Meta has announced that it will not be signing the EU AI Act code of practice due to concerns about legal uncertainties and overreach that could hinder AI development in Europe. The company’s chief global affairs officer emphasized that such measures could stifle innovation for European businesses relying on advanced AI models.
The European Commission has published guidance for general-purpose AI models under the AI Act, clarifying the obligations for providers and defining what constitutes a general-purpose AI model. The guidance outlines compliance expectations, particularly for advanced models posing systemic risks, with a timeline for implementation starting from August 2025.
The European Commission has issued guidelines to assist AI models identified as having systemic risks in complying with the EU’s artificial intelligence regulation, known as the AI Act. Companies face significant penalties for violations, with the guidelines requiring evaluations, risk assessments, and cybersecurity measures for compliance.
The European Commission is inviting experts to apply for its newly established AI Act Advisory Forum, which will provide crucial guidance on the implementation of the EU’s AI Act aimed at ensuring responsible AI usage. This forum seeks a diverse range of professionals to ensure balanced representation and address the multifaceted challenges of AI regulation.
The European Commission is inviting experts to apply for its newly established AI Act Advisory Forum, which will provide crucial guidance on the implementation of the EU’s AI Act aimed at ensuring responsible AI usage. This forum seeks a diverse range of professionals to ensure balanced representation and address the multifaceted challenges of AI regulation.
Thirty-one artists from Europe have launched a campaign urging the EU Commission to “Stay True to the AI Act,” criticizing its implementation for failing to adequately protect artists’ rights against AI companies. They argue that the legislation is being weakened, which undermines the protections originally intended for creators.
As artificial intelligence becomes integral to modern infrastructure, the EU AI Act establishes crucial standards for safety and accountability in its deployment, particularly in traffic management. FLIR’s proprietary AI model for Intelligent Traffic Systems not only complies with this legislation but is designed to prioritize transparency and user privacy.
As the enforcement date for parts of the EU’s AI Act approaches, companies are calling for a delay due to the lack of guidance on compliance. Some politicians support this request, emphasizing the need for clearer regulations to avoid stifling innovation.
Denmark has introduced a law that grants individuals copyright over their likenesses to combat deepfakes, making it illegal to share such content without consent. Other European countries are also taking steps to regulate deepfakes through various laws that focus on transparency and the protection of individual rights.
This research project investigates how the EU Artificial Intelligence Act is transforming corporate governance and accountability frameworks, compelling companies to reconfigure responsibilities and anticipate liability throughout their structure. It highlights the need for a model of distributed accountability that reflects the increasing integration of operational decision-making with legal compliance.