At the VivaTech conference in Paris, French and German ministers stressed the urgent need for Europe to establish technological sovereignty in artificial intelligence. They warned that without swift action, Europe risks becoming a mere observer in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
The ministers highlighted recent developments, including the U.S. ban on Anthropic’s AI models for foreign nationals, as a stark reminder of how quickly access to technology can change. They argued that sovereignty is essential not just for protection but for maintaining agency in a competitive global environment.
Germany’s strategy aims to quadruple AI capacity by 2030, alongside developing a sovereign cloud infrastructure. Both ministers emphasized that innovation must come from collaboration between governments and startups, asserting that Europe has the talent and ideas to lead in this sector.
The call for unity between France and Germany reflects a broader ambition for Europe to not only keep pace with technological advancements but to shape them. The ministers concluded that the next decade is crucial, and Europe must act decisively to ensure it is at the forefront of AI development.
Source: Euronews
