The Italian Parliament approved groundbreaking legislation on artificial intelligence on Wednesday, making Italy the first European Union member state to adopt a comprehensive national legal framework in this area.
Inspired by the future European law on AI, the reform promoted by the Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni places humans at the center of the use of artificial intelligence technologies. The text sets out transparency, security, and respect for privacy as guiding principles, while encouraging innovation and economic development.
The law provides safeguards against intrusive surveillance, sets specific rules for children's access to AI-powered digital tools, and strengthens cybersecurity obligations.
By positioning itself as a pioneer, Italy hopes to send a strong signal to the rest of Europe and attract investment in a strategic sector, while reassuring public opinion about the potential abuses of these technologies.
