Journée de l'Economie

AI Technologies

Overhyped, imperative or real opportunity?

Monday 24 March 2025

at Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce

The 2025 edition is now over! Discover all the pictures of this inspiring event

Registration fees for the conference amount to €70. Every year, the proceeds from the registration are entirely donated to an association. This year, we have chosen the Mouvement pour l'Égalité des Chances pour Tous (MEC asbl).

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has significantly evolved in recent years, with remarkable developments across various fields. These rapid advancements have sparked a global dialogue, with opinions ranging from enthusiastic endorsement to cautious scepticism.

AI technologies are reshaping industries and transforming numerous sectors, with their influence steadily growing in everyday life. However, as these technologies continue to expand, they also raise critical questions about their true impact on businesses and economies. Does AI genuinely drive economic growth and innovation? Is Luxembourg, with its strong financial sector and emerging tech ecosystem, well positioned to explore and capitalise on AI's potential? What does the future hold for AI adoption and regulation in Luxembourg and on the global stage?

On 24 March 2025, at the Journée de l’Economie held at the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce, together, we asked: Is AI simply overhyped, an essential driver of progress, or a real opportunity for transformative change?

As every year, this unique event brought together economists, members of the Luxembourg government – including Lex Delles, the Minister of the Economy, SME, Energy, and Tourism – as well as many representatives of the private sector to explore the potential, challenges, and implications of AI for businesses and our economy.

We were also delighted to welcome renowned keynote speakers who will shared their views with us. Among the distinguished speakers, we had the privilege of listening to:

Mrs Nadia Calviño, President of the European Investment Bank Group, addressed a keynote speech and explained the role of financial institutions in driving digital transformation.

Prof. Philippe Aghion, Economist, explored the question, "Should we fear AI?" (pre-recorded video). A professor at the Collège de France, INSEAD, and the London School of Economics, as well as a fellow of the Econometric Society and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, his research focuses on the economics of innovation and growth.

Dr Luc Julia, Chief Scientific Officer at Renault Group, addressed the provocative question, "GenAI: myth or reality?" One of the designers of the Siri voice assistant and a co-founder of several Silicon Valley startups, Dr Julia is also the author of the best-selling book There is no such thing as Artificial Intelligence (published in 2020). Recognised as one of the top 100 most influential French developers in the digital world, he holds dozens of patents and continues to shape the field of AI innovation.

Throughout the conference, we delved into the impact of AI across various sectors, with a particular emphasis on the role of governments. We explored how Luxembourg and Europe can achieve their digital ambitions. The event featured dynamic discussions where market experts examined the benefits and challenges of AI and emerging technologies on businesses, as well as on energy and digital transition, sharing insights on how these new technologies can transform the economic landscape.

Discover here all the highlights of the event and stay tuned to get more info about the 2026 edition!

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The concept of the annual "Journée de l'Economie"

The conference

Since 2007, the "Journée de l'Economie" has been organised every year, assembling a community of entrepreneurs, leaders, institutional administrators, politicians and decision-makers from Luxembourg and the Greater Region.

This conference presents an opportunity to take stock of the economic situation and contemplate ways to boost the development of businesses in Luxembourg and the Greater Region through open discussions.

Over the years, this conference has come to constitute one of the key events of Luxembourg's corporate agenda.

The collaborators

The success of the "Journée de l'Economie" is to a large degree due to the dedicated involvement of its four main organisers: the Ministry of Economy, the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce, IDEA and FEDIL - The Voice of Luxembourg's Industry. The contribution of private collaborators such as PwC Luxembourg has also considerably contributed to the conference's distinction and renown.