Europe Denies Dropping AI Liability Rules Under Trump Pressure: A Shift in AI Regulation and Competitiveness
The EU denies dropping AI liability rules due to U.S. pressure, citing a strategy to boost AI competitiveness and reduce bureaucracy.
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Europe Denies Dropping AI Liability Rules Under Trump Pressure: A Shift in AI Regulation and Competitiveness
In recent months, the European Union (EU) has been adjusting its approach to artificial intelligence (AI) regulation, including scrapping its proposed AI Liability Directive, a 2022 draft law aimed at making it easier for consumers to sue for damages caused by AI-enabled products and services. These changes have sparked controversy, particularly claims that the EU may have caved to pressure from the United States, specifically from the Trump administration, to deregulate AI. However, EU officials are denying these allegations and insist that the decision was part of a broader strategy to enhance AI competitiveness while cutting down on red tape. In this article, we will delve into the reasons behind this shift in the EU’s approach to AI regulation, examine the implications for the AI industry, and explore how this aligns with the EU’s overall digital strategy moving forward. The AI Liability Directive: What Was It? The AI Liability Directive, initially proposed in 2022, aimed to facilita…
