2025 AGENDA

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How can the UK and Europe Compete with the US and China in the Development of Transformative Technology?

Monday 9 June 2025
Main Stage
  • The US and China have long been dominant forces in global tech innovation, but Europe is increasingly asserting its influence. What strategic steps can be taken to further solidify its role on the world stage?
  • Evaluating current methods for growing promising start- ups; what more can be done to support the research and development aims of burgeoning European tech companies?
  • How can Europe strike the right balance between strong privacy regulation and creating an environment conducive to innovation in tech development?
  • Where should government investment be heading? Is the current priority workforce upskilling, tech infrastructure upgrades or elsewhere?
Speakers
Markus Villig, Co-Founder & CEO - Bolt
Suranga Chandratillake, General Partner - Balderton Capital