Artificial Intelligence

At the moment, our Artificial Intelligence team is focused on two policy areas:

Focus #1: Fostering an AI talent pool in Europe

The Draghi Report is the latest example of European policymakers recognizing the crucial role of a skilled workforce in driving technological competitiveness. However, many governments still lack effective strategies to upskill, retain, and attract talent, particularly in rapidly evolving fields like AI.

Currently, the European Union heavily relies on international expertise, with an average of 30% of its AI professionals being foreign nationals. This dependence on third-country talent highlights both the global nature of AI development and the urgent need for Europe to nurture and retain its own AI workforce.

We are investigating how Europe can compete globally for talent and are particularly interested in where AI professionals come from, where they migrate to, and what labor market policy incentives could help attract and retain experts long-term. More

Focus #2: AI Assessment & Oversight

Given recent advancements in AI capabilities and the growing use of these systems, policymakers around the world are turning to governance measures to ensure AI products are developed and deployed responsibly. In the European Union, the AI Act aims to set binding standards for assessing and mitigating risks in AI systems, anchoring governance measures in fundamental rights.

Yet, turning these political goals into regulatory reality leaves many open questions and challenges during implementation. Among others, success depends on whether regulators themselves will be able to build the technical infrastructure and expertise needed to establish real oversight and interact with companies on an equal footing. More