Today’s guest is Chris Yiu, Director of Public Policy, Northern Europe at Meta. In this episode, we delve into the dynamic world of AI innovation and the challenges of regulation. With his extensive experience in technology policy and AI governance, Chris provides compelling insights into the current landscape and future potential of AI, particularly focusing on how Europe are navigating these waters.Topics include:0:00 How the AI Awards showcased diverse innovators driving societal and business progress1:42 Why Europe lags US and China in AI innovation3:55 Hoe the UK prioritizes growth, pragmatic AI regulation and innovation5:40 Rapid AI outpaces Europe’s complex, fragmented regulations8:40 How Meta uses AI to empower businesses and drive innovation10:50 Hands-on experimentation with accessible AI tools empowers innovation13:23 Why Europe debates AI regulation reform to boost innovation15:47 How Europe risks underutilizing AI’s transformative potential due to regulations

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