Julia Christina Hess and Catherine Schneider speak at re:publica 2026

Julia Christina Hess and Catherine Schneider will present a talk titled “GPU Dreams, Human Realities: Rethinking Europe’s AI Infrastructure Push” at this year’s re:publica festival. Drawing on interface research, Hess and Schneider will explore the environmental, economic, and societal implications of Europe’s push for technological sovereignty, highlighting the importance of talent, business models, and long-term sustainability in shaping a resilient AI ecosystem.