Project description
Building Poland’s AI ecosystem for innovation and digital transformation
Many organisations in Poland, especially SMEs and resource-limited sectors, encounter obstacles in the effective implementation of AI solutions, primarily due to limited access to the required cutting-edge infrastructure, capabilities and tools. The EU-funded PIAST-AIF project will address these challenges by building a comprehensive AI ecosystem that stimulates innovation and accelerates AI adoption among start-ups, public entities and research/educational institutions. Through a dedicated platform, it will offer technical consultancy, training courses and SaaS solutions, supporting the integration of AI systems across various sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, industry and public administration. In addition to organising events and conferences, the project will also engage stakeholders via focus groups and consultations. PIAST-AIF is crucial for promoting digital innovation in Poland.
Objective
The PIAST AI Platform (PIAST AIF) is a national initiative aimed at building a specialised artificial intelligence ecosystem in Poland. It will offer state-of-the-art AI-optimized hardware infrastructure alongside a comprehensive suite of complementary services to support effective and widespread AI adoption across various sectors. Designed to serve a diverse range of users—including small startups, public institutions, and research and educational organizations—PIAST AIF will ensure that AI capabilities are accessible regardless of an entity’s current expertise or resources. Key services will include sector-specific AI applications, technical consulting, specialised training, and Software as a Service (SaaS). These offerings are essential in helping users integrate AI into their operations, especially for SMEs and resource-constrained sectors that often face technical and skills-related challenges. PIAST AIF will support a variety of applications, such as medical image analytics, real-time production monitoring in industry, and AI-based tools for data analysis and document management in public administration. It will also promote the use of AI in agriculture (e.g. satellite data analysis and crop forecasting) and transportation (e.g. traffic optimisation and fleet management), fostering digital transformation and sustainable growth across sectors. In addition, the platform will provide access to testing environments, algorithm libraries, and pre-built datasets, enabling users to prototype and validate AI solutions efficiently and cost-effectively. This will greatly support innovation, particularly among start-ups and research centres. PIAST AIF is also dedicated to community-building through initiatives such as hackathons, conferences, and peer networks that encourage knowledge-sharing and collaboration. All these efforts will help cultivate high-tech job opportunities and strengthen Poland’s AI ecosystem.
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Programme(s)
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Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
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HORIZON.2.4 - Digital, Industry and Space
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HORIZON.2.4.7 - Advanced Computing and Big Data
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HORIZON.2.4.5 - Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
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Topic(s)
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Funding Scheme
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HORIZON-JU-RIA - HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions
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Call for proposal
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(opens in new window) HORIZON-JU-EUROHPC-2025-AI-01-IBA
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61-704 Poznan
Poland
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