Commission launches RAISE pledging initiative to boost AI support for researchers across Europe

What happened

The European Commission announced the launch of the RAISE pledging initiative, aimed at providing AI support to researchers across Europe. The program seeks to foster AI research, facilitate access to AI tools, and encourage collaboration among research institutions. It is part of the Commission's broader digital strategy.

Why it matters for trust and compliance

• Its status is announced. It is not law yet. Track it, but do not treat it as an obligation.
• The initiative signals EU commitment to strengthen AI research capacity, impacting AI governance and data-driven research.

Who is affected

Recommended actions

1. Inventory AI or automated decision systems in scope and their assessments.