Scottish AI Alliance

Delivering on Scotland's vision to be a leader in trustworthy, ethical and inclusive AI

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What is Artificial Intelligence?

It is difficult to define Artificial Intelligence as there is not an agreed upon definition and different people can mean different things when they use the term ‘Artificial Intelligence’. Explore our definitions that you may find helpful.

Children and AI

Five kids on stage at the Scottish AI Summit sitting on a panel as they are asked questions about children's rights and AI

Taking a children’s rights approach, Children’s Parliament have been asking Members of Children’s Parliament (MCPs) to think about what needs to happen for AI to play a role in keeping all children happy, healthy, and safe. 

The Stage 1 summary report offers an overview of the project so far and a detailed perspective on the opinions of children across Scotland regarding AI and their rights.

The Stage 2 report is a summary of the progress and findings of the Stage 2 project and includes a detailed account of the children’s exploration of key themes in relation to children’s rights and AI.

Find out more about the project.

News & Blog

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UK government launches second challenge prize to reward UK-led breakthroughs in artificial intelligence for a Net Zero energy future
UK government launches second challenge prize to reward UK-led breakthroughs in artificial intelligence for a Net Zero energy future

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology has just launched the second Manchester Prize, this year the multi-million-pound challenge prize is seeking cutting-edge solutions that use AI to help the UK reach our Net-zero energy targets and support Clean Energy Systems.

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Uncanny Machines: What art can tell us about AI … and ourselves?
Uncanny Machines: What art can tell us about AI … and ourselves?

The Scottish AI Alliance funded The New Real Art Commission 2023 on a joint quest to better understand the “inflection point of machines as human-made agents of change,” through artistic practice. Find out more about the project in this blog.

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What is Inclusive AI?
What is Inclusive AI?

At the Scottish AI Alliance when we say Inclusive AI what we mean is that we want AI that includes everyone from across the diverse cultures and communities that make up the population of Scotland.

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What is Ethical AI?
What is Ethical AI?

At the Scottish AI Alliance when we say Ethical AI what we mean is that we want AI that respects and supports the values of a progressive, fair and equal Scotland. AI that supports our ambitions for a fairer, greener Scotland while enabling us to become a more outward looking and prosperous country.

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What is Trustworthy AI?
What is Trustworthy AI?

Trustworthy AI must be transparent so that we can observe how these systems help organisations make decisions, and must be disclosed so that people are aware of the use of AI in their lives. 

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DSIT launches ‘Assuring the Future of AI’ report and public consultation on AI Management Essentials
DSIT launches ‘Assuring the Future of AI’ report and public consultation on AI Management Essentials

On November 6 2024 at the Financial Times Future of AI Summit, the DSIT Secretary of State, Peter Kyle, announced the publication of two new Responsible Technology Adoption Unit (RTA) products.

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Upcoming Events

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How to Find the Soul of a Sailor
Dec 12
How to Find the Soul of a Sailor

In 2023, we proudly supported The New Real creative community Art Commission to explore this topic. Our latest blog spotlights the amazing work of artist Kasia Molga, who was awarded a full commission to explore this topic. Visit the exhibition to see the final results of the project.

Children's AI Summit
Feb 4
Children's AI Summit

On February 4th, 2025, the Children’s AI Summit will bring together children from across the UK to share their messages for global leaders, policymakers, and AI developers on what the future of AI should look like.

Biomedical AI Cross-Sector Forum: Forging Partnerships for Innovation
Mar 10
Biomedical AI Cross-Sector Forum: Forging Partnerships for Innovation

This event will bring together academia, industry and third sector organisations to delve into the opportunities and challenges of translating AI research into real-world use within biomedicine.

Scottish AI Summit - Inverness
Mar 12
Scottish AI Summit - Inverness

Join us for our first event of 2025 at Eden Court to showcase Scotland’s leading role in the development of trustworthy, ethical, and inclusive AI.

Public Sector Data Summit 2025
Mar 13
Public Sector Data Summit 2025

Discover valuable insights on making the most of your data, storing it securely, and addressing concerns around AI and ethics through a variety of session formats, including keynote addresses, interactive panel discussions and masterclasses.

Public Sector Data Summit 2025
Mar 13
Public Sector Data Summit 2025

Holyrood Connect’s annual Public Sector Data Summit will return to Edinburgh on 13 March 2025. Join to hear valuable insights on making the most of your data, how to store it securely, and how to address concerns around AI and ethics.

AI UK 2025
Mar 17
AI UK 2025

The Alan Turing Institute is hosting the fifth edition of AI UK, the UK's national showcase of data science and artificial intelligence (AI) research and innovation. AI UK is an in-depth exploration of how data science and AI can be used to solve real-world challenges.

The European Chatbot & Conversational AI Summit
Mar 18
The European Chatbot & Conversational AI Summit

The European Chatbot & Conversational AI Summit is a two-day conference and exhibition designed to host industry executives and adopters of Conversational AI, Generative AI, Chatbots, Virtual Assistants, voice technology, and Conversation Design.

Cloud, Data & AI – Transforming Public Services 2025
May 8
Cloud, Data & AI – Transforming Public Services 2025

Transforming Public Services – Cloud, Data & AI is a conference tailor made for public sector tech and policy leaders looking to tap into the latest on how these cutting-edge IT systems are reshaping the backbone of public services in the era of Web 3.0.