From WeChat to Alipay, China’s digital landscape is dominated by homegrown platforms that shape daily life. In this talk, we’ll explore the contrast between the apps powering China and those popular in Europe, and why this matters more than ever. But the conversation doesn’t stop at comparison. I’ll argue that Europe’s future hinges on its ability to build and embrace its own digital platforms - platforms that reflect European values, protect user data, and foster innovation on home soil.
Cross-disipline
China's App Independence vs Europe's US Dependence
Jill Sarandi
Jill has over 20 years of experience in the IT industry, beginning with her first job as a developer in the Philippines. After working for 6½ years at Emirates Bank in Dubai, she has lived in Norway for nearly 14 years. As an introvert, she doesn’t seek attention but thrives on challenges—which is why she now stands on the stage to face one of her biggest. A former boss’s comment that she “wasn’t good at speaking” became the driving force behind her growth and her mission to inspire others.