By 2025, sovereign AI has moved from a niche policy debate to a central pillar of Europe’s economic and geopolitical strategy. Artificial intelligence is no longer just another digital technology. It is fast becoming a form of national infrastructure, shaping productivity growth, public services, industrial competitiveness and national security. For Europe, the stakes are particularly high. The continent faces slow productivity growth, rising geopolitical risk, and deep re

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a future concept. It is already shaping how economies grow, how businesses compete, and how governments deliver services. From finance and healthcare to public services and manufacturing, AI is becoming a core economic tool. However, not all countries are equally ready to benefit. Some nations are well positioned to turn AI into productivity gains, higher incomes, and stronger global influence. Others face a tougher transition, wit

In today’s economy, productivity, innovation, and shared responsibility matter more than ever. Yet one trend that often gets overlooked is the growing entitlement mindset. This mindset is not about whether people deserve help or support. It is not about blaming or judging anyone who receives benefits of any sort - whether government or otherwise. Instead, it is about understanding what happens when a whole society begins to expect rewards without the effort, accountability, o