Regeringsrobot:
Decoding Government Decisions with AI


In the lead-up to the 2024 European, federal, and regional elections, we at Dataminded launched Regeringsrobot— Generative AI chatbot designed to bridge the gap between citizens and government decisions. While the tool is no longer active, its legacy as a cutting-edge solution for transparency and political understanding lives on.

Regeringsrobot was a free chatbot that empowered Flemish voters to navigate complex government decisions with ease. By leveraging Generative AI, AWS Bedrock, and GPT-4, the chatbot provided lightning-fast, factual, and neutral answers to questions about government actions across various policy areas. From education to energy policies, Regeringsrobot summarized years of government documents in seconds, offering users clear insights without judgment.

Why We Built Regeringsrobot

The idea behind Regeringsrobot was simple yet profound:

  • Transparency: Make government decisions accessible and understandable.

  • Neutrality: Provide unbiased information to help citizens assess political actions independently.

  • Empowerment: Reduce the complexity of finding relevant data so voters could make informed decisions in the polling booth.

At Dataminded, we believe in using technology to solve society’s pressing challenges. In a world of increasing complexity, tools like Regeringsrobot showcase how AI can foster trust and transparency instead of division.


How It Worked

Regeringsrobot used a Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) approach:

  1. Data Collection: Tens of thousands of government documents were stored in a vector database.

  2. AI Summarization: When users asked a question, the chatbot retrieved the most relevant decisions and summarized them using an LLM (Large Language Model).

  3. Source Verification: Every answer included references to the original documents, enabling users to verify the facts themselves.

The chatbot’s neutral stance ensured it refrained from judgment, encouraging users to draw their own conclusions based on accurate data.

RESOURCES

Media Coverage

Regeringsrobot gained significant media attention:

  • VRT News: "The Government Chatbot helps the Flemish voter with their choice in the polling booth on June 9."

  • Rob TV: Highlighted its ability to quickly assess whether politicians kept their promises.

  • It Daily: Emphasized the chatbot's role in reducing the gap between politics and citizens.


Open Source for the Community

At Dataminded, we believe in sharing knowledge. The Regeringsrobot source code is available on GitHub, enabling others to explore or adapt our approach.

Interested in What's Next?

Although Regeringsrobot has been turned off due to low demand, our commitment to using data and AI for impactful solutions continues. Get in touch with us to learn how we can help you tackle your data challenges and achieve meaningful results.


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