Tech, Digital and AI Summit

Europe’s tech strategy is getting real – how are the DSA and DMA getting enforced, and how does that affect Europe’s companies?

How can we balance investment in EU digital infrastructures to meet surging data demands and foster competition, while also determining the appropriate level of regulation for big tech companies offering telecoms services (e.g.,via the EU Connectivity Package) and ensuring competitiveness and security?

In pursuit of tech sovereignty, how European tech regulations might impact the ability of European startups and tech companies to develop and compete with established global players?

Europe's GovTech market is thriving, but the benefits are not always evenly distributed. How can we design investment strategies that bridge the gap between mature ecosystems in certain regions and those needing a jumpstart, ensuring all of Europe benefits from GovTech innovation?

While GovTech often focuses on streamlining services, how can these solutions be designed to address broader social challenges like citizen engagement, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability?

How can we leverage cloud infrastructure and the open data ecosystem to foster a thriving GovTech sector that delivers innovative public services and drives economic growth across Europe?

What strategies should the EU adopt to strengthen cybersecurity and mitigate the risks of cyber-attacks in an increasingly digital world?

How can the EU leverage strategic partnerships like the recently concluded EU-Singapore Digital Trade Agreement (DTA) to encourage innovation and competitiveness in the digital age and to remain a frontrunner against China and the U.S.?

How can the EU leverage emerging technologies to drive economic growth and social progress while prioritising human-centric AI development, embracing 5G and beyond?

How do technological advancements influence labour markets, particularly regarding the need for upskilling and reskilling, and what strategies can the EU employ to facilitate these processes?

Given the importance of transparency and explainability in building trust in AI systems, what skills and knowledge are essential for the workforce to understand and communicate AI decision-making processes to users and how can the EU support the development of dedicated training programmes?

How can the EU achieve an 80% digital literacy rate among its population by 2030, emphasizing privacy awareness and protection, as defined by the European Digital Competence Framework (DigComp), to empower citizens to confidently navigate and critically engage with the digital world while safeguarding their personal data and strengthening resilience against misinformation and disinformation?