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Why human-centred computing is the key to navigating the AI era

Morten HjelholtAbout ITUResearchartificial intelligence

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape how we work, communicate, and make decisions, one question is becoming increasingly urgent: who ensures that technology works for people? ITU's Head of Research, Morten Hjelholt, talks AI, human-computer-interaction, and future demands.

ITU project will study how humans react when AI systems fail

Paolo BurelliResearchCollaborationsartificial intelligence

New research led by Associate Professor Paolo Burelli aims to prevent disasters at sea by tackling alarm overload, loss of trust, and confusion in increasingly autonomous vessels.

What can game studies teach us about soccer?

A new book co‑authored by ITU Professor Miguel Sicart examines soccer through the lens of game studies, analysing how rules, interpretation, and play shape the world’s most popular game.

New report: Could a cyberattack paralyse Denmark?

A report by the IT University of Copenhagen, the University of Southern Denmark, and the Danish Institute of Fire and Security shows that successful cyberattacks on the telecommunications sector have had major consequences in Ukraine and offers a number of recommendations for how Denmark can strengthen both defence and emergency preparedness.

DKK 3.5 million for a project on payment options in times of crisis

A grant from the Inge Lehmann Programme will support a project investigating vulnerabilities in Danes’ payment options in the event of a crisis.

New method could close major gaps in Danish cyber defence

A research project aims to raise awareness about the uncertainties involved in the acquisition and use of so-called “off-the-shelf” software and operating systems, which are currently used by both the Danish Armed Forces and institutions critical to national infrastructure. In the long term, the goal is to equip critical sectors with tools that enable them to verify the security of their software.

ITU Professor involved in upgrading of European theoretical computer science

The European conference in theoretical computer science, ICALP, has achieved top ranking. The current Chair of ICALP’s Steering Committee, Thore Husfeldt, Professor at the IT University of Copenhagen, is excited to see that the upgrade has already resulted in more world-class researchers presenting their results in Europe.

Basic research to help the shipping industry predict shocks in global networks

Jonas JuulResearchdata sciencegrants

A new research project at ITU investigates how complex networks respond to sudden and localised disruptions. The results may influence both fundamental research and the maritime sector.

IT University to launch ten maritime research projects

The Orient’s Fond and The Danish Maritime Fund fund ten research projects that will contribute to maritime innovation in Denmark.

Alumni and students from the IT University honoured at Spilprisen 2026

At Spilprisen, the prestigious awards ceremony for the Danish games industry, the Debut Award, Talent Award, and Student Award were all presented to teams connected to the IT University in Copenhagen.