How is the Welsh Government working to maximise the benefits of AI for the Welsh language?
We want AI to create opportunities for more people to use more Welsh in more situations. Our approach brings together investment in Welsh language technology, open resources, strategic partnerships and international collaboration so that Welsh speakers can benefit from more accurate and capable tools in the workplace and in everyday life.
We have funded the development of Welsh language AI through our technology grants. In 2026–27, this includes support for Bangor University’s Iriaith project to develop and improve Welsh language AI models and technology tools, and Cardiff University’s work to develop Welsh language technology infrastructure. This strengthens the foundations for AI and digital services that work in Welsh.
Our new partnership with Cosine builds on our longstanding approach of sharing publicly available data and open resources to improve how AI processes Welsh. It will help ensure that Welsh is represented in AI systems developed and hosted in the UK, giving developers and public services greater access to technology that understands and generates Welsh more accurately.