CAIRNE (Confederation of Laboratories for AI Research in Europe)

A pan-European AI research network, conceived as a "CERN for AI," strengthening European excellence in human-centred, trustworthy AI.

About Us

Year Founded:

2018

Geography:

Europe

Address:

Fluwelen Burgwal 58, 2511 CJ The Hague, Netherlands

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Mission

To strengthen European excellence in AI research and innovation, with a strong focus on human-centred, trustworthy, and responsible AI. CLAIRE (now CAIRNE) connects Europe’s AI research community, fosters collaboration across academia, industry, and policymakers, and works to ensure AI aligns with ethical principles, sustainability, and societal well-being.

Impact

AI areas they serve

Areas of Focus

Pan-European AI research collaboration

Human-centred and trustworthy AI

AI research excellence and talent

European digital sovereignty in AI

AI for social good and the UN SDGs

Policy engagement and community-building

Upcoming Goals

Build a vibrant, collaborative European AI ecosystem

Advance human-centred, trustworthy, and responsible AI

Strengthen European AI talent and reduce dependence on non-European technology

Foster cross-border AI research and policy collaboration

Milestones

2020: Formally established as an international nonprofit association (AISBL) and opened its headquarters in The Hague

2018: Launched on June 18 with a vision document signed by 600+ senior AI researchers, calling for a "CERN for AI"

News

Recent Updates

Rebranded acronym from CLAIRE to CAIRNE in 2024 after a trademark challenge; the full legal name is unchanged.

CAIRNE welcomes large-scale AI investments, CERN for AI

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