Europe Plans to Implement Guardrails on AI Apps, Including ChatGPT

The European Union has taken a step towards regulating artificial intelligence (AI) technology, with its parliament backing a ban on biometric surveillance, emotion recognition, and predictive policing. Additionally, Europe plans to require systems like ChatGPT to indicate that content was generated by AI. The vote aims to promote human-centric and trustworthy AI while protecting fundamental rights, safety, and democracy from its harmful effects. The legislation passed by 499 votes to 28, with 93 abstentions. Talks will now begin on the precise wording of the bill with EU member states. The rules are meant to ensure that AI complies with EU rights and values, including human oversight, safety, transparency, and more. Co-rapporteurs Brando Benifei and Dragos Tudorache said that they want to protect democracy, fundamental rights, and the rule of law, while also harnessing the positive potential of AI for creativity and productivity. The AI Act will set the tone worldwide for the development and governance of AI technology. It will ensure that the technology is used according to European values, adhering to democracy, fundamental rights, and the rule of law.