Web Summit in Lisbon Discusses Trump's Impact

The Web Summit, Europe's largest annual tech conference, is taking place in Lisbon, gathering around 70,000 attendees including industry leaders from companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Meta. A significant focus of the discussions is the potential impact of Donald Trump's re-election on the tech sector, particularly regarding artificial intelligence and social media regulation. Ukrainian officials Alex Bornyakov and Mykhailo Fedorov will speak on the ongoing innovation in Ukraine amidst the conflict, reflecting mixed sentiments about Trump's foreign policy approach. Elon Musk's influence will also be a recurring theme, with panels discussing his impact on social media and the potential for a European alternative to SpaceX. The event marks a return to form following a controversial previous year, with a renewed emphasis on fostering startup ecosystems. The discussions will likely shape the future of tech policies in light of the changing political landscape in the U.S.