Key Points: France is emerging as a key player in AI, which was showcased during the recent Viva Technology conference in Paris. French AI firms are receiving substantial investments. H raised $220 million, and Microsoft committed €4 billion to France. AI prominently featured the notable presence of U.S. tech firms. Finance Minister Le Maire and President Macron emphasize domestic AI development. France hosts major AI research centers and universities. The EU AI Act aims to regulate AI, but concerns about...