The EU has laid out a list of principles for creating “trustyworthy AI”. The point where many of the guidelines would begin to apply is still technically a way off, but they are looking to get ahead of development to be able to shift its direction away from more dangerous potential outcomes.
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The guidelines have no enforcement mechanism, yet represent a large step towards more comprehensive national and international policy. The EU has continued to be the leader in monitoring Big Tech and now has a first mover advantage in setting the ground work for the ethical development of AI.