The European Commission's stance on the AI Act remains unchanged, with spokesperson Thomas Regnier indicating a commitment to the act's core objectives. However, in an effort to streamline regulations, the Commission is keeping its options open for potential simplification.
https://www.politico.eu/article/how-the-eu-ai-rules-turned-into-massive-headache/The music industry is facing a threat from artificial intelligence, with some composers claiming that AI-generated songs are infringing on their rights. A recent photo shows a woman sitting next to a piano with a computer screen displaying a composition in the background, highlighting the issue. The music industry is fighting back, with some arguing that AI-generated music is not creative enough to be considered original work. Latham, a prominent figure in the music industry, has made comments about the impact of AI on songwriting, but his statements have been deemed unlawful by a court.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-16/spotify-ai-music-streaming-fraud-sweet-enoughs-paul-bender/105408242Malaysia aims to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) responsibly and equitably through a collaborative approach with government agencies, industry players, academia, and civil society. The country has established the Digital Asset and Artificial Intelligence Advisory Council, comprising local and international experts, to guide responsible innovation in AI and digital assets. This move reflects Malaysia's commitment to inclusive and sustainable digital transformation, as seen in its leadership of the 46th ASEAN Summit. The council's formation is part of a broader effort to address concerns about AI's impact, with the Alliance for a Safe Community advocating for robust regulatory and ethical frameworks, including AI accountability laws and transparency standards. Malaysia is shaping a balanced AI governance model through its National Guidelines on Artificial Intelligence Governance and Ethics (AIGE), prioritizing public trust, equity, transparency, accountability, and national interest while enabling innovation.
https://opengovasia.com/2025/06/16/malaysia-ai-with-focus-on-ethics-integrity-and-innovation/Washington has introduced guidelines warning companies that using Chinese-made high-tech AI semiconductors, such as Huawei's Ascend chips, may violate U.S. export controls. This move is a response to tougher controls imposed on Nvidia, which has been prevented from selling advanced AI semiconductors to Chinese firms due to competition from local players like Huawei.
https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/taiwan-adds-huawei-and-chip-titan-smic-to-export-blacklist-210344Artmarket, a global art market player, has expanded its reach through its Artprice department, which offers historical and current art market information to over 30 million artists in its databases. The company's AI-powered platform, Intuitive Artmarket, aims to revolutionize the art market with its innovative features. Artmarket has received the "Innovative Company" label from the French Public Investment Bank (BPI) for its efforts to consolidate its position as a leading player in the global art market. The company's press releases and publications, including its 2024 Global Art Market Annual Report and Contemporary Art Market Report, provide insights into the latest trends and developments in the industry.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ai-and-the-art-market-by-arte-with-artprice-by-artmarket-and-analysis-by-perplexityai-labs-302482825.htmlUS Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin warns that the next arms race will be highly technological, involving both space and cyberspace, with AI playing a significant role in guiding nuclear weapons.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/06/17/news/national/world-faces-new-nuclear-arms-race-researchers-warn/2134264The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace has seen a significant increase, with its usage doubling over two years. According to a Gallup survey, AI adoption is highest among technology, professional services, and financial sectors. The most notable example is the Big Four firms rolling out AI that can handle routine tasks solo, indicating a shift towards leveraging AI for organizational development and strategic planning.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/artificial-intelligence/workplace-artificial-intelligence-use-has-doubled-in-two-yearsItaly's consumer rights regulator has criticized DeepSeek for not providing clear warnings about potential "hallucinations" in its AI-produced content, which can generate inaccurate or misleading information. The regulator also previously ordered DeepSeek to block access to its chatbot due to concerns over its privacy policy.
https://channelnewsasia.com/business/italy-regulator-probes-deepseek-over-false-information-risks-5185471European leaders are expressing concern over outside control of essential technologies, particularly AI infrastructure. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has invested $1.35 billion to enhance the UK's computing capabilities. French President Emmanuel Macron highlighted AI as a national priority in his keynote at VivaTech 2025. Chancellor Friedrich Merz of Germany expressed support for regional AI cloud platforms, following Nvidia's announcement with Deutsche Telekom.
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