Meet the experts who will be discussing AI regulation & innovation at the EU-Startups Summit 2025! | EU-Startups

On April 24-25, 2025, the EU-Startups Summit returns to Malta, bringing together many of Europe’s most promising founders, startup enthusiasts, and investors for two days of networking, inspiration and learning.

As artificial intelligence continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, Europe finds itself at the centre of a critical conversation: how to regulate AI effectively while supporting innovation. Our panel, “AI Regulation: Opportunities & Challenges for AI Innovation in Europe”, will bring together thought leaders from venture capital, policymaking, academia, and the tech industry to explore the future of AI governance in Europe. From investment and startup impact to legislative frameworks and global competitiveness, this panel will unpack the key dynamics at play.

Christian Rebernik – Tomorrow University

Christian Rebernik is the Co-founder and CEO of Tomorrow University, the global University for impactful careers focused on sustainability, innovation, and entrepreneurship. With a strong background in digital education and product innovation, Christian is an advocate for responsible AI development and the role of education in building ethical tech solutions. His experience spans startup scaling, tech leadership, and shaping the next generation of founders.

Eoghan O’Neill – European Commission

Eoghan is a Senior Policy Officer at the European Commission, currently working within the newly established AI Office. With extensive experience shaping EU digital and innovation policy, he now focuses on the implementation of the EU AI Act—a landmark regulation designed to foster responsible AI development across Europe. His work centres on promoting a balanced, risk-based framework that supports innovation while safeguarding fundamental rights. Through initiatives like regulatory sandboxes, simplified compliance tools, and the AI Pact, he contributes to building an ecosystem of trustworthy AI practices across the EU.

Jennifer Woodard – Logically

Jennifer is the Vice President of Artificial Intelligence at Logically, she leads the development of AI-powered solutions to counter-narrative threats, disinformation, and adversarial activity. With over 20 years in tech and a decade in AI research, she co-founded Insikt AI (acquired by Logically) and serves as an expert advisor to the European Commission and the UN on AI, ethics, and national security. Her deep expertise in both innovation and governance makes her a key voice in the AI policy landscape.

Thomas Cuvelier – RTP Global

Thomas is a Partner at RTP Global, a leading early-stage venture capital firm investing in ambitious tech founders across Europe, the US, and India. With a keen focus on enterprise software and AI, Thomas has backed numerous startups transforming key sectors. His expertise in funding AI-driven innovation and scaling companies across regulated markets brings an investor’s lens to the evolving European AI landscape.

This panel is a must-attend for founders, regulators, and investors looking to understand the implications of AI policy and how to navigate opportunities in a changing regulatory environment. Secure your ticket today and stay tuned for exciting updates on our event page—you can also check out the full agenda here to keep track of all the speakers and panels.

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