After Europe 2031: How Europe should prepare for Transformative AI

In June 2026, a group of AI experts published "Europe 2031," a viral scenario about Europe's future in light of current trends in AI development: unless it launches the most ambitious policy agenda of post-war Europe, it risks being economically and geopolitically sidelined within just a few years. The scenario struck a nerve and was intensely debated in Europe's capitals. But what follows after the wake-up call? How can we prevent a scenario like Europe 2031 and preserve Europe's competitiveness, security, and sovereignty? The "Transformative AI Strategy for Europe," published in September 2026, provides answers to these questions and lays out a detailed action plan for the EU and its member states. Philip Fox is co-author of both publications and discusses how the momentum from "Europe 2031" should now be translated into a concrete strategy.