Former EU Leaders Call for Google Adtech Breakup
Former European leaders urge the EU to separate Google’s adtech business to restore competition and protect media independence, emphasizing the need for a European Tech Deal.
EU Lawmakers Alarmed by Meta’s Fact-Checker Removal
Meta’s removal of US fact-checkers raises EU concerns over misinformation, digital regulation, and child safety.
OpenAI’s Media Manager Stalls Amidst EU Digital Law Challenges
OpenAI’s Media Manager, a tool for creators to manage AI training data inclusion, remains undeveloped, facing skepticism over its effectiveness in addressing IP concerns.
France to Host AI Action Summit Aiming for European AI Dominance
The AI Action Summit in France aims to position Europe as a leader in AI by fostering trust, sustainability, and global cooperation, following similar events in the UK and South Korea.
Dutch Watchdog Calls for Swift AI Standardization
The Dutch watchdog urges faster AI standardization under the EU’s AI Act, emphasizing compliance and safety, while national and EU initiatives prepare businesses for upcoming regulations.
Expert Warns Against Excessive Detail in GPAI Code of Practice
Experts caution against excessive detail in EU digital laws, advocating for clarity and simplicity to ensure effective regulatory frameworks.
European Start-ups Misled on EU AI Act’s Impact
European start-ups are misled into thinking the EU AI Act stifles innovation, but experts argue it fosters trust and innovation by regulating AI systems based on risk levels.
EU AI Office Staffing Shortfall Risks Effective Regulation
The EU’s AI Office needs more staff to handle AI regulations, as it currently lags behind the UK’s AI oversight capacity, posing risks to EU citizens and businesses.
EU Commission Pushes Apple for Device Interoperability Compliance
The EC requires Apple to enable device interoperability under the DMA, sparking privacy concerns and public consultations, with a final decision expected by March 2025.
Second Draft of the General-Purpose AI Code of Practice published
The second draft of the General-Purpose AI Code of Practice outlines compliance measures for AI providers under the AI Act, focusing on transparency, risk management, and systemic risk obligations.