This comprehensive report by ACCIÓ and CIDAI presents a detailed overview of the artificial intelligence ecosystem in Catalonia as of April 2024. It outlines the growth and structure of AI companies, with 488 active businesses contributing 0.8% to the regional GDP. The document explores AI applications across health, energy, mobility, and cultural sectors, while also emphasizing Catalonia’s leadership in generative AI, ethical governance, and international investment attraction. It discusses the EU AI Act’s regulatory framework, Catalonia’s own digital rights charter, and local initiatives like PIO self-assessment tools and Catalonia.AI. The report highlights strong startup activity in Barcelona, foreign investment, research leadership in Horizon Europe projects, and key use cases—from supercomputing access to healthcare AI innovations—solidifying Catalonia’s strategic position in Europe’s AI landscape.
