AI’s paradox: Innovation or governance

Balancing modern speed with the governance handbrake

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Geopolitical threats, shifting regulations, and rapid leaps in AI are forcing technology and security leaders into a tough spot. Do you push full steam ahead on innovation to match business demands, or pull the governance handbrake to protect your brand from massive risk?  

The reality? You have to do both. It’s all about staying ahead of the competition while keeping sensible guardrails in place.  

Join us over lunch to debate how to hit that sweet spot between speed and safety, work pragmatically with regulators, and manage risk as tech advances.

Event details

📍 Location: The Business Club, Munich

🗓 Date: 6th October 2026

🕛 Time: 12.00 PM - 3.00 PM CET

👥 The Hosts: Doug Drinkwater, Editorial and Strategy Director, HotTopics

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