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PublishedDecember 12, 2024

Exploring 15 Years of Tech Innovation With CCIA Europe – And What’s Next for AI?

CCIA Europe is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, which is the perfect opportunity to reflect on how technology has transformed the lives of Europeans over the past decade and a half – and to imagine what the future holds. 

We spoke to Lama Nachman, Director of Intel’s Intelligent Systems Lab, to explore both the groundbreaking advancements that shaped the past 15 years of tech-driven progress and the revolutionary AI breakthroughs that are poised to redefine the next decade and a half. Dive into these conversations below and join us in celebrating the digital sector’s journey of innovation in Europe – past, present, and future.

What Are the Biggest Tech Innovations of the Last 15 Years?

From the rise of deep learning to the transformative power of large language models powering systems like ChatGPT and Gemini, Nachman explains how artificial intelligence (AI) has evolved from niche applications to globally accessible tools driving creativity and innovation. 

What Kind of AI Breakthroughs Will We See in the Next 15 Years?

Get a glimpse into the future of AI, as Lama shares her bold predictions in this interview recorded for CCIA Europe’s 15th birthday. From AI stepping out of the digital realm to assist us in the physical world, to revolutionising science and solving massive challenges like climate modelling and drug discovery. 

Alexandre Roure

Head of Policy and Deputy Head of Office, CCIA Europe
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