By In a bold move to assert France’s position in the global tech race, President Emmanuel Macron has announced a €10 billion investment in artificial intelligence (AI). The initiative, seen as France’s answer to the US’s Stargate project and China’s AI dominance, aims to reduce Europe’s reliance on foreign technologies and establish France as a hub for AI innovation.
The investment will fund research and development, support startups, and create AI-focused educational programs. Macron highlighted the strategic importance of the plan, stating, “AI is not just a technological challenge; it is a geopolitical one. Europe must have its own capabilities to remain competitive and sovereign.”
While the plan has been praised for its ambition, some experts question whether it can bridge the gap with the US and China, which currently lead in AI development. Nevertheless, the announcement signals France’s commitment to playing a key role in shaping the future of AI.