Getting European AI Right - with Europe2031's - Dr. Philip Fox
An in-person discussion on Europe’s future in the age of artificial intelligence.
The event “Getting European AI Right – with Europe2031 Co-author Dr. Philip Fox” will take place on August 3, 2026 at the Hertie School in Berlin. Organized by AI Safety Berlin and the Hertie AI Policy Initiative, the event brings together researchers, policy professionals, founders, and AI enthusiasts to discuss Europe’s position in the global AI landscape.
The discussion is centered around Europe2031, a widely discussed future scenario that explores how Europe could evolve in the age of advanced artificial intelligence. Since its release, the project has attracted significant attention across policy, research, and media communities, sparking debate about Europe’s innovation capacity, strategic autonomy, and competitiveness.
The featured speaker is Dr. Philip Fox, European AI Policy Lead at KIRA and co-author of Europe2031. During an interactive Q&A session, participants will have the opportunity to challenge the scenario’s assumptions, discuss alternative trajectories, and explore policy responses that could help shape Europe’s future.
In addition to the discussion, attendees can participate in breakout sessions and connect with experts working in AI governance, policy, research, and entrepreneurship. The event aims to foster meaningful dialogue and encourage concrete action on Europe’s role in the AI era.
- Date: August 3, 2026
- Time: 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Location: Hertie School, Friedrichstraße 180, 10117 Berlin, Germany
- Organizer: AI Safety Berlin & Hertie AI Policy Initiative
- Format: In-person event with Q&A, breakout sessions, and networking
- Speaker: Dr. Philip Fox, European AI Policy Lead at KIRA and co-author of Europe2031
- Audience: Researchers, policy professionals, founders, students, and anyone interested in AI governance and technology policy
- Focus: AI policy, AI governance, European competitiveness, future scenarios, innovation strategy, regulation, and societal impacts of AI
- Agenda: Q&A with Dr. Philip Fox, moderated breakout discussions, networking, and community exchange