AI Innovations Take Center Stage at The Hague Event
The Hague, Monday, 17 March 2025.
The MPI AI Lab hosts a dynamic event in The Hague today, emphasizing hands-on experience and collaboration in AI, bringing together professionals to innovate without traditional presentations.
Innovative Format and Collaborative Approach
Breaking away from traditional conference formats, the MPI AI Lab event adopts a unique ‘laboratory’ approach where participants actively engage in hands-on experimentation rather than passive learning [1]. The event, organized in collaboration with Narrative, the Fokker Terminal, Aveq, and Mood4Food, brings together professionals in an intensive workshop environment where they work in small teams of eight to develop and visualize AI concepts [1].
Timely Recognition of AI Leadership
The event coincides with significant developments in Dutch AI leadership, as exemplified by Meike Nauta’s recent achievement of the Prins Friso Ingenieursprijs 2025 just yesterday, on March 16, 2025 [2]. Nauta’s recognition for contributions to responsible AI and leadership underscores the Netherlands’ growing prominence in ethical AI development [2].
Venue and Accessibility
The Fokker Terminal, hosting today’s event, provides an ideal setting with its spacious facilities capable of accommodating up to 1,000 participants [1]. The venue’s commitment to sustainability is evident through its 100% CO2 neutral operations, achieved partly through an installation of 600 solar panels [1]. Located strategically on the edge of The Hague’s city center, the facility offers excellent accessibility with 400 parking spaces and direct bus connections from major railway stations [1].
Schedule and Participation
The carefully structured program begins at 13:00 with pre-event networking over refreshments, followed by two intensive sprint sessions from 14:00 to 17:00 [1]. The event culminates in a celebration scheduled from 17:00 to 18:30 [1]. Participation is made accessible through tiered pricing, with special rates for MPI members at €79 (excluding VAT) and non-members at €99 (excluding VAT), while Event Passholders 2025 can attend free of charge [1].