Denmark takes its place in the history books as the first country in Europe to bring together public and private actors to jointly develop guidance for the responsible implementation of AI ActThis groundbreaking partnership brings together leading companies in the public sector, finance, IT and law to develop concrete and practical guidelines that enable the safe and legally correct use of AI.

The initiative addresses one of the biggest obstacles to AI use in Europe: the uncertainty surrounding legal frameworks such as the recently adopted EU legislation AI ActDespite AI's potential to solve major societal challenges, the technology has yet to be implemented on a broad scale. By combining expertise from multiple sectors, the Danish partnership aims to pave the way for safe and effective AI integration – a model that can inspire the whole of Europe.

A new standard for AI in regulated industries

At the core of the initiative is a white paper that will serve as a concrete guide for businesses that want to use AI safely and successfully. This white paper, developed with input from industry leaders, will provide clear guidelines and best practice examples for how AI can improve both employee experiences and customer or citizen services without compromising security and reliability.

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André Rogaczewski, CEO of Netcompany and initiator and chairman of Danish Industry Digital, emphasizes the importance of Denmark's unique experiences:
“Denmark has already shown the world how the public and private sectors can work together to implement large-scale digital solutions, built on democratic values and strong legislation. Successes like digital ID documents and digital mail have inspired both Europe and the rest of the world. Now we are taking another step and showing the way for responsible AI use.”

Concrete guidance for AI assistants

The partnership makes Denmark a European pioneer in to offer specific guidelines for use of AI assistants according to technical, organizational and legal standards. The white paper will be translated into several languages within the EU and contains both theoretical frameworks and practical steps that organizations can follow. In addition, successful use cases from participating businesses are presented, providing a clear picture of how AI can be applied in real life.

Major players behind the initiative

The strong partnership consists of prominent companies and organizations such as:

• Danish Industry
• Business Administration
• Digitalisation Board
• ATP/Payment Denmark
• KL/Combit
• Jyske Bank
• Savings
• PFA Pension
• TopDenmark
• Netcompany
• Dubex
• Trident
• Poul Schmith/Barrister

By combining the strengths of these actors and leveraging Denmark's prominent digital culture, the initiative aims to create a sustainable and responsible future for AI in Europe. The White Paper not only marks a milestone for Denmark but also lays the foundation for a common European vision of AI as a force for positive social change.