In 2018, the European Commission put forward a European approach to artificial intelligence and robotics to support and strengthen the development of AI in Europe. Thereafter, and in line with this, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) proposed the initiative called ‘Joint EU Forces on AI’ with the support of other leading Agencies (CdT, EMA, EUIPO). The aim of this initiative is to jointly explore and exploit the benefits of AI, share knowledge and foster synergies.