Anna González

The future of cities is experiential, blending technology, entertainment, sports, and urban life into seamless, connected ecosystems. In this keynote, Julio de Salvo, Chief Solution Officer for MENA & APAC at Globant, explores how AI, data, and design create frictionless experiences that redefine living, playing, and connecting. Showcasing Globant’s work at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles and Qiddiya in Saudi Arabia, attendees will see how human-centered innovation enhances personalization, connectivity, and engagement. The session highlights how smart cities are evolving to be adaptive, sustainable, and emotionally intelligent, setting new global standards for experience-driven urban design.

In today’s interconnected world, Europe’s reliance on external computing infrastructure creates economic, security, and trust risks. Sovereign compute technologies offer a strategic solution through open, transparent, and verifiable systems, strengthening innovation, digital resilience, and preserving European values and innovation from external influence.