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MISSION KI


Added by:   National contact point
Added on:   30 Sep 2025
Updated by:   OECD analyst
Updated on:   25 Dec 2025

MISSION KI, established by the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport (BMDV), focuses on accelerating the transfer of cutting-edge AI research into practice and fostering the growth of outstanding AI innovations. To further advance the development of trustworthy AI by design, the initiative is developing and testing a voluntary AI quality standard and corresponding testing procedures, particularly for low-risk AI systems, in alignment with the EU AI Act.

Name in original language

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Initiative overview

Through AI Innovation and Quality Centres, MISSION KI supports companies in the development and implementation of trustworthy AI. Additionally, the AI Founder Fellowship is launching an innovative start-up programme aimed at bridging the gap between advanced AI research and successful start-ups, by supporting PhD students and postdoctoral researchers in transforming their AI research into innovative businesses.
MISSION KI also strategically connects AI start-ups and SMEs. By identifying the specific innovation needs of SMEs, the initiative works with partners to match them with suitable AI developers, fostering long-term collaborations that create mutual benefits.
To enhance the exchange and utilisation of data for cross-sector AI innovations and new business models, MISSION KI develops open-source products and services that focus on ensuring the interoperability of data spaces across industries and national borders. 

Name of responsible organisation (in English)

Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport (BMDV)

About the policy initiative


Organisation:

  • Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport (BMDV)

Category:

  • AI policy initiatives, programmes and projects

Initiative type:

  • Support for AI diffusion in firms

Status:

  • Active

Start Year:

  • 2023

Binding:

  • Non-binding