On December 8, a preliminary agreement was reached in Europe regarding significant European Union regulations concerning the utilization of artificial intelligence (AI), encompassing the governmental deployment of AI in biometric surveillance and the regulation of AI systems like ChatGPT.
This political understanding marks a significant step, positioning the EU to potentially be the first major global power to implement comprehensive AI laws. The agreement, established on December 8 between EU member states and representatives of the European Parliament, followed nearly 15 hours of negotiations subsequent to an extensive 24-hour debate the day before.
In the upcoming days, both parties will engage in further discussions to refine the specifics of the legislation, potentially influencing its final form.
European Commissioner Thierry Breton, during a press conference, emphasized Europe’s role as a trailblazer, recognizing the significance of setting global standards. He described the day as historical, underlining the EU’s commitment to pioneering AI governance.
According to the accord, foundational models like ChatGPT and general-purpose AI systems (GPAI) must adhere to transparency requirements before entering the market. These obligations include the preparation of technical documentation, adherence to EU copyright regulations, and the dissemination of detailed summaries pertaining to the content used in training.
