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AI Cluster Bulgaria


Added by:   National contact point
Added on:   09 Oct 2025
Updated by:   OECD analyst
Updated on:   25 Dec 2025

An industry association that strengthens Bulgaria's AI ecosystem by providing targeted support to AI companies and fostering collaboration across sectors. The cluster offers specialised programmes including professional development training, financing facilitation, technical guidance for AI implementation, and access to testing infrastructure. It creates partnerships between AI companies, research institutions, and government agencies to accelerate AI adoption in Bulgaria's business sector.

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Initiative overview

AI Cluster Bulgaria is an industry association dedicated to strengthening Bulgaria’s artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem and accelerating the adoption of AI technologies across the economy. It responds to the growing need for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and capacity building among businesses, research organisations, and public institutions working with AI.

The cluster provides targeted support to AI companies through a range of specialised programmes and initiatives. These include professional development and training opportunities, facilitation of access to financing, and technical guidance for AI implementation. By connecting businesses with resources, expertise, and partners, AI Cluster Bulgaria helps organisations of all sizes integrate AI solutions into their operations effectively and responsibly.

A core focus of the cluster is on fostering cross-sector collaboration between AI companies, research institutions, and government agencies. Through partnerships and joint initiatives, it supports the creation of new AI products and services while ensuring that innovation aligns with national and European priorities for digital transformation. The cluster also offers access to testing environments and infrastructure, helping companies pilot and scale their AI technologies.

Name of responsible organisation (in English)

AI Cluster Bulgaria

About the policy initiative


Organisation:

  • AI Cluster Bulgaria

Category:

  • AI policy initiatives, programmes and projects

Initiative type:

  • Networks, communities of practice, ecosystem-building efforts and collaborative platforms

Status:

  • Active

Start Year:

  • 2020

Binding:

  • Non-binding

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