Summary
The European Union has proposed changes to its rules on artificial intelligence and data privacy. These changes, called the "Digital Omnibus," aim to boost innovation by reducing some regulations. The proposal will delay stricter rules for high-risk AI until 2027 and simplify other tech-related laws.
Key Facts
- The European Union plans to change rules on AI and data privacy to encourage innovation.
- The changes, called the "Digital Omnibus," remove some strict regulations.
- Stricter rules for high-risk AI will be postponed until 2027.
- Companies could use anonymized data to train AI models under new rules.
- The proposal will reduce documentation requirements for small businesses.
- EU tech chief Henna Virkkunen says the changes will help European businesses.
- The changes still need approval from all 27 EU member states.
- Some tech lobby groups think the reforms do not go far enough, while privacy advocates are worried about reduced digital rights.
