Ana Simic

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© Belinda Thaler
CEO & Founder
Propeller - AI Consultancy

She is an expert and coach in the field of digitalisation and AI, with a focus on infrastructure, industry and media. She supports companies in AI strategy, innovation, organization and skills development. She is the host of the weekly "AI Melange" podcast.

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Ana Simic on the Schedule 2025

All times in CEST

Sunday, 24. August

Starting times
Afternoon
Hike | AI, Productivity and Europe’s Role: Can Europe Afford to Be Cautious?
150
Artificial intelligence is transforming industries, yet Europe’s regulatory caution risks leaving it behind global competitors. As the US and China accelerate, Europe must ask: Can it stay competitive without sacrificing its values? Explore strategies for value-driven, AI-powered productivity growth. //INFO: Bring hiking shoes and water.//INFO: In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place at Volksschule (Upperfloor Class 2). 
Congress Centrum Alpbach , Hike Start 2 | Bus Turning Area
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14:00 - 16:30 Hike | AI, Productivity and Europe’s Role: Can Europe Afford to Be Cautious?
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Thursday, 28. August

Starting times
Morning
Hike | The Social Dilemma: Impact on Society and Reclaiming Control
180
Social media platforms and their enabling technologies are reshaping mental health, democracy and society. Examine the social dilemma they pose – and discuss what political, societal, and personal actions are needed to reclaim agency in the digital age between openness to technological advances and need for self-determination. //INFO: Bring hiking shoes and water. //INFO: In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place at Volksschule (Upper floor Class 1).
Congress Centrum Alpbach , Hike Start 1 | CCA Square
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09:00 - 12:00 Hike | The Social Dilemma: Impact on Society and Reclaiming Control
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Afternoon
European Digital Sovereignty in Times of Geopolitical Competition
60
As geopolitical tensions rise, Europe’s digital sovereignty becomes a strategic imperative. Explore how Europe can secure its technological independence— while safeguarding its values and autonomy.
Congress Centrum Alpbach , CCA – Schrödinger-Saal
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14:00 - 15:00 European Digital Sovereignty in Times of Geopolitical Competition
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