Tech & Politics Forum

Europe is at a critical juncture. Confronted with war, a slowing economy and shifting global partnerships, the Continent is rethinking how it aligns with other Western powers, and pursuing a more self-sufficient regional strategy.

The resulting industrial strategy, coupled with European-led rules on connectivity, AI, cybersecurity, data protection and ESG, could present a defining opportunity for the homegrown tech and telecom industry.

If deployed carefully, new rules could not only form a template for other regions, but encourage innovation, investment and prosperity. To achieve this, policymakers will have to work across competencies, and alongside industry.

How can Europe keep citizens, businesses and supply chains secure, without resorting to protectionism? Who should pay for new and resilient networks? What is the best way to work with, and respond to, US initiatives such as the IRA? What lessons have we learned from the war in Ukraine? Should there be regional or global standards for new technologies?

The Tech & Politics Forum 2023 will gather industry CEOs, policymakers, investors, NGOs, civil society and thinkers to debate topics including digital ecosystems, sovereignty, security and infrastructure amid shifting global geopolitics.

Gain access to in-person sessions, meet speakers and network with your peers. Breakfast, lunch, refreshments and networking drinks included.

Access to all sessions, digital Q&A and video on demand available for 30 days. Network and connect with your peers through our online community.

Industrial Policy

Can Europe’s efforts to safeguard homegrown tech help it compete with a more protectionist US and China?

The Digital Ecosystem

Who should pay for Europe’s networks, and to what extent does a transatlantic partnership still exist?

Emerging Standards

Can Europe lead the way on new rules for AI, cybersecurity and Open RAN?

Understand

The big picture, not just the individual strands of the business you work in

Connect

And build relationships with some of the biggest names in your industry

Discover

New approaches and strategies to help win market share

Speaking Opportunities

Claire Landon
claire.landon@ft.com

Sponsorship Opportunities

Jack Austen
jack.austen@ft.com

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