As digital tools become central to how societies are governed, influenced, and mobilised, political technology is no longer just a domestic issue—it is a geopolitical battleground. In this session, the panelists examine how global power competition, AI regulation, digital sovereignty, and platform governance are reshaping the political tech landscape. 

The discussion will explore how Europe positions itself between U.S. tech dominance and China’s state-driven digital model; how political organisations navigate transnational disinformation and cross-border influence operations; and how emerging technologies—AI agents, data ecosystems, cybersecurity architectures—are redefining soft power and strategic autonomy. 

With perspectives from policy, philanthropy, and international security, this session offers a sharp analysis of the geopolitical forces that will determine who builds, controls, and benefits from the next generation of political technology.