Catalyst Stage
Jun 3, 2026
11:00 AM11:30 AM
Tech Shift
From Smart Cities to Sovereign Cities: Why Europe Needs Urban AI
Jorge BlascoLumo LabsPrtnerMiguel Alexandre Barreiro-LaredoEIRACEO
Description
Europe's cities are becoming intelligent. But intelligence without sovereignty is just dependency. As urban AI systems reshape how cities manage energy, mobility, safety, and services, a critical question emerges: who controls the data, the algorithms, and the infrastructure underneath it all? This session explores why Europe must build its own urban AI layer, and what is at stake if it doesn't.