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Ben Avison March 7, 2024 Insights, Interview

A European ecosystem at the forefront of global AI competition

Regulation of AI, Internet & Data (RAID) sat down with Kilian Gross, Head of Unit A2 for Artificial Intelligence Policy Development and Coordination at DG CNECT within the European Commission. Since taking on leadership of Unit A2 for Artificial Intelligence…

Khushbu Raval March 5, 2024 Insights, RAID Tech Policy Bytes

Microsoft counters New York Times’ AI lawsuit claims

In December 2023, The New York Times sued OpenAI and Microsoft for copyright infringement, alleging that ChatGPT plagiarised its article. Microsoft responded with a motion to dismiss on March 4, 2024, criticising The New York Times‘ predictions about AI and…

raidtech February 27, 2024 Insights, RAID Tech Policy Bytes

EU probes Apple over blocking web apps to avoid App Store fees

The European Union is investigating Apple’s decision to disable “progressive web apps” (PWAs) in the European Union. This move comes amid increasing scrutiny of Apple’s business practices, particularly its App Store dominance and the 30% commission it charges for in-app…

Khushbu Raval February 21, 2024 Insights, RAID Tech Policy Bytes

EU probes TikTok for potential child safety and privacy violations

European Union has launched investigations into TikTok over child protection and privacy concerns on its platform. These investigations are in response to allegations of addictive design, failure to enforce screen time limits, and inadequate age verification systems. The EU’s Digital…

Khushbu Raval February 20, 2024 Insights, RAID Tech Policy Bytes

EU set to slap Apple with €500m fine over music streaming restrictions

The European Commission is poised to impose a landmark €500 million fine on Apple for allegedly impeding access to music streaming services, marking a significant blow to the tech giant. The investigation centers on Apple’s alleged prevention of music streamers…

Khushbu Raval February 16, 2024 Insights, RAID Tech Policy Bytes

USIBC launches AI task force to deepen US-India collaboration

The US-India Business Council (USIBC) has launched its AI Task Force (AI-TF), aimed at fostering alignment between US and Indian leadership in artificial intelligence (AI). This initiative, operating under the auspices of USIBC, seeks to advance AI concepts and principles,…

Khushbu Raval February 14, 2024 Insights, RAID Tech Policy Bytes

EU pushes G20 for faster global corporate tax reform

The EU plans to urge G20 nations to finalise a global corporate tax deal that would impact tech giants like Google and Amazon. This “two-pillar” agreement, endorsed by G20 leaders in 2021, includes a global minimum tax rate of 15…

Khushbu Raval February 13, 2024 RAID Tech Policy Bytes

Klaus Schwab foresees “The Intelligent Age” at World Governments Summit

World Economic Forum founder Klaus Schwab proclaimed a new era for humanity at the World Governments Summit: “The Intelligent Age.” Fueled by the fourth industrial revolution’s advancements, this era promises “many more opportunities and possibilities.” Schwab relied on AI assistant…

Khushbu Raval January 30, 2024 RAID Tech Policy Bytes

Lack of transparency and child safety: key concerns in Italy’s ChatGPT probe

OpenAI is under investigation by Italy’s data protection authority over suspicions of violating European Union privacy with its AI chatbot, ChatGPT. The Italian authority, Garante, has not disclosed specific details but has given OpenAI 30 days to respond to the…

Khushbu Raval January 25, 2024 RAID Tech Policy Bytes

US and China to collaborate on AI safety, despite tensions

Despite tense trade relations and differing regulatory approaches, the US and China have agreed to work together on ensuring the safety of artificial intelligence (AI). This was announced by Arati Prabhakar, the White House’s top science adviser, speaking to the…

A European ecosystem at the forefront of global AI competition

Microsoft counters New York Times’ AI lawsuit claims

EU probes Apple over blocking web apps to avoid App Store fees

EU probes TikTok for potential child safety and privacy violations

EU set to slap Apple with €500m fine over music streaming restrictions

USIBC launches AI task force to deepen US-India collaboration

EU pushes G20 for faster global corporate tax reform

Klaus Schwab foresees “The Intelligent Age” at World Governments Summit

Lack of transparency and child safety: key concerns in Italy’s ChatGPT probe

US and China to collaborate on AI safety, despite tensions

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