Allied For Startups at Prompting Europe in Copenhagen

On 29 May 2024, we were thrilled to be part of Prompting Europe Copenhagen, the latest stop in a series of events aimed at exploring the future of European startups and their potential to become the next big tech success story.

The event brought together startup founders, investors, AI experts, and key industry organisations at Norrsken House Stockholm, to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing startups in Europe. Our Policy Manager, Maxime Ricard, had the privilege of speaking about the EU AI Act and its implications for AI startups in Europe. In his presentation, Maxime highlighted the importance of a regulatory framework that recognises the unique needs of the startup ecosystem. We believe that only by creating a regulatory environment that supports innovation and growth can European startups and scale-ups truly thrive in the global tech landscape.

Key takeaways from the event:

• AI and European Startups: We discussed the exciting opportunities and regulatory hurdles presented by the AI Act, which is critical for startups looking to innovate and scale in Europe.

• Challenges for European Founders: European startups face a number of obstacles, including limited capital, patchwork regulations, and a heavy regulatory burden. However, the event focused on how we can turn these challenges into competitive advantages.

• Collaboration and Solutions: The event was not just about discussions—it was about working together to find solutions. With dynamic sessions, participants came together to brainstorm practical ways to navigate regulatory challenges and scale AI startups across Europe and beyond.

We’d like to extend a huge thank you to all the organisers (Lucien Burm and Johan Schaap, Dutch Startup Association) and fellow speakers: Kevin Cochrane (Vultr), Sohrab Hosseini (Orq.ai), Anastasia Petrova (Metasouls), Herman Kienhuis (Curiosity VC), Thomas Kluiters (Juvoly).

Europe has the potential to be the next hub for AI innovation, and we’re excited to continue being part of these discussions that help turn that potential into reality.