The Complexities of Developing the EU's AI Act

The development of the EU's AI Act has been complex, involving a two-year timeline and a need to ensure that artificial intelligence complies with people's rights. The evolution of AI systems, such as chatbots and large language models, has presented new challenges that were not covered by the original scope of the AI Act. The Act had to be reworked several times due to interruptions and disruptions, particularly related to generative AI. Discussions around its application to national security and law enforcement have been highly contested, contributing to delays in its approval.