Hackathon 2025: Connecting Europe by Shaping Regional Identities in our Workplace

AI tools and chatbots are becoming essential in the digital workforce, supporting tasks from legal research to customer service. As their presence grows, so do the questions: Who trains and guides these systems? What new roles and skills will be needed to ensure their responsible and effective use? And how will this shift impact people, workplaces, and society at large? As we explore the future of work, it’s crucial to design collaborative structures where human teams and AI agents complement each other’s strengths. This is especially relevant for regions like Lower Austria, where AI can help bridge urban and rural divides by enabling more inclusive access to services, education, and innovation. The challenge lies in shaping a regional workforce that not only adapts to AI but actively co-creates with it, preserving local identity while embracing digital transformation.