Knowledge Apéro: “Unlocking the potential of Human-Tech Synergy in Europe’s Security Landscape”

The event was organized by our partner Fondazione Giacomo Brodolini (FGB) in collaboration with ASSETs+, in Brussels last November 27.

The topic of this eleventh FGB Knowledge Apéro was related to how together humans and technology can forge a security landscape that is not only effective but also just and equitable.

In an era where security challenges are becoming increasingly complex, the fusion of human expertise with advanced technology has never been more critical. Europe stands at the forefront of this paradigm, seeking to harmonise the power of human skills with the precision of technological innovation to create a security landscape that is robust, responsive, and resilient.

The transformative role of human-tech synergy covers the integration of artificial intelligence, cyber defense, and state-of-the-art surveillance with the irreplaceable nuances of human decision-making is shaping a safer future for all. This synergy is not only about the tools we employ but also the skills we hone. The demand for technical proficiency in managing complex security technologies is on the rise, and with it, the need for critical thinking, ethical judgment, and strategic decision-making has never been more pronounced.

The opening words were given by Liga Baltina, Head of the Labour Market and Skills Research Unit at Fondazione Giacomo Brodolini, and introducing the theme and moderation by Gualtiero Fantoni, ASSETs+ coordinator from the University of Pisa; with the key interventions of Daniel Segovia, from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, Mateo Burgos, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid and Éric Grivel, Bordeaux INP.

Knowledge Apéro is an afterwork informal gathering with invited guests for sharing discussion and wine. Networks bring inspiration, multiplying the dimensions of value generated by individuals, institutions and companies.