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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 21h

From idea to impact: Mario Major, founder of Ten to the 13th / Neuro Universal Language, joined the FARI AI Accelerator with a promising idea: helping people better understand social cues, context, ambiguity and hidden meanings in daily interactions. 🎥 Revisit Mario’s story: buff.ly/eCrmYBZ

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FARI AI Accelerator Program: meet Mario, winner of the Audience Award of the third cohort

The FARI AI Accelerator supports early-stage startups and researchers developing responsible, human-centered AI. Based in Brussels and rooted in the European public sector ecosystem, the program…

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

On October 2 at WAT.BXL, participants in the Malt × Antasphere Artificial Intelligence Hackathon will come together to exchange ideas and develop innovative solutions. FARI will be represented by Hita Sheth in the panel discussion. 🔗 Discover more here: buff.ly/qky6uzd

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

⏳ LAST CHANCE TO APPLY! Join the AI4Gov-X learning ecosystem with Specializing Master MagiX and develop the skills to design, implement and govern responsible AI-enabled public services. Apply or request information: buff.ly/7kFreIS FARI Referral Code: 26BEFARI01

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🤖 AI, a New Age of Power This evolution is not only technological. It is also changing how we think about power, responsibility and sovereignty. This raises important questions which will be adressed on Monday, 5 October | 20:00 at BeCentral. Discover here: buff.ly/FId6nUj

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We are proud to count Wallonie-Bruxelles International (WBI) among the partners of the FARI Brussels Conference 2026. 🌍 WBI is responsible for the international relations of Wallonia-Brussels and plays a key role in strengthening international cooperation. 🔗 Discover more: buff.ly/2BI7FIK

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

🚀 This year marks our third year of partnership with hub brussels and our second with life tech brussels. Health is a key focus area for FARI, where we explore how AI, data and emerging technologies can contribute to better health and serve the public interest. 🔗 Discover more: buff.ly/2BI7FIK

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

On 14 October, as part of the Digital Week, we are organising a participatory workshop where you will get to explore the digital twin through a very concrete urban challenge: heat islands. No technical expertise needed, just your experience, curiosity and ideas. 💡 More: buff.ly/SovPusW

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

🚀 Register to #FARI2026 ✨️ In the first session of this year’s FARI Conference, we will bring together different perspectives to explore how AI is reshaping productivity, entrepreneurship, employment and skills, public-sector transformation, inclusion, and economic resilience. 👉 buff.ly/ofWkzmd

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Govern digital transformation responsibly. Specializing Master MagiX addresses regulatory governance, compliance, digital sovereignty, policy design and public value. Apply now: buff.ly/7kFreIS FARI Referral Code: 26BEFARI01

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🏆 Could you be the next Mario? The FARI AI Accelerator helped him turn a strong idea into a winning pitch by receiving valuable guidance, expert feedback and practical support that helped him strengthen his project, clarify his ideas and prepare for the next steps. 👉 Apply now: buff.ly/JBiLwDD

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

🇬🇧 For the second time, the British Embassy Brussels is partnering with us for #FARI2026. Shaping Brussels’ role in AI cannot happen in isolation. International cooperation is essential if we want to shape a responsible technological future. 🔗 Discover more: buff.ly/2BI7FIK

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Curious about what the FARI AI Academy is all about? This video offers a glimpse into our broader mission: buff.ly/pf4geKr One of these learning journeys is our Postgraduate in AI for the Common Good. Last days to register, so find out more via the link here: buff.ly/QY0eTl7

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Curious About AI? Start Here 🚀 | FARI AI Academy

From inspiring keynotes and immersive experiences to hands-on training and tailored learning journeys, the AI Academy helps you explore, understand, and apply AI with confidence. Whether you are…

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Last year, we asked for your feedback on the FARI Brussels Conference. And we listened. 👂 Here are a few changes you will notice at the 2026 FARI Brussels Conference: 🔹 More time for meaningful discussion 🔹 Easier networking 🔹 Revisit the sessions 👉 Don't miss it and register now: buff.ly/coIVVUF

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Last chance to get your project recognised! ⏳ You have one week left to apply for the FARI Brussels Local Impact Award and put your project in the spotlight. 🏆 The winning project will be recognised at the FARI Brussels Conference 2026. 👉 Apply now: buff.ly/KQjTozh

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

⏳📣 Starting this fall, this hands-on programme is designed for professionals who want to better understand what AI can and cannot do, assess its relevance in their own context, and engage with it responsibly across teams, processes and institutions. Only a few days left to register: buff.ly/QY0eTl7

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

MagiX is a fully online, 60 ECTS Master program for professionals who want to understand, design, and govern responsible AI-enabled public services. It explores participation, co-creation, inclusivity, accessibility and citizen experience. More: buff.ly/7kFreIS FARI Referral Code: 26BEFARI01

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

When floods hit, decision-makers need clear data and fast recommendations. 🌊 Therefore, the European AI Challenge 2026 will explore how AI can support public authorities in preparing for flood emergencies. Applications are now open: buff.ly/ipg2XnO

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

In September, the applications for the 5th FARI AI Accelerator will open, so we continue to share the voices of entrepreneurs who have experienced the programme first-hand. Hiva Houshyar, Jury Award Winner 4th cohort, reflects on the value and the support it offers to participants. 👉 Who is ready?

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

📅 Join us on 28 September at 5:30 PM at FARI for a new Happy Hour. We are delighted to welcome Sonja Janssens, Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Letters, Translation and Communication at ULB, who will discuss the impact of AI on communication and translation 💬🌍 👉 buff.ly/keEPtWk

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

There are only a few days left to apply to our Postgraduate 📣 In this video, Margarita Ghulam, one of our alumni, looks back on her experience in the programme and shares part of her journey. If you want to join the next cohort, this is the moment to apply: buff.ly/tjwBsai

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

On September 3, FARI, CEPS and VUCABLE invite you to an evening with Amy Carmichael who will share practical lessons on how public institutions are navigating the opportunities and challenges of AI. The event marks the local launch of the MagiX Master's programme More : buff.ly/6leqxXy

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

On 14 September 2026, UHasselt, Vrije Universiteit Brussel and Universiteit Antwerpen are bringing researchers together in Brussels for the workshop: “Combining Infectious Disease Modelling and AI: Methods and Communication”. 👉 Discover the programme: buff.ly/6kdfnD5 👉 Register: buff.ly/vUDtrEY

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

On 3 September, join the Café IAssos Transnational in Brussels. Together with SAW-B & Social Good Accelerator, we willl bring social economy actors together to exchange experiences, explore the challenges of AI & co-create recommendations for a more responsible approach to AI. 👉 buff.ly/k1DIG4W

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Join us on Tuesday, November 24 (9:00 AM CET) at BeCentral for the Final Pitch & Graduation of the AI Accelerator Program. 14 startups will take the stage to present their AI-driven solutions to a panel of innovation experts. This event is co-organized by BUDA and FARi. Register: buff.ly/84bi2vC

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

A key strength of our Postgraduate Programme is the final case study, where participants tackle a real organisational challenge. Successful AI adoption goes beyond technical solutions. We help design and implement AI projects that are effective, sustainable and responsible. Register: buff.ly/P5lkAkh

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Public services are changing. Specializing Master MagiX helps civil servants build practical skills in AI, data, governance and human-centric service innovation. Apply or request information: buff.ly/7kFreIS FARI Referral Code: 26BEFARI01

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

🚀 What can the FARI AI Accelerator bring to your AI project? Through expert sessions, academic guidance and exchanges with a strong community, we help startups and researchers further develop AI solutions that are innovative and socially valuable. 👉 Comment to be notified when applications open.

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

On 3 September 2026, we will host the Café IAssos Transnational in Brussels. Participants will share the lessons learned from the previous Café IAssos sessions, explore unresolved questions with researchers and experts, and collectively co-create recommendations. Curious: buff.ly/Y3W93f1

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Calling students in AI, data, climate, policy, and communication. 🎓 The European AI Challenge 2026 will take place in Brussels on 29–30 October 2026. Join a multidisciplinary team, work on a real science-for-policy challenge and present your recommendations to a jury: buff.ly/v8PYtp0

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

"Profiling someone always means evaluating them." 💭 An interesting interview from Philonomist with legal philosopher Nathan Genicot explores the history and implications of profiling in modern society. A must read for anyone interested in AI, data ethics, HR, or decision-making. 🔗 buff.ly/5n6GUCY

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

A digitaltwin is a virtual representation of a real place, system, or environment. By combining data, modelling and visualisation, it helps us better understand complex situations, explore scenarios, and support more informed decision-making. At FARI, we bring this approach to life in the FARI CAVE.

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

How can AI help cities make smarter traffic decisions? 🚦 The #TORRES project, led by researchers at @ULB in collaboration with @VUB and Macq Mobility, uses AI and traffic data to help policymakers test mobility scenarios before implementation. 👉 Learn more:

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

In this article with Anastasia Karagianni, Doctoral Researcher at VUB’s Law, Science, Technology & Society (LSTS) research group and former FARI Scholar, about a focus group exploring “verifemmication”: a feminist approach to AI verification. Read the article: buff.ly/lgXJOQL

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Join us on Thursday 3 September in Brussels for an evening exploring AI in the public sector ✨️ Amy Carmichael (Ada Lovelace Institute) will share her research on AI adoption in UK public services. The evening celebrates the local launch of the MagiX Master’s programme Register: buff.ly/6leqxXy

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

As #LIBRA.I comes to an end, we are proud of FARI's contribution to empowering libraries with AI literacy. Through trainings and bootcamps, we helped librarians become trusted guides for their communities. The final Conference was the perfect way to close this chapter. 👉 Interested: buff.ly/a6vTZ94

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

📣 Join the FARI team! We are looking for new colleagues: 🔹 Smart Region Policy Advisor Deadline: 31 August More info: buff.ly/nRa2Bnu 🔹 AI, Data & Robotics Client Engagement & Partnerships Manager Deadline: 10 September More info: buff.ly/aL95mvx Applications can be sent to info@fari.brussels.

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

At the FARI Brussels Conference 2025, our session “Simulating and imagining a society with AI Agents” explored the concept of AI agents beyond the technical lens. A timely session for anyone interested in AI, public policy, cities, governance and society. Watch the full session here:

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FARI Brussels Conference 2025 - Simulating and imagining a society with AI Agents

This session will explore how AI agents can be used to imagine and design possible futures. Conversely, how can we think about a society of agents? Moving beyond purely technical considerations, it…

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

FARI AI Accelerator applications will open in September, offering a new group of AI startups and researchers the opportunity to develop their projects. Mario Major, Audience Award winner of last year's cohort, explains what makes the programme meaningful. 👉 Discover Mario's story: buff.ly/3PcwxQl

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Specializing Master MagiX trains professionals to design, implement and govern responsible AI-enabled public services. Online format. 60 ECTS. Focus on AI, data, governance and human-centric innovation. Apply: buff.ly/7kFreIS FARI Referral Code: 26BEFARI01

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

60 students. 2 days. 1 challenge: how can AI help Europe better prepare for future floods? 🌧️ European AI Challenge 2026: From Data to Policy Brussels, 29–30 October 2026 A prize will be awarded to the winning team. 🏆 Apply now: buff.ly/0BL9qK5

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Join us on Thursday 3 September at 17:30 at the FARI Test & Experience Centre for an evening exploring how public institutions can bridge the gap between AI ambition and implementation. The event marks the local launch of the MagiX Master's programme 🚀 Register: buff.ly/6leqxXy

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

How can cities unlock the potential of rooftops? 🏙️ The new MultiRoofs infographic highlights how multifunctional rooftops can support more resilient and sustainable cities. At FARI, we contribute to the project through communication and the development of Digital Twin tools. 👉️ buff.ly/YuAzIH9

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Join us at AI4DT 2026 – Artificial Intelligence for Digital Twins: Challenges and Best Practices, a workshop taking place on 21 October 2026 as part of BNAIC BeNeLearn 2026 Conference at Maastricht University. Researchers are encouraged to submit their work by 31 August 2026. 🔗 buff.ly/XVu9Ycq

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Discover an immersive digital twin of the Laboratoire de cyberjustice | Cyberjustice Laboratory Courtroom in Montreal projected inside FARI’s CAVE - our Computer-Augmented Virtual Environment, developed in the context of the VIRAJ project (Virtualization and Augmentation of Justice).

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Karine Gentelet is one of our keynote speakers at the FARI Brussels Conference 🎉 She will explore AI governance and the role citizens and civil society should play in shaping the future of AI. Because building an AI capital means building it with and for civil society. 🎟️ More : buff.ly/9M00Yd8

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

When we talk about AI, accuracy is often presented as a neutral objective. But is it? This question, raised by Miriam D., was at the heart of a recent anchoring session led together with the FARI Citizen Engagement Hub team.

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

You now have until September 15, 23:59 CEST to apply for the FARI Brussels Local Impact Award! 🏆️ Launched as part of #FARI2026, it recognises initiatives that use innovation to serve the common good, focusing on responsible, inclusive and sustainable digital futures for Brussels. 👉 buff.ly/fnZXJRY

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Are you a public sector professional? MagiX equips you to lead responsible AI with confidence. The Master is a fully online, 60 ECTS program. Plus, enhance your journey with AI4Gov-X extracurricular activities.✨ FARI Referral Code: 26BEFARI01 🔗 buff.ly/7Dpj7FM

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FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute @faribrussels.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

In their article, Desara Dushi, Nertil Berdufi, and Anastasia Karagianni examine whether existing EU legislation can address the risks posed by AI-generated CSAM and deepfakes involving children. While the European legal framework provides safeguards, the article highlights gaps. 👉️ buff.ly/skb6lsp

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