Paris Hosts Major AI Conference at Collège de France
On February 9, 2026, Paris will be the focal point of a major discussion on artificial intelligence (AI) governance. The event, titled “AI in Paris, One Year After the Summit: Building the Future,” will be held at the prestigious Collège de France. This significant gathering is organized by PSL University, the Polytechnique Institute of Paris, and HEC Paris.
Event Overview
The conference aims to showcase France’s robust research capabilities in AI. It will highlight excellence clusters, including Hi! PARIS and PR[AI]RIE, covering a wide range of disciplines from molecular chemistry to machine learning. This initiative follows the previous Paris summit on AI, reinforcing the city’s role as a leader in technological and ethical discussions.
Distinguished Speakers
Keynote speakers at the event include:
- Giulio Birolì, ENS-PSL
- Chloé-Agathe Azencott, Mines Paris-PSL
- Tony Lelievre, ENPC-IPP
These experts will provide technical presentations along with analyses of the societal impacts of AI technologies. The Institute for AI and Society will contribute by exploring responsible AI development and its interactions with democracy, health, and the economy.
Focus on Governance and Regulation
The event will feature a critical panel discussing AI governance, organized in partnership with Le Grand Continent. Anne Bouverot, president of the ENS-PSL Board, will introduce this session. Key participants include:
- Clara Chappaz, Digital and AI Ambassador
- Eric Brousseau, Economist
- Antonin Bergeaud, Economist
This roundtable will address vital regulatory challenges facing AI today.
Government Support
The strategic significance of the conference will be emphasized by the attendance of high-ranking political figures. Philippe Baptiste, Minister of Higher Education, Research, and Space, will close the event with remarks on the essential alliance between academic research and public power. This partnership is crucial for global competitiveness in AI technology.
Event Details
The conference will take place at the Amphithéâtre Marguerite de Navarre at Collège de France, starting at 1:45 PM. It promises to be a thought-provoking day filled with insights into the future of AI governance in Paris.
