Hogan Lovells connects tech and investment industry at AI Investment Summit in Berlin

The summit focused on key questions regarding growth opportunities and investment strategies for European technology companies: How can AI and Deep Tech companies be scaled successfully in Europe? Which strategies promote innovation and growth? How can competitive advantages be achieved in the digital transformation? And how can Europe utilize the full potential of science and technology?

A particular highlight was the keynote speech by Michael Tobin, a British tech entrepreneur who was honored by Queen Elizabeth II with an Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his "services to the digital economy". He outlined a multi-layered picture of the European innovation landscape and highlighted the journey towards the future: In order to unlock the full potential of AI, companies need to invest in infrastructure, comply with regulations and prioritize sustainability. Tobin concluded that the race to utilize AI in line with ecological aspects has only just begun and that legal framework conditions are crucial for the social acceptance of AI.

The Hogan Lovells technology company ELTEMATE described practical use cases for the application of AI, particularly in the legal and compliance sectors.

"This summit has impressively demonstrated the importance of close collaboration between technology companies, investors and the legal sector for the future of AI in Europe. Building a strong AI and tech ecosystem in Europe requires more than just funding – it requires a culture of cooperation that attracts talents, fuels innovation and creates an entrepreneurial environment that will strengthen Europe's position in the global competitive landscape," concluded Dr Nikolas Zirngibl, host of the summit and Germany Head of Corporate & Finance at Hogan Lovells. 

External speakers and panelists

Amine Abidi, McKinsey; Itxaso Araque, Google; Jelena Bauer, McKinsey; Ties Boukema, Dawn Capital; Guy Conway, Koble; Dr. Catherine Cutts, KKR; Marisa Krummrich, b2venture; Dan Nechita, European Parliament; Dr. Marcel Quennet, Quantistry; Dr. Philipp Raidt, FGS Global; Dr. Stefan Schiefer, Genesis Cloud; Dr. Sebastian Schirber, Artefact; Michael Tobin OBE, Technology Entrepreneur; Matthias Wilkendorf, Goldman Sachs; Dr. Patrick Wollner, McKinsey

Hogan Lovells speakers and panelists

Lucie Arntz; Marcus Busch (ELTEMATE); Dr. Leopold von Gerlach;  Dr. Sebastian Lach (ELTEMATE); Dr. Martin Pflüger; Dr. Falk Schöning; Dr. Stefan Schuppert; Dr. Jasper Siems; Thiemo Woertge; Dr. Nikolas Zirngibl

Workshops

• AI & Data Governance
• AI-Regulation & Venture Deals
• Digital Frontier Technologies
• Legal Tech
• Leveraging GenAI in Investment Operations for VCs
• Policy, Regulation & Communication

Panels

• Building a European AI & Deep Tech Investment Ecosystem
• Scaling AI & Deep Tech Businesses