#ai_berlin was established by Berlin Partner for Business and Technology in cooperation with the ICT, Media and Creative Industries Cluster and other partners as a platform to show the national and international AI community current and forward-looking developments, expert insights and success stories, events and initiatives in Berlin and Brandenburg in one place. The interviews are published in German and English on the website and are extended in the monthly newsletter and via social media channels.

baiosphere connects AI innovators from science and industry in Bavaria and worldwide. Its purpose is to advance artificial intelligence for the benefit of society and economy.

On behalf of the Bavarian State Government, the Bavarian AI Agency promotes baiosphere as a leading global AI network. This network encompasses over 800 professorships in the field of AI, with more than 120 funded through the Hightech Agenda Bayern. It also includes a strong network of applied AI research involving global corporations, SMEs, and startups. Additionally, the Bavarian AI Agency inspires and empowers people and businesses to harness the benefits that artificial intelligence offers.

The Bertelsmann Stiftung is committed to enabling social participation for everyone – politically, economically and culturally. Our programs include Education and the Next Generation, Democracy and Social Cohesion, Digitalization and the Common Good, Europe’s Future, Health, and Sustainable Social Market Economies. In our work, we focus on people, since only they can change the world and make it better. We share knowledge, promote expertise and develop solutions. A nonprofit foundation, the Bertelsmann Stiftung was established in 1977 by Reinhard Mohn.

In the “reframe[Tech] – Algorithms for the Common Good” project, we are dedicated to ensuring that the development and use of digital technologies are more closely aligned with the common good. We are committed to making sure that the development of these technologies transparently considers the needs and rights of all those directly and indirectly affected. We contribute to this goal by bringing together stakeholders from civil society, academia, and both the public and private sectors, thus promoting objective debate. We provide analyses of the risks and opportunities of digital technologies, along with insights and solutions to harness their potential for greater common

Bitkom is Germany’s digital association. Founded 1999 in Berlin, we represent more than 2,200 companies of the digital economy. Our membership spans more than 1,000 SMEs, including half of the 40 DAX companies over 500 startups and virtually all global players.

Our members offer software, telecommunications and internet services, produce hardware and consumer electronics, operate in the digital media sector or are in other ways affiliated with the digital economy. More and more companies across all sectors are joining Bitkom as they digitise their business models.

Bitkom advocates for the digitisation of the economy, our society and public administration. We push for a faster rollout of gigabit networks and digital infrastructure for energy and mobility, for trade and for smart homes, for cities and regions. We support policies for data-driven business models, for data protection and cybersecurity, for platforms, disruptive technologies, work 4.0 and life-long education in a digital world. A strong European digital policy and a fully integrated digital single market are at the heart of Bitkom’s concerns, as well as establishing Germany as a key driver of digital change in Europe and globally.

The Bundeswettbewerb KI (federal student AI competition) invites young people to create their own machine learning project and to develop AI-based prototypes. Each year pupils and young students are invited to submit their project ideas and then work alone or in teams on their developments. Our goal is to strengthen machine learning skills and the creativity of young people in a data-based future. In order to enter that exciting field of capabilities and reserach we offer a free of charge online AI Kurs (www.ki-kurs.org).

DAK-Gesundheit is the third largest statutory health insurance provider in Germany. Our daily business is fulfilling the needs of our more than five million customers and the constant improvement of the healthcare system.

We combine the healthcare-knowledge of our experts, like medical practitioners, with modern possibilities of AI. That leads to cross functional teams that are focused on implementing the best solutions for our customers. I.e., providing services that help staying healthy, getting healthy again or stopping diseases from getting worse. A big part of our work, therefore, is the constant development of new solutions and making them function as efficient and helpful as possible.

STEM initiative is the largest German STEM-network comprising the majority of initiatives and activities of German companies, designed to win more qualified professionals for the subjects science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The initiative was founded in May 2008 under the patronage of German Chancellor a. D. Dr. Angela Merkel. Since 2022, the German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has held the patronage. It offers a platform for STEM activities and numerous initiatives. STEM’s goal is to present changes of STEM-related topics to the wide public, to inspire and interest young people for STEM and lend weight to political demands.

Since 2011, and in co-operation with our nationwide partners and national employers’ associations as well as training institutes, we honour those schools that put emphasis on STEM values. The signet “STEM-friendly school” is not an award for the best STEM schools, but for those taking first, important steps into that direction. It is, if you will, an award for mass sports. Our goal is to reach 10% of secondary schools.

2017 was the year in which the initiative founded the new program “digital school”, concept by Fraunhofer Society, Verband Deutscher Ingenieure, Gesellschaft für Informatik, Dienstleistungsgesellschaft für Informatik; Wissensfabrik für Deutschland e.V.; eco Verband der Internetwirtschaft and other ones. The award “Digital School” is under the patronage of the Federal Government Commissioner for Digitalisation, Dr. Volker Wissing.

STEM’S ambassadors’ initiative has more than 20 000 ambassadors. Many big trade associations (VDE, VDI, Gesellschaft Deutscher Chemiker, Deutsche Mathematiker-Vereinigung, among others) work with the initiative and help organise their ambassadors, out of whom an “ambassador of the year” is chosen.

Deutsche Telekom Stiftung was established in 2003 to strengthen Germany’s position as an education, research and technology leader. It is one of the country’s main corporate foundations with an endowment of EUR 150 million. It specifically supports STEM projects aimed at children and teenagers aged 10 to 16.

It is our conviction that a modern educational system has to effectively prepare children and teenagers to tackle global challenges such as digitalization, climate change, electromobility and dwindling biodiversity. Schools should be the primary place for learning – but not the only one. Libraries, youth centers, makerspaces and media workshops are important, too. That’s why we initiate and encourage partnerships with these institutions in our activities in order to create an ideal educational ecosystem for young people.

We help children and adolescents actively shape their own learning in and outside of school and thus independently acquire important skills for their education and for life. These skills, which may be hard or soft, include solid knowledge of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), all acquired as part of a well-rounded education. We also believe critical thinking and judgment, creativity, communication and teamwork will be essential for personal and professional success.

Since we primarily operate in Germany, most of the content on our website is only available in German. The German version of our website contains information on our activities as well as studies, educational material and interesting articles on specific topics.

Deutsche Telekom Stiftung has two governing bodies: the Board of Trustees and the Executive Board. The Board of Trustees advises the Executive Board on the foundation’s development. The Executive Board manages the foundation’s assets, decides on strategic issues, programs and projects and manages the foundation in close consultation with the Executive Director.

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Civil-law Foundation with Legal Capacity based in Oldenburg, founded in 2002 by EWE AG. Promotion of culture, education, science as well as environmental and nature conservation in the Weser-Ems-Elbe regions, in parts of Brandenburg and on the island of Rügen. In line with the foundation’s purposes and in line with the mission statement, the three fields of democracy and social competence, cultural mediation as well as MINT- and environmental education form the basis of all application, assessment and decision-making processes. Foundation assets: around 50 million euros. Funding of a total of around 150 projects per year in all funding priorities.

About EVACO – We offer unique expertise and exclusive partnerships
EVACO is a leading provider of user-driven business analytics solutions in the D-A-CH region and specialises in the implementation of modern analytics systems and intelligent search and artificial intelligence technologies. Our mission is to turn complex data into knowledge – knowledge that will enable you to make easier, faster and better decisions.
Benefit from our many years of expertise and exclusive cooperation with selected international partners.
Our holistic, modular and thus flexible approach empowers companies of all kinds to use business analytics – from dashboard projects for business users to advanced analytics with artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Fobizz is the leading platform for professional development and digital tools for teachers and schools in the German-speaking region. Since 2018, fobizz aims to drive digital transformation in education by providing a comprehensive range of practice-oriented online courses and innovative digital tools. With a strong focus on artificial intelligence, fobizz equips educators with the knowledge and resources they need to integrate AI into their teaching practices. The platform offers over 300 online professional development courses, covering topics from AI and media literacy to IT skills.
Additionally, fobizz provides AI-assisted tools that help teachers with lesson planning, personalized learning, and administrative tasks, ensuring a more efficient and effective educational experience. To date, fobizz has supported almost 500,000 teachers in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, making it a daily companion for educators in their professional journey.

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IDEASCANNER is the largest privately funded research project on business success factors in Europe. It uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help students and business leaders evaluate and improve their business ideas and business models. The AI tool democratizes expert knowledge from successful venture capitalists (VCs), guiding users on how to scale—even sustainable business ideas. Scan your business now at our homepage and see how IDEASCANNER fosters corporate innovation and entrepreneurship education by empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs to think smarter with AI.

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The German AI Association (Bundesverband der Unternehmen der Künstlichen Intelligenz e.V.) links innovative AI and deep-tech companies with established industry players and policy-makers. With a membership of around 450 innovative SMEs, start-ups and entrepreneurs, it is the largest AI network in Germany. Our members are committed to ensuring that AI technology is applied in line with European and democratic values and that Europe achieves digital sovereignty. To this end, Germany and the EU must become an attractive home for AI entrepreneurs, where risk-taking is rewarded and the spirit of innovation is met with the best conditions.

K.I.E.Z. – Artificial Intelligence Entrepreneurship Center – promotes the founding of sciencebased startups in the field of artificial intelligence. The range of services is geared to the specific needs of AI startups and covers the entire innovation chain: from the identification of startup potential in AI research to targeted support in the incubation phase and an AI accelerator program.
K.I.E.Z. is supported by Science & Startups, the association of the startup centers of the Berlin universities – FU, HU and TU in cooperation with Charité. K.I.E.Z. is one of four EXIST model projects nationwide for more startups in the AI field and is
funded by the Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection and co-financed by the State of Berlin.

The Körber-Stiftung is a private, non-profit foundation mainly located in Hamburg. A total of around 150 employees work at the locations in Hamburg HafenCity, Hamburg-Bergedorf and at the capital city office in Berlin. With its operational projects, its networks and strong collaborations, the Körber-Stiftung is active locally, nationally and internationally and addresses current social challenges of the present and future. In its numerous programmes and projects the Körber-Stiftung is committed to innovation, international understanding and a lively, diverse society.

In its educational sector, the Körber-Stiftung focuses on combining STEM competences, digital skills and creativity – as the key to shaping tomorrow’s world today.

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MINT-EC is a German national excellence network of schools with upper secondary education and a strong profile in mathematics, computer science, natural sciences and technology (MINT). It was founded in 2000 by German employers and works closely with their regional education initiatives. MINT-EC offers a wide range of events and support for students as well as training and professional exchange for teachers and school management. The network, which currently has 342 certified schools, has been under the patronage of the Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs of the Federal Republic of Germany (KMK) since 2009. The main sponsors of MINT-EC are the employers’ association Gesamtmetall as part of the think ING. initiative, as well as the Siemens Foundation and the Bavarian employers’ associations bayme vbm and vbw.

We, the German Network “Ethische Nutzung von KI” (Ethical Use of AI), want to shape our future together with you. To achieve it, we support the responsible and ethical use of AI systems, especially in sensitive sectors such as education and medicine. For all those responsible in education (teachers, managers of educational institutions and in education policy), we have prepared and published a Handout „What is AI?“ with ten statements and a FAQ list with recommendations for practice. They serve as guidelines for the responsible and ethical introduction and use of AI systems and are primarily aimed at teachers in universities with little or no knowledge of AI. We offer continuing education courses at our universities on how AI can change our university teaching and society as a whole, as there is huge interest in the possibilities and effects of AI.

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niedersachsen.digital e.V. is the association of the digital economy in Lower Saxony. We connect the digital pioneers of Lower Saxony and bundle the digital expertise of our state. We provide information on economic aid, initiatives, trends and campaigns, give practical tips on digital transformation and report authentically from a digital working world with our content. We maintain close contact with politicians and ministries in order to convey feedback to decision-makers. Our service company is the central point of contact for interested companies that are looking for support with specific IT projects and want to draw on the expertise of digital pioneers.

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The NORDMETALL-Foundation is a Hamburg-based foundation dedicated to promoting talent and social cohesion, helping to enrich the North of Germany. The focus is on education and science (STEM) as well as society and culture. In its collaborative networks the foundation provides both funding and operational support.

SCHULEWIRTSCHAFT Niedersachsen is a network that connects schools and businesses in order to make the transition from school to working life easier for young people. It is committed to offering pupils practical insights into the world of work and giving companies the opportunity to make contact with potential trainees at an early stage. Through close cooperation between schools, companies and associations, projects, workshops and events are organised to support both everyday education and career guidance. SCHULEWIRTSCHAFT Niedersachsen places particular emphasis on promoting dialogue between education and business stakeholders and jointly develops concepts to improve young people’s career opportunities. Companies benefit by getting to know qualified junior staff and being able to prepare them specifically for the demands of the world of work. At the same time, the pupils gain valuable insights into career opportunities and requirements. This initiative thus makes an important contribution to securing skilled labour and strengthens cooperation between schools and businesses throughout the state of Lower Saxony.

Sustain Plus GmbH is a sustainability-driven company focused on creating innovative solutions for a healthier planet, located in Germany. It specializes in developing products and services that promote environmental responsibility and social impact. What makes Sustain Plus unique is its commitment to combining cutting-edge technology with sustainable practices, ensuring both economic success and positive ecological outcomes. The shareholders are experts in sustainability, technology, and business, contributing diverse skills to drive impactful projects: Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès von Hattburg, Akshay Dabar, Dr. Jur. Christopher Scheuren, J&P Gruppe (Tax Consulting and Business Regulations Consulting). The company’s goal is to inspire and implement solutions that reduce carbon footprints and promote circular economies. Sustain Plus envisions a future where sustainability is at the core of every business decision. Through its work, the company aims to make sustainability accessible and achievable for organizations worldwide.

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Unternehmerverbände Niedersachsen e.V. (UVN) is the umbrella organisation for more than 100 employers’ and business associations in Lower Saxony. As the umbrella organisation and voice of Lower Saxony’s economy, we represent the economic and socio-political interests of the more than 200,000 companies with around 2.6 million employees in the areas of industry, trade, services, social services, skilled trades and agriculture that are united in our member associations. With numerous participations in organisations such as Niedersachsen.digital or SCHULEWIRTSCHAFT Niedersachsen, committee representations and project participations, we are committed to the competitiveness of Lower Saxony as a business location and are drivers of transformation.

Actively shaping the digital world requires new skills. We need to understand new technologies, critically scrutinize changes and work together to find creative solutions to the challenges of the 21st century. This is why the Vodafone Foundation is rethinking education for the digital society.

Together with pioneers from politics, science and civil society, we conduct research, engage in socio-political debates and develop innovative educational programs.