Meta Platforms has announced that it will not be signing the European Union's artificial intelligence code of practice, citing concerns that the guidelines are an overreach that will stifle…
Meta Platforms has announced that it will not be signing the European Union's artificial intelligence code of practice, citing concerns that the guidelines are an overreach that will stifle growth within the AI sector. According to Meta's global affairs chief, Joel Kaplan, the company believes that the EU is "heading down the wrong path on AI." Kaplan's statement, made on LinkedIn, suggests that the code introduces legal uncertainties for model developers and includes measures that extend beyond the scope of the AI Act.
The EU's code of practice, which is set to take effect next month, aims to help companies comply with the AI Act enacted last year. The primary goals of the AI Act are to enhance transparency and safety within the rapidly evolving field of AI technology. However, Meta, along with other industry players, has expressed reservations about the practicality and potential impact of these regulations.
Meta's decision not to sign the code aligns with the concerns of other companies. ASML Holding and Airbus were among the signatories of a recent letter urging the EU to delay the code's implementation for two years. OpenAI has committed to signing the code of practice. Kaplan's statement echoes the sentiment that the code's overreach could hinder the development and deployment of advanced AI models in Europe, potentially harming European companies seeking to build businesses in the AI domain.