germany