AI Without Compromise:
Performance. Security. Sovereignty.

The Core 100 EMEA

This year, WEKA is convening 100 of the most influential technical leaders across EMEA — CTOs, AI/ML architects and HPC infrastructure executives operating at the edge of what’s possible.

The Core 100 is deliberately designed as a closed, peer-level forum. Intimate regional roundtables. No sales pitches. No generic panels. Just senior leaders engaging in candid discussion about the infrastructure decisions that will shape the future of AI.

AI is no longer experimental. It is becoming national infrastructure.

AI factories are rapidly evolving into strategic assets — strengthening economic competitiveness, supporting national security and safeguarding digital independence. As AI workloads scale in size and complexity, a defining question emerges:

How do you ensure sovereign control without compromising performance?

DCAI recently expanded its AI infrastructure using WEKA’s integrated storage services, deployed on NVIDIA DGX SuperPOD and DGX BasePOD systems. The result is a sovereign AI architecture delivering both jurisdictional control and extreme performance — at scale.

Running on NVIDIA’s AI infrastructure with WEKA’s data platform, DCAI achieves sub-millisecond latency and optimised GPU utilisation while maintaining complete data sovereignty — demonstrating what is possible when compliance requirements and enterprise-grade AI design are engineered together from the outset.

Join us in Copenhagen on June 9th for a private gathering of AI and technology leaders driving the evolution of AI infrastructure in Europe. In partnership with NVIDIA and WEKA, we will examine how modern AI factories are architected for both performance and sovereign control.

Join Ali Syed, SVP of Infrastructure at DCAI, alongside leaders from NVIDIA and WEKA, to explore:

  • Why AI factories are becoming national strategic assets
  • How data sovereignty reshapes infrastructure design
  • The economic cost of GPU underutilisation in sovereign environments
  • Scaling AI from petabytes to exabytes within national borders
  • Enabling secure multi-tenant environments without data leakage

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Ali Syed, SVP of Infrastructure at DCAI

Ali Syed leads infrastructure strategy and operations at DCAI, overseeing Denmark’s flagship AI supercomputing platform. With more than 20 years’ experience in high-performance computing, cloud and national infrastructure, he specialises in building sovereign AI environments that deliver performance and jurisdictional control. Previously in senior technology roles, including at the Danish National Genome Center, Ali has deployed mission-critical HPC platforms supporting research, healthcare and advanced AI workloads, with expertise in GPU-intensive computing, data sovereignty and scalable AI infrastructure.

SVP of Infrastructure

Ali Syed

DCAI
17:15
Chauffeur Service
18:00
Executive Dinner Reception & Welcome Cocktail
18:50
Opening Remarks
19:00
Panel Discussion – The Core 100
20:00
Starter
20:30
Main Course
21:00
Dessert
21:50
Chauffeur Service
22:00
End of Executive Dinner
What is the event about?

“AI Without Compromise: Performance. Security. Sovereignty.” is an invitation-only executive roundtable dinner focused on building high-performance, sovereign AI infrastructure for Europe.

Designed for senior technology leaders, the discussion tackles one of the most pressing challenges in modern AI environments: inference and data pipeline bottlenecks that leave valuable GPU capacity underutilised — in some cases, idle for significant periods of time.

The session explores how advanced storage architectures and ultra-low latency I/O, powered by NVIDIA’s Blackwell-based GB200 platform and WEKA’s data platform, unlock real-time, token-optimised AI at scale — without compromising data sovereignty or regulatory control.

Who should attend this Executive Dinner?

This executive dinner is curated for senior leaders responsible for defining AI strategy, modernising infrastructure and driving digital competitiveness across their organisations.

It is particularly relevant for:

  • Chief Artificial Intelligence Officers (CAIO)
  • Chief Technology Officers (CTO)
  • Chief Data Officers (CDO)
  • Chief Information Officers (CIO)
  • Chief Innovation Officers
  • Transformation and Digital Strategy Leaders
  • CxOs, SVPs, EVPs, VPs and Heads of AI/ML, Data Infrastructure, Cloud Strategy, Technology and Digital Transformation

If you are accountable for scaling AI securely, optimising high-performance infrastructure or navigating data sovereignty requirements, this discussion is designed for you.

Why should I attend?

Because AI is now a board-level priority — and infrastructure is the constraint.

This executive dinner is designed for decision-makers who carry accountability for performance, risk and long-term competitiveness. The conversation focuses on how to scale AI capability without compromising sovereignty, security or capital efficiency.

You will leave with:

  • A clearer view of how to eliminate GPU underutilisation and unlock measurable performance gains
  • Strategic insight into architecting sovereign AI environments that meet European regulatory requirements
  • Real-world perspectives from leaders operating national-scale AI infrastructure
  • A peer-level exchange on balancing performance, compliance and economic return

If you are responsible for AI investment, infrastructure strategy or digital transformation, this discussion will help ensure your architecture decisions are aligned with both growth and governance.

Is there a fee to attend?

No — participation is entirely free of charge.

Is registration open to everyone?

Attendance is limited and subject to approval. Once your registration is reviewed and confirmed, you’ll receive an official confirmation email from Be Executive Events.

Who is hosting this event?

The roundtable is hosted by Be Executive Events, in partnership with WEKA and NVIDIA.

How do I register or get more information?

To secure your seat or request more information, please complete the registration form or contact us directly at Reg@deeppink-moose-813749.hostingersite.com.

What is the dress code for this event?

The dress code for this event is semi-formal attire. We want our guests to feel comfortable and stylish, so we recommend dressing up a bit but still keeping it fun and festive. Think cocktail dresses and suits, but feel free to add your own personal flair!

Can I purchase tickets at the door?

Tickets may be available for purchase at the door, but we highly recommend purchasing in advance to secure your spot and avoid long lines. Check our website for ticket availability and pricing, and make sure to arrive early if you plan to buy your ticket at the door.

Is there parking available at the venue?

Yes, there is parking available at the venue. We have arranged for on-site parking or nearby parking options to make it convenient for our guests. Check our website for specific parking details and directions to the venue.

Are children allowed at this event?

While we welcome all ages at our events, this particular event is designed for an adult audience. We suggest finding a babysitter or leaving the little ones at home so you can fully enjoy the festivities. Check our website for future family-friendly events.

Can I bring my own food and drinks?

No outside food or drinks are allowed at this event. We have carefully curated a selection of food and drinks for our guests to enjoy, and outside food or drinks may not meet our safety and quality standards. But don’t worry, we have plenty of options available to satisfy any cravings or dietary restrictions.

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Event Details

Days
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Start Date
2026-06-09
18:00
End Date
2026-06-09
22:00
Event Time Zone
GMT+1
Venue
To be provided upon registration
Category
AI Infrastructure & Performance Optimization
Email
Reg@deeppink-moose-813749.hostingersite.com

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