This week, we gathered leading minds from academia and industry at RWTH Aachen University to explore how AI is transforming engineering and manufacturing across Europe.
Over two days, the program delivered insightful keynotes, interactive roundtable discussions, demos, and networking moments. A standout was the interactive panel on the JUPITER AI Factory (JAIF), where participants discussed how this new initiative will empower companies and research institutions through high-performance compute infrastructure and a collaborative ecosystem.
Key Takeaways:
Europe holds strong position in high-quality AI patents, backed by a robust industrial and research landscape
JAIF offers unique potential through advanced compute power and ecosystem integration
Opportunity to explore and build Industrial AI foundation models at JAIF
A major challenge remains: increasing trust and willingness to share data across sectors to unlock collaborative AI potential
The second day featured a fascinating tour of Lindt & Sprüngli Aachen, showcasing real-world AI applications in manufacturing. We closed with a session on AI for Virtual Worlds, highlighting the upcoming Strategic Research & Innovation Agenda (SRIA) and steps toward a Virtual Worlds Association in Europe.
We're energized by the momentum and look forward to the collaborations enabling innovation and growth. A huge thank you to all speakers, participants, and partners for the insightful exchange!
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Yasemin Cilt, M.Sc.
Industry Relations Manager Head of Collective Incubator | Business Development
