European Union approves world's first rules to regulate artificial intelligence systems.
The proposal was approved unanimously.
247 - The ambassadors of the European Union (EU) member states unanimously approved the bloc's new rules for artificial intelligence (AI), which, according to MEPs, marks the legislation as the first in the world for this technology. According to the Lusa news agency, the agreement was reached amidst negotiations that culminated in a final compromise between the Committee of Permanent Representatives of the Governments of the Member States of the European Union (Coreper) and the European Parliament.
"Signed! The ambassadors of the Committee of Permanent Representatives of the Governments of the Member States of the European Union [Coreper] have confirmed the final compromise text reached [with the European Parliament] on the proposal for harmonised rules on artificial intelligence," announced the Belgian rotating presidency of the European Union, in a post on X, formerly Twitter.
"The AI law is a milestone, consisting of the world's first rules for artificial intelligence, and aims to ensure that it is safe and respects fundamental European rights," the text concludes.
The negotiation process began in June, with the aim of establishing the first EU rules to ensure that technologies using AI safeguard the fundamental values and rights of the bloc, as well as guaranteeing the safety of their users. Discussions between the bloc's legislators, represented by the Council and the European Parliament, led to a provisional agreement in mid-December.
According to the European Commission's proposal presented in 2021, systems considered high-risk will have to meet mandatory requirements related to their reliability. The measures aim to ensure compliance with European standards and protect the fundamental rights of citizens amidst the advancement of artificial intelligence.