DT Joins the IPAI Innovation Platform

Telekom Deutschland has joined the innovation platform IPAI (Innovation Park Artificial Intelligence) in Heilbronn. The shared goal is to integrate AI into the business practices of companies, institutions, and administrations where it can make a real impact.

"AI reaches its full potential only when we collectively bring it into practice," said Klaus Werner, Director for Business Customers at Telekom Deutschland. "Europe needs to invest in AI now. That's why initiatives like IPAI are essential: for the digital sovereignty of Germany and Europe, enabling them to expand their independence further and drive innovation."

IPAI sees DT as a strong partner: "With Deutsche Telekom, we gain a company that takes a holistic approach to digitalization, from infrastructure to specific applications. Our platform is strengthened by sharing experiences, learning from one another, and creating tangible solutions. We are delighted that Deutsche Telekom shares our vision. Together, we will ensure that AI is not only conceptualized but also put into action," explained Moritz Gräter, CEO of IPAI.

The collaboration signifies a collective dedication to an innovation-friendly and responsible approach to artificial intelligence. As a European hub for applied AI, IPAI unites businesses, academia, public entities, and startups to foster practical and reliable solutions. IPAI in Heilbronn is a key initiative dedicated to advancing responsible, European-focused AI.

Over 70 companies and institutions are already contributing their expertise to the network. This flagship project of the German state of Baden-Württemberg seeks to establish a leading AI ecosystem in Europe, bridging business, science, and society. By the end of this year, a 30-hectare international AI campus will be developed as a European hub, featuring AI living labs, data centers, and work and project spaces for more than 5,000 people. The focus is on ethical, sustainable, and human-centered AI solutions that align with European values.