Artificial Intelligence: A strategic vision for Luxembourg

The strategic vision for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Luxembourg is comprehensive and multifaceted, aimed at leveraging AI to enhance various aspects of society and the economy. The strategic vision for AI in Luxembourg was published as part of the country’s broader digitalization efforts, spearheaded by the Prime Minister and Minister of Digitalization, Xavier Bettel. This document was formulated through an inter-ministerial consultation process and outlines Luxembourg’s ambitions and strategic focus areas for integrating AI into society and the economy.

Strategic Vision for AI in Luxembourg

Ambitions

Luxembourg’s strategic vision is built on three main ambitions:

1. Advanced Digital Society: Luxembourg aims to be among the most advanced digital societies globally, particularly within the EU.
2. Data-Driven and Sustainable Economy: The country seeks to transition to a data-driven and sustainable economic model.
3. Human-Centric AI Development: Emphasizing the development of AI that supports and enhances human capabilities and respects human rights.

Focus Areas

The strategy outlines several key focus areas:

1. Living Laboratory for Applied AI: Luxembourg positions itself as a real-world testing ground for AI applications, prioritizing personalized medicine, autonomous mobility, and financial technology.
2. Data as the Cornerstone: Recognizing data’s critical role in AI, Luxembourg focuses on building and managing large data lakes, enhancing data quality and accessibility, and ensuring regulatory frameworks support data-driven innovation.
3. Ethics, Privacy, and Security: The country is committed to developing ethical AI frameworks that protect privacy and security, promoting transparency and trustworthiness in AI applications.
4. Boosting Investments and Partnerships: Luxembourg aims to attract and develop strategic partnerships with global tech firms, leveraging its robust ICT infrastructure and investment in high-performance computing.
5. AI for the Public Sector: Implementing AI solutions to improve public services, making them more efficient, personalized, and accessible.
6. Skills and Lifelong Learning: Investing in education and training to ensure the workforce is equipped with the necessary AI skills, promoting lifelong learning and digital literacy.
7. International Cooperation: Engaging in cross-border and international collaborations to enhance AI research and application, sharing best practices, and contributing to global AI standards.

Implementation

The strategic vision emphasizes the need for:

• Governance Mechanisms: Establishing an inter-ministerial coordination group and an advisory committee of experts to guide and assess AI initiatives.
• Public Consultation: Engaging the public in discussions about AI, collecting diverse perspectives to inform policy-making and ensure AI developments align with societal needs and values.

Next Steps

Luxembourg’s AI strategy is a living document, intended to be regularly updated and refined based on new developments and public feedback. The government plans to launch public consultations and continuously assess the impact and progress of AI initiatives.