From Regulator to Innovator: European AI and Sovereignty

AI holds immense promise to propel innovation, enhance productivity, and create new revenue streams. Europe is at the forefront regulating this technology, but is trailing behind in the race to develop its own AI and generative AI systems. How can Europe's regulatory leadership be harmonized with an aggressive innovation strategy? What are the specific barriers that European AI startups face, and how can they be overcome? In what ways can Europe's unique values and emphasis on ethical AI be turned into a competitive advantage on the global stage?