Andre Reitenbach (Gcore) : AI is the infrastructure of the future
Andre Reitenbach, CEO and co-founder of Gcore, outlines Luxembourg’s critical role in Europe’s AI race, from infrastructure to sovereignty and cybersecurity.
How can AI adoption preserve Luxembourg’s competitive edge in global markets?
AI unlocks an era of transformation, not just in theory but in tangible output, productivity, and sovereignty. Without it, Luxembourg risks losing relevance in global economics. The technology is no longer a distant research topic—it now sits at the core of industrial and governmental strategy. Robots, drones, and agentic AI systems will soon integrate into daily life. Adoption must happen fast. Countries unable to scale AI at every level—public administration, private enterprise, infrastructure—will depend on those that do. The entry barrier has drastically lowered: GPUs that once cost millions are now accessible. But access alone is not enough. Countries must embed themselves across the AI value chain. First, the foundation: not just data centers and servers—though those are crucial—but engineers, researchers, and operators who understand and innovate. People remain essential to AI. While machines won’t replace humans entirely, only those equipped to wield AI will thrive. Education, talent cultivation, and skill upgrades must become immediate priorities. The country must actively seed and grow an ecosystem of AI-literate professionals. Otherwise, the economic engine risks stalling in the middle of the digital revolution.
What role does Gcore play in making Luxembourg a European AI hub?
Gcore began building GPU clouds as early as 2021, before ChatGPT popularised the AI wave. That timing positioned the company to act quickly, scale fast, and attract talent and partnerships—including with Nvidia. Years of experience in high-density computing and global infrastructure enabled Gcore to become a recognised player, recently named by Semianalysis among the world’s top GPU cloud providers. The company operates clusters across Europe, the Middle East, and the US, and runs the largest GPU setup in the Benelux. As Luxembourg-based teams gain momentum, capacity remains the bottleneck. Demand already exceeds current infrastructure. Gcore’s client pipeline is growing faster than its hardware resources. Investments are needed, not to build a product, but to scale an already functional, sought-after platform. Sovereignty emerges as a key concern: keeping this innovation engine rooted in Luxembourg is strategically vital. Acquisitions from large American players remain a threat. Attracting the right capital—locally or via aligned European actors—can secure Luxembourg’s role as a serious AI destination, not just a data hub but a brain hub.
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“AI probably not going to replace the people, but you definitely need people who understand how to use AI.”
How should European companies approach the growing threat of AI-powered cyberattacks?
Security must evolve as rapidly as the technology it protects against. The threats are multiplying. DDoS campaigns, ransomware, and AI-generated vulnerabilities are no longer hypothetical—they already jeopardise companies across Europe. The only answer is proactive investment. Organisations must build technical capabilities across three dimensions: infrastructure, AI literacy, and cybersecurity. Gcore saw this pattern early through its roots in the gaming sector—one of the most attacked industries. Lessons learned over a decade now shape Gcore’s security architecture. The rise of autonomous AI agents requires equally autonomous AI defenses. Human reaction speeds cannot counteract machine-speed threats. Only AI can recognise, adapt, and respond in real time to AI-driven attacks. European companies need to build layered, intelligent protection systems. This means not just tools, but people and partnerships who understand how to connect systems, analyse data, and act fast. Gcore already works on advanced cybersecurity solutions and aims to lead this effort in Europe. Sovereignty isn’t just about owning servers—it’s about securing them from evolving threats in a borderless digital space.