Happy Friday! As the annual tech discount chaos of Black Friday approaches (good deal <\/a> and <\/a> and several more <\/a>), European policymakers have proposed easing some of the EU\u2019s strictest regulations on artificial intelligence and data privacy. The move aims to remove roadblocks for tech companies and stimulate business growth in the region, potentially marking a major pivot away from the bloc\u2019s reputation as the industry\u2019s toughest regulator.<\/p>\n Changes would allow AI companies to access shared personal data to train their models, while also overhauling GDPR cookie rules. Instead of constant pop-ups, users could set preferences once in their browser and give consent with a single click. (OK, I\u2019m onboard with that.)<\/p>\n Strict rules for \u201chigh-risk\u201d AI applications, originally set for next summer, may be delayed until proper support tools are in place. Critics are warning this could be seen as Europe bowing to pressure from Big Tech and political shifts in the US. The proposal now heads to the European Parliament.<\/p>\n \u2014 Mat Smith<\/p>\n Get Engadget’s newsletter delivered<\/em> direct to your inbox.<\/em> Subscribe right here!<\/em><\/a><\/p>\nThe news you might have missed<\/h3>\n
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