Maria Costeira

Technology Expert - AI & Quantum Engineering Independent

Main Day 1 - Tuesday 4th November

8:45 AM Chair Remarks

9:00 AM KEYNOTE PRESENTATION: What’s Happening Now and What’s Next for Europe’s AI Ecosystem?

Europe’s AI journey is entering a critical phase - marked by breakthroughs in compute, rising energy demands, and fragmented policy landscapes. This session offers a panoramic view of the current European AI ecosystem and what’s on the horizon. From the convergence of high-performance computing, AI, and quantum to the infrastructure and policy challenges that could shape, or stall, progress, we unpack what leaders need to watch now.

  • The current state of AI adoption and innovation across Europe
  • How AI, HPC, and Quantum are starting to converge—and what that enables
  • Strategies for protecting both physical and digital AI infrastructure
  • Balancing global interoperability with regional regulation and data protection
  • Strategic considerations for enterprises building long-term AI capabilities in Europe
  • The future of data centres: cost, energy, investment, and sustainability


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