31 Oct Invited Keynote Speaker in Budapest (Hungary) on 13th November 2024 at WIRE2024: Week of Innovative Regions in Europe

Keynote Speaker Announcement at WIRE 2024 in Budapest, Hungary

On 13th November 2024, WIRE 2024 (Week of Innovative Regions in Europe) will feature an invited keynote speech in Budapest, Hungary, addressing critical themes shaping the future of European regional development. The event, organized under the Hungarian Presidency of the European Council, gathers a distinguished audience of researchers, policymakers, and regional leaders to discuss innovation’s role in addressing today’s most pressing socio-economic challenges.

The keynote session, “New Challenges, New Dimensions of Regional Disparities,” will delve into how technological advancements, political shifts, climate challenges, and widening inequality are impacting European regions. A particular emphasis will be placed on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its role in social and territorial cohesion, highlighting the dual potential of AI to either bridge or exacerbate regional disparities. This discussion is especially timely, given current concerns over the erosion of the middle class and increasing demands for sustainable and inclusive regional development.

As a platform for exploring the evolving landscape of innovation in regional policy, WIRE 2024 will provide a forum for exchanging insights and strategies aimed at fostering democratic resilience, sustainable growth, and inclusive economic opportunities across Europe. The keynote session will be livestreamed to encourage participation and engagement beyond those attending in person.