Inetum supports national dialogue on the future of AI in Poland
Inetum supports national dialogue on the future of AI in Poland
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In December 2024, Inetum Polska took part as an official partner in the ITwiz editorial debate “AI for Poland”, a high-level meeting that brought together leaders from the public sector, academia, and private enterprise to discuss how to effectively coordinate and accelerate the development of artificial intelligence in Poland. The event featured Dariusz Standerski, Deputy Minister of Digital Affairs, as a special guest.
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Why it mattered
With Poland on the brink of significant digital transformation, the debate addressed key challenges around unifying fragmented efforts, allocating substantial public funds, and creating a sustainable ecosystem for AI innovation. The discussion followed the recent signing of an agreement establishing an AI Fund worth nearly 4 billion PLN, signaling the government’s serious commitment to advancing AI infrastructure and applications.
Inetum’s perspective: focused investment, realistic ambition
During the panel, Piotr Mechliński, Head of AI & Data EEMEA at Inetum Polska, emphasized a pragmatic approach:
“Let’s not pretend we’re building the next OpenAI or Google. Poland needs to focus its resources where we can make a difference—like AI applications in cybersecurity. We need clarity, focus, and a commitment to long-term value, not scattered investments that dilute impact.”
His intervention highlighted the need to avoid fragmented spending and instead concentrate efforts on strategic, high-potential sectors. Mechliński also stressed that public investment in computing power could be more effective than financial grants for startups, ensuring local capabilities and infrastructure continue to grow.
Key debate themes
- Coordination across Ministries and Sectors: unifying AI policies from over nine institutions to streamline investment and innovation.
- Dual-use and cyber defense: recognizing AI’s strategic importance in both civilian and military contexts.
- Talent retention and education: counteracting the “brain drain” by building attractive, purpose-driven ecosystems for Polish AI professionals.
- Open data and infrastructure: addressing the lack of usable, labeled public data and the need for sustainable, accessible supercomputing capacity.
- Regulatory pragmatism: striking a balance between regulation and innovation, especially with the upcoming implementation of the AI Act.
A Call for strategic vision
The debate closed with a shared recognition: Poland needs a bold, long-term AI vision, driven by strategic investment, empowered institutions, and a culture of cooperation between business, academia, and government.
Inetum is proud to contribute to this vision by actively supporting policy dialogue, promoting ethical innovation, and delivering AI solutions that empower organizations across industries.
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