DIE ELOQUENZ DER COMPUTER (THE ELOQUENCE OF COMPUTERS)

Eloquence – the uniquely human ability to use language with clarity and impact – is now being rapidly redefined. The rise of AI-driven large language models (LLMs) is not just a technological breakthrough; it marks a seismic shift with global geopolitical implications. With tech giants like Google, Meta, and OpenAI leading the charge, the United States has established a dominant position in the AI landscape. Meanwhile, China is investing heavily in its own LLM ecosystem, advancing models such as DeepSeek and Qwen in a strategic bid for global AI leadership.

But what exactly are LLMs, and how do they function? What are the implications of this technological divide for the international order? How are economic and security power relations shifting? And crucially: What role can, and must, Europe assume in this intensifying situation? Johannes Oster will endeavour to get to the bottom of these questions.

Johannes Oster is part of the Generative AI programme at TU Wien, where he is also studying for a Master’s degree in Data Science. He works as a senior AI engineer at Became AI, an agency dedicated to helping companies implement generative AI solutions in an ethical and responsible manner. For several years, he has also been a key organiser of the invitation-only global Sigma Squared Summit – a platform that brings together ambitious young founders, seasoned entrepreneurs and thought leaders to foster cross-generational dialogue and innovation.

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