HIVE AI: Polish Scientists Shaping the Future of Public Administration

In the quiet halls of Polish research institutes, a technology is emerging that could revolutionize how the state communicates with its citizens. Imagine a civil servant who never tires, always responds precisely, and searches through hundreds of documents in a fraction of a second to find the right information. This vision is becoming a reality thanks to the HIVE AI project—a government initiative spearheaded by experts from the Polish Academy of Sciences.

Scientists at the Forefront of Innovation

Two PAN institutes—the Institute of Computer Science and the Institute of Slavic Studies—are leading the development of large language models aimed at supporting the digitization of public administration. The Prime Minister of Poland has appointed a special team to design and implement artificial intelligence technologies that will facilitate the work of offices and improve citizens’ access to services.

“Entrusting us with this mission is a great honor and a confirmation of the role that science plays in building a modern state,” says Prof. Marek Konarzewski, President of PAN. “It is not just a matter of technology but also of increasing the efficiency and transparency of administration.”

How Is the Polish Language Model Created?

The HIVE AI project is based on four key stages. First, scientists build vast databases of Polish-language texts—these serve as the foundation for the model to “learn” how to understand and generate content. Next, training sessions are conducted, during which artificial intelligence learns to recognize context and tailor responses to users’ needs. The third step is evaluation—researchers analyze the results and refine the model to ensure its maximum accuracy. Finally, the model is implemented in public administration.

Technology Serving Citizens

HIVE AI will be integrated into key digital services such as the mObywatel application, assistants for civil servants, and intelligent information retrieval systems in public institutions. The model is expected not only to streamline administrative processes but also to improve information accessibility for citizens, eliminating the barrier of complex bureaucratic language.

Prof. Wojciech Penczek, Director of the Institute of Computer Science PAN, emphasizes: “This is just the beginning. The future belongs to AI-based solutions that can support the public sector, business, science, and education alike. It is crucial that we maintain control over them and shape them according to our needs.”

Poland’s Response to Global Challenges

Currently, the dominant language models on the market, such as ChatGPT or Gemini 2.0, operate in a closed mode, and their algorithms are not accessible for review. Additionally, their training has primarily relied on English-language sources, affecting the quality of responses in Polish. HIVE AI presents an alternative—an open, Polish-language model designed to serve society as a whole.

“We believe that technology should be available to everyone,” says Prof. Ewa Golachowska, Director of the Institute of Slavic Studies PAN. “Our goal is to create a tool that will support Polish science, administration, and entrepreneurship—but most importantly, people, because this innovation is being developed for them.”

The HIVE AI project, carried out with the support of the Ministry of Digital Affairs, has received funding of PLN 19 million. The work is scheduled to continue until the end of 2025, and its outcomes could reshape Polish public administration for years to come. Once again, Polish science demonstrates that it stands at the forefront of modern solutions—and that the future starts right here.