Madrid was the scene of a key meeting for the electric mobility sector, where companies, experts, and leaders analyzed the role of artificial intelligence, automation, and user experience in the evolution of electric charging. Under the framework of AI Charge 2025 powered by Chargia, the event addressed the current challenges in the sector, which go far beyond the simple expansion of charging points. The AI Charge 2035 initiative arises, according to Eduardo Medina, CEO of Chargia, at a decisive moment for the sector. "For years we focused on deployment and infrastructure, but now the challenge is how to make everything work for the user and scale without losing efficiency," he stated. The goal is to open a deeper debate about the future of charging, placing the user at the center and exploring how AI and automation can transform the value chain. "This is not an event about the distant future, but a space to make decisions that already impact the present," Medina concluded. The transition to electric vehicles is progressing unevenly but with a clear direction. As the number of users grows and the ecosystem consolidates, the sector is posing new questions: not only how many charging points are needed, but how they should function, integrate into the mobility experience, and scale sustainably. This shift in perspective was one of the focal points of AI Charge 2035. The event brought together representatives from the entire ecosystem: operators, manufacturers, technology developers, consultants, and the public sector, with the aim of building a shared vision for 2035. More than an exercise in futurism, the time horizon served to analyze decisions that are already shaping the present. One of the consensus points was the importance of placing the user at the center of electric charging design. The user experience is key to consolidating electric vehicles, especially as consumer expectations increasingly resemble those of other digital services. Electric charging is no longer an isolated act but is integrated into a connected and predictable mobility experience. Elements such as simplicity in charging, interoperability between operators, transparency, and service reliability are becoming determining factors. The sector recognizes that technology must facilitate the process, anticipating needs and reducing friction, rather than adding complexity. Artificial intelligence was another major topic, addressed from a practical perspective. The debate focused on how AI can optimize charging management: from predictive maintenance and process automation to network optimization and energy efficiency. These technologies are presented as key tools for scaling infrastructure without proportionally increasing operational costs. In a context of rapid growth in the electric vehicle fleet, automation is seen as essential for the system's viability in the medium and long term. The event also highlighted the complexity of the charging ecosystem, where actors with different interests and rhythms coexist. Collaboration between private companies, administrations, and new technological actors was a constant theme in the debate. The future of electric charging will depend less on isolated solutions and more on the ability to collaborate among all actors. The standardization of processes, interoperability, and the definition of common frameworks were identified as keys to avoiding market fragmentation. Technological development must be accompanied by strategic coordination that allows for coherent progress. The format of the meeting reflected the desire to move away from the traditional congress model, opting for a staging that conveyed the idea of cultural change, in line with the transformation of the mobility sector. This approach responds to an increasingly clear reality: the transition to sustainable mobility models depends not only on technology or regulation but also on user perception and trust. Although the horizon of 2035 served to structure the conference, the conclusions point to decisions that must be made now. The integration of artificial intelligence, the improvement of user experience, and collaboration among all stakeholders are current needs, not future goals. AI Charge 2025 powered by Chargia made it clear that electric charging will be a strategic element in mobility, and its evolution will depend on the sector's ability to combine technological innovation, operational efficiency, and a user-centered vision. A debate that is already shaping the present of electric mobility in Spain. Source: elperiodico.com