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December 8, 2025

The hidden opportunity of Europe’s AI limits

The future is yet to be built and Europe can certainly play its part

John Thornhill

4 min read

There are two good reasons why Europe may be right to bet on open AI models. First, because it might well be the best way to go. Second, because Europe does not have a choice. 

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John Thornhill

John Thornhill is Sifted’s founder and innovation editor of the Financial Times. He tweets from @johnthornhillft

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