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[France Watch #01] How France Uses Art and AI to Shape Its Global Influence

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Discover how France is using AI and art—including fashion and philosophy—to boost its global influence, blending cultural heritage with cutting-edge innovation and diplomacy. France’s New Cultural Playbook In 2025, France is rewriting the rules of global influence. Known for centuries of artistic mastery, fashion leadership, and philosophical thought, France is now at the forefront of blending art, artificial intelligence (AI), and diplomacy to elevate its soft power. Whether through high-tech art installations or ethical AI policies, the country has embraced a new narrative: one that looks forward while honoring its past. Art Meets Algorithms at Musée d’Orsay At the Musée d’Orsay in Paris, a landmark AI-powered exhibit titled Le Code d’Orsay launched in early 2024. Created by artist Agoria, the installation used generative algorithms, biology, and breath sensors to make interactive artworks like Ʃ Lumina that literally respond to each visitor. It’s a powerful example of h...