EU Sets Global Standard with First AI Regulation: What It Means for Tech Sovereignty

Rahul Somvanshi Rahul Somvanshi

The EU has approved the world's first law to regulate AI development, production, and use.

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Over 150 companies claim the new AI law threatens technological sovereignty.

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The regulation classifies AI into limited, high, and unacceptable risk categories.

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AI systems for cognitive-behavioral manipulation and social scoring will be banned.

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AI models like GPT-4 must meet transparency and high-impact risk regulations.

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Non-compliant tech companies face fines up to 7% of global turnover.

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The AI Office will enforce the law across the EU with a new governance structure.

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Analysts predict this law will reshape global competition in the AI market.

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Europe's AI law includes strict rules for biometric products and facial recognition.

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