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Brussels wants to control AI risks without losing ground: “Trust is the basis for innovation”
Publication: ECO
Author: Tiago Alexandre Pereira
Source published: 14/10/2026, 14:47:29 UTC
Briefing created: 14/10/2026, 15:27:13 UTC
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Briefings
European Commission Vice-President Henna Virkkunen stated that AI must remain under human guidance, citing recent AI agent incidents where malicious code was released and social manipulation occurred. She emphasized that the EU already has the AI Act to regulate systemic risks, yet she called for accelerated AI development and investment to boost competitiveness. Ireland is also positioning itself as a leader in AI, with Prime Minister Micheál Martin stressing the need for practical societal benefits. The briefing highlights the tension between security concerns and the need for innovation, with the EU mobilizing nearly two billion euros for industrial challenges.
Key points
- Henna Virkkunen, Vice-President of the European Commission, stated that AI must remain under human guidance to ensure security.
- The EU's AI Act regulates systemic risks from AI models, but Virkkunen called for accelerated development and investment to boost competitiveness.
Context and limitations
Evidence covers the European Commission's stance on AI security and regulation, Ireland's leadership position, and specific financial commitments. Uncertainty exists regarding the full scope of future AI investment mechanisms and the precise timeline for new public capital.
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