Île-de-France Launches €5 Million FemTech Fund to Drive AI Innovation
Île-de-France announces a €5 million FemTech fund to drive AI innovations in women's health and enhance public services.
Key Points
- • Establishment of the 'FemTech Île-de-France' fund with €5 million investment.
- • Four initiatives to integrate AI in public services and education unveiled.
- • New AI-focused high school to open in Paris by 2028.
- • Total investment in AI initiatives planned at €150 million by 2028.
In a significant boost to artificial intelligence initiatives, the Île-de-France region has announced the creation of the 'FemTech Île-de-France' fund, which aims to support innovations in women's health through an initial investment of €5 million. This announcement was made by Valérie Pécresse, President of the Île-de-France region, during the Viva Technology 2025 event, marking a pivotal step in addressing the underfunding of women's health tech in France compared to other European nations.
The FemTech fund is part of a broader strategy that includes four key initiatives aimed at enhancing AI within public services and education, with a total planned investment of €150 million by 2028. One notable initiative is the establishment of a new high school in Paris focused exclusively on AI training, which is expected to cultivate future talent in this vital sector. Additionally, the region plans to integrate AI into public administration to improve service delivery and responsiveness, while boosting investments in infrastructure related to AI and quantum technologies.
The region's commitment to AI is also reflected in its participation at the Viva Technology event, where many startups presented solutions aligned with these initiatives. The overarching goal is to position Île-de-France as a leading hub for AI innovation that prioritizes public good and boosts competitiveness across sectors.