Startup Connect: Insight & Innovation Night hosted by Gcore

​Europe is racing to build sovereign AI and Scale-up leadership, but startup founders are still facing major structural barriers. Join us for an evening at the intersection of innovation, policy, and infrastructure, where we’ll dive into the real-world hurdles holding back Europe’s AI startups.

Panel: “Limitations and Challenges in the AI Industry”
As the AI Act sets the tone for responsible innovation and Scale-Up Europe calls for a unified tech strategy, our expert panel will tackle:

💸Limited access to GPUs & foundation models — and the cost trap of scaling
🏗️ Infrastructure gaps stalling early-stage AI product development
🔏 Cloud lock-in, sovereignty concerns, and regulatory friction in cross-border scaling

Expect honest insights from startup operators, AI infrastructure experts, and ecosystem leaders working on real solutions, not just policy talk.

🍸Stick around after the panel for music, drinks, and high-signal networking with fellow founders, engineers, and builders.

🗣️ Let’s discuss what it truly takes to build and scale AI startups in Europe.