European Lighthouse on Secure and Safe AI (ELSA)

The European Lighthouse on Secure and Safe AI (ELSA) is a large research initiative that brings together leading European universities, research centres, and industry partners to develop trustworthy, secure, and safe artificial intelligence. The project focuses on ensuring that AI systems used in Europe follow strict ethical, legal, and technical standards.

ELSA works on:

• Robust and trustworthy AI technologies that can be explained, verified, and audited
• Security-focused AI that protects users and systems from misuse, bias, and vulnerabilities
• Safety mechanisms ensuring AI behaves reliably in real-world environments
• European values in AI development, transparency, accountability, human oversight
• Building a strong European research network to compete globally while maintaining high standards

The initiative supports scientific breakthroughs, develops practical tools, and strengthens Europe’s leadership in responsible AI.

Source: ELSA – ELSA – European Lighthouse on Secure and Safe AI