By Stephane De La Hour & Dieter Von Mannstein
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the global balance of power. While the United States and China lead the race, Europe stands at a crossroads: risk becoming a follower, or rise to claim a leadership role.
In this groundbreaking book, Stephane De La Hour and Dieter Von Mannstein present a bold, actionable roadmap for Europe to close the AI gap and secure long-term competitiveness. Combining strategic foresight with practical policy recommendations, they explore how Europe can leverage its unique assets-its regulatory frameworks, cultural diversity, research excellence, and ethical values-to become a global force in AI and robotics.
Inside, you'll discover:
How the AI race is shaping global power dynamics.
The key barriers holding Europe back-and how to overcome them.
Strategies for scaling innovation, startups, and research hubs across the continent.
The role of robotics, data ecosystems, and digital sovereignty in Europe's future.
A blueprint for ethical and sustainable AI leadership that reflects European values.
Bridging the AI Gap is both a wake-up call and a call to action. It is essential reading for policymakers, entrepreneurs, academics, and anyone who cares about Europe's future in the AI age.
Europe has the tools. The question is-will it act?