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Microsoft exec: Skills, not tech, will drive Southern Europe's AI leadership

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Microsoft's Vice President for Southern Europe, Charles Calestroupat, emphasized that the future of AI leadership in the region will hinge on human skills and infrastructure rather than just technology. He highlighted Greece, Portugal, and Italy as emerging AI hubs that are focusing on developing an ecosystem combining human capital, universities, startups, and digital infrastructure. Microsoft's GR for GRowth initiative aims to train 100,000 individuals in digital skills to ensure inclusive AI adoption and productivity gains. AI

IMPACT Focus on skills and infrastructure development will be key for organizations and countries to effectively leverage AI for productivity gains.

RANK_REASON Article is an interview with a Microsoft executive discussing AI adoption strategy and regional development, not a direct announcement of a new product or research.

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Microsoft exec: Skills, not tech, will drive Southern Europe's AI leadership

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Tasos Zachos ·

    Microsoft exec on Southern Europe’s big AI moment: skills — not technology — will determine who leads the region’s AI future

    “I see Greece as more than a market; I see it as an innovation hub,” Charles Calestroupat, Microsoft’s VP for Southern Europe, told Fortune Greece.

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