> **来源：[研报客](https://pc.yanbaoke.cn)** # European Tech Insights 2025 Summary ## Core Content The *European Tech Insights 2025* report provides a comprehensive overview of public attitudes toward technology in Europe, emphasizing the balance between technological progress and social values. It highlights the continent's growing emphasis on **technological and defense sovereignty**, **safety and resilience**, and **social inclusion** over pure competitiveness. The report also explores Europeans' views on AI, data privacy, and the geopolitical alignment of the EU with the U.S. and China. ## Main Points - **Technological Progress with Values**: While competitiveness is a key political goal, it is not the top priority for most citizens. Europeans prefer technology that supports **security, inclusion, and social welfare** over purely economic or competitive goals. - **AI and Public Trust**: AI is increasingly seen as a part of daily life, but public trust remains low. Europeans are **skeptical of AI's impact on jobs, education, and personal finance**, with significant concerns about **job displacement, cultural homogenization, and loss of human judgment**. - **Defense Spending and Sovereignty**: There is a notable shift toward **European defense and technological self-reliance**, with many willing to accept **higher costs** for security technologies and **data localization**. However, **Mediterranean countries** show more ambivalence compared to Northern and Central Europe. - **Geopolitical Alignment**: Despite the U.S.-China rivalry, a majority of Europeans still prefer **alignment with the U.S.** over China, but **support for China is rising**. Younger generations and those with lower education levels are more open to closer ties with China, while older and more educated Europeans tend to favor a more cautious stance. - **Data Localization**: A strong majority (72.3%) of Europeans believe **sensitive public data should be stored only in Europe**, reflecting a preference for **data sovereignty and security** over cost efficiency. ## Key Findings - **Technological Identity**: Europeans are divided between **preserving cultural heritage** and **embracing innovation**. Countries like **Germany, Sweden, and Poland** lean toward innovation, while **Italy, Spain, and France** show stronger support for tradition. - **AI Investment Priorities**: While **71%** prefer public funds go to **education and healthcare** rather than AI, **Germany** shows the most support for increased AI investment (40.3%). - **AI and Employment**: Europeans are **evenly divided** on whether AI is more likely to replace **low-skilled or high-skilled jobs**, with **France** and **Spain** showing the highest concerns about AI disrupting employment. - **AI in Education**: **77.2%** of Europeans oppose the use of AI in their children's education, even when it's meant to support teachers. **France** and **the Netherlands** are the most resistant to AI-assisted learning. - **AI in Finance**: **81.2%** of Europeans would not trust AI to manage their personal finances, though **Estonians** show the most openness. - **Algorithmic Trust**: Europeans are **skeptical of AI-generated content**, with **59.9%** trusting human-made videos more. Concerns about **algorithmic homogenization of culture** are widespread, with **Spain** showing the highest level of fear. ## Survey Methodology - **Sample Size**: 3,010 adults across 10 European countries. - **Countries Included**: Estonia, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom. - **Demographics**: The sample maintains a representative balance in terms of **age, gender, region, and education level**. - **Data Collection**: Respondents were recruited through **recurrent panels** and **social media, direct mailing, and referrals**. - **Incentives**: Small **in-kind incentives** were provided to encourage participation. ## Authors - **Carlos Luca de Tena Piera**, Executive Director of the Center for the Governance of Change (CGC) at IE University, led the research. He is a public policy expert with a focus on **technology governance and digital economy**. ## Conclusion The report underscores a **Europe that is technologically aware but socially conscious**, seeking to harness innovation while safeguarding its values. It emphasizes the need for **policy frameworks that align with public sentiment**, ensuring that **technological progress serves the common good** and **does not undermine social cohesion or individual rights**.