Thijs Kranenburg

Thijs Kranenburg is the Lead Data Scientist at Sdu, a prominent legal content provider in the Netherlands. He plays a crucial role in integrating artificial intelligence (AI) within the legal sector, focusing on how AI can enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of legal professionals. Kranenburg is known for his efforts to demystify AI, emphasizing its practical applications rather than portraying it as an all-powerful entity. He conducts workshops aimed at educating notaries on how to leverage AI in their work, addressing concerns related to data security and the potential of AI technologies in legal practices.1

Kranenburg co-founded Bluetick, an AI-driven legal search platform, which was acquired by Sdu in January 2023. This platform aims to streamline access to legal information, allowing lawyers to quickly find relevant case law and other legal documents. His background includes a degree from the Jheronimus Academy of Data Science, where he developed expertise in applying data science techniques to the legal field.234

In his current role, Kranenburg is actively involved in product development for AI solutions tailored for the legal industry, including initiatives like GenIA-L, which focuses on understanding and meeting the needs of legal professionals.1 His work is characterized by a forward-thinking approach that encourages legal practitioners to envision future applications of AI technology within their practices.1