Beyond the Hype: Why Science Is the Smarter Bet for AI

AI is revolutionising industries, so why are we still investing in the obvious, while its most transformative potential remains untapped? In this fireside chat, Dorothy Chou, Director of the Public Engagement Lab at Google DeepMind and Angel Investor with Ada Ventures, explores how science powered by AI can deliver real societal and economic returns. Drawing on her work at the intersection of science, policy, and impact, she’ll unpack what’s missing from today’s capital flows, why foundational science remains undercapitalised despite its vast potential, and how Europe is uniquely positioned to lead this shift. With advantages in talent affordability, policy momentum, and a growing appetite for long-term vision, the continent has an opportunity to set a new direction. For investors and governments alike, this session is a call to look beyond the hype and back what will truly move society forward.

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