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DIGITALEUROPE celebrates the new and re-elected MEPs in sunny Strasbourg

31 July 2024

On July 16, DIGITALEUROPE hosted a cocktail reception in Strasbourg to welcome the new and re-elected Members of the European Parliament.

 

The reception, held at Villa Quai Sturm, served as a primary networking opportunity for MEPs and DIGITALEUROPE's members to discuss the future of digital in Europe. It marked the beginning of the new legislative term, coinciding with the first plenary session of the European Parliament.

Cecilia Bonefeld-Dahl, Director General of DIGITALEUROPE kicked the evening off with a speech which highlighted the importance of collaboration between policymakers and the tech industry to drive innovation and competitiveness in the EU. 

A guest of the cocktail reception gazing at an example of digital art.

Guests also had the opportunity to view the future of digital art exhibitions which were curated by artists from all around Europe including a concert in a sphere, levitating art and Haiku poems created with AI. 

Watch the highlights reel below for a closer look at this memorable gathering, and keep scrolling to see some more pictures from the evening.

 

Highlights Reel