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Clara Chappaz: 'A joy to discuss challenges of AI and Digital Technology for France and Europe'

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Clara Chappaz, Secretary of State for AI and Digital Technology, expressed her enthusiasm about discussing the challenges of AI and digital technology for France and Europe with members of French Tech. Chappaz shared her statement in a September 30 post on X.

"What a joy to have met all the players of French Tech to discuss the major challenges of #IA and Digital for France and Europe," said Chappaz, Secretary of State for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technology. "I know I can count on your talent and your passion."

The new French Secretary of State for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technology recently met with members of the French start-up ecosystem, known as French Tech, to address various challenges related to artificial intelligence and digital technology in France and Europe. Among the leaders she spoke with were Max Levesque, CEO and co-founder of Aqemia, and Anne Vincent-Salomon. They discussed the challenge of building a bridge between research and artificial intelligence.

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According to their website, French Tech is responsible for "supporting the structuring and growth of the French start-up ecosystem, in France and all around the world." The French Tech Mission is connected to the General Directorate of Enterprises within the Ministry of Economy, Finance, Industrial, and Digital Sovereignty. On a daily basis, they cooperate with over 60 public organizations.

Several companies have found a conducive environment in France to grow their industry. According to a report by Coindesk, "companies… have been offered a welcome in France, by officials boasting a regulatory framework that offers relative predictability." The Secretary General of the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) said that "In France, we are proud to be pioneers."

Chappaz became the new French Secretary of State for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Assets in September 2024. Prior to assuming her position in the French Government, she gained experience in the tech industry serving in multiple positions such as Director at La French Tech for three years, Chief Business and Growth Officer for Vestiaire Collective for three years, and VP International at LYST for one year. Chappaz received a Master's in Business Administration from Harvard School of Business and a Master of Science (Grand Ecole) in Strategy & Entrepreneurship.

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