New Nordics AI – The Nordic-Baltic AI Center
The Nordic and Baltic countries have joined forces to prepare the establishment of a shared AI center. The aim of this initiative is to promote the responsible development and use of artificial intelligence across the region by strengthening cross-border collaboration. The Nordic-Baltic AI Center will focus particularly on the adoption and advancement of applied AI, helping the region unlock the full potential of artificial intelligence through joint action.
In 2023, Nordic Innovation brought together 23 experts to form the Nordic Ethical AI Expert Group, tasked with developing recommendations for advancing the responsible use of artificial intelligence in the region. One of the group’s key proposals was to establish a Nordic Centre for Responsible AI—a hub that would support companies in developing AI responsibly and serve as a catalyst for ethical AI innovation across the Nordics.(Norden)
The preparatory phase of the initiative is now complete. It includes recommendations for funding models, budgeting, and governance structures. The next step is to move into concrete implementation—establishing the center and launching its operations. This work is now supported by a significant investment of 30 million DKK from the Nordic Council of Ministers. The funding will accelerate the region-wide adoption of AI and support the development of new technologies and skills.
New Nordics AI is a joint initiative between five leading organizations: AI Sweden, AI Finland, Digital Dogme (Denmark), IKT-Norge (Norway), and Almannarómur (Iceland). The secretariat will be located in Sweden, with staff also based in each participating country. The initiative also aims to expand collaboration to include organizations from the Baltic countries. The center will officially launch in autumn 2025.
Collaboration Opportunities
The center will be open to collaboration with stakeholders from across the Nordic and Baltic countries.
Its goals are to increase the adoption of AI, promote strategic joint investments, and strengthen the region’s international competitiveness.
If you would like to learn more about the Nordic AI Center or get involved in the initiative, don’t hesitate to reach out — we’d be happy to tell you more!
