Panel: AI Sovereignty – Possibility or Pipe Dream for Europe?

Explore the geopolitical stakes of AI, from control over data and platforms to the risks of dependence on external powers. Europe faces a critical choice: should it build domestic AI platforms or continue relying on global providers? The debate extends to governance and competitiveness – how can Europe balance regulation with technological leadership without stifling innovation? This panel brings together leading experts to examine these trade-offs, explore what it would take for Europe to achieve AI independence, and discuss the strategic moves needed to lead in the global AI race.