The AI Act still requires formal approval from the European Parliament, with a committee-level rubber-stamping expected in two weeks and a plenary vote in April. The law could face further challenges from pro-privacy lawmakers proposing amendments. However, most individuals involved in the AI Act's creation within Parliament are confident that the law will pass without changes.
Key takeaways:
- The European Union member countries have unanimously reached a deal on the bloc’s Artificial Intelligence Act, which will regulate AI technology, banning some applications and imposing strict limits on high-risk use cases.
- Despite initial opposition from Germany, France, and Austria, the countries were persuaded back into agreement with promises that the Commission would address their concerns.
- The European Commission plans to set up an “expert group” to assist in applying and implementing the AI Act and avoiding overlaps with other EU regulations.
- The AI Act still requires formal approval from the European Parliament, with a vote expected in April. Despite potential amendments from pro-privacy lawmakers, most people involved in the AI Act's creation are confident it will pass without change.