FORESIGHT The Futures of Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Europe’s R&I Ecosystem

2026

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This report explores plausible futures of artificial intelligence (AI) and their implications for Europe's research and innovation ecosystem, offering strategic priorities for navigating uncertainty and shaping a distinct European AI pathway.

* Analyzes current AI adoption trends and projected trajectories across EU sectors.
* Presents three distinct scenarios for AI development by 2040: EU attached to global AGI/ASI networks, EU AI Leadership, and Global AI Winter.
* Identifies three overarching opportunities for action: strengthening anticipatory governance, enhancing European competitiveness through AI adoption, and shaping a distinct European AI pathway based on trust, sustainability, and public interest.

Tags: Artificial Intelligence, Europe, R&I Ecosystem, Futures, Policy

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