A Tech Alliance for Europe and the United States: The Next Big Leap?

Emerging technologies that will shape the future of our societies such as Artificial Intelligence, quantum, biotechnology and 6G wireless communications are increasingly dominating Transatlantic security and economic relations. In recent years, EU and US officials have worked to identify significant vulnerabilities, protect societal values, and create viable regulatory frameworks, while also aiming to remain competitive outside the Transatlantic space as well as competitive within it. Recent meetings of the EU-US Trade and Technology Council have highlighted areas of policy overlap, including on issues such as human rights and privacy. Yet, these meetings have also showcased significant divergence in terms of priorities, with the US particularly focused on security issues and export controls. Set against the backdrop of rapid political, geopolitical, technological and social change, the future effectiveness of substantive EU-US coordination is in doubt. This meeting will gather researchers and officials from both sides of the Atlantic to identify and discuss the challenges and opportunities affecting future Transatlantic security and economic cooperation associated with the emerging technology sector.

📍 Venue: Auditori de La Pedrera (C/ de Provença, 261, 265, Eixample, 08008 Barcelona). Google Maps

🔊 Languages: Simultaneous interpretation will be included.

▶️ The event will be streamed.