Explainers

In an era of growing instability, the EU is acting with determination to strengthen its competitiveness, ensuring prosperity and security for its citizens.

New EU rules grant start-ups and SMEs access to supercomputers for artificial intelligence testing and development.

The digital transition is crucial for the EU's economic growth and strategic autonomy. The EU wants to ensure that Europe fully seizes the opportunities offered by the digital decade. 

The EU's AI act is the world's first law on artificial intelligence. It aims to ensure AI systems are safe, ethical and trustworthy.

The EU chips act recognises the essential role microchips play in everything from consumer electronics to critical infrastructure and their important contribution to the EU’s competitiveness.

Most AI systems are safe and beneficial, offering improved efficiency and costs savings. However, some pose risks like discrimination, thus requiring careful regulation.

Artificial intelligence is transforming society and the economy, bringing benefits, but also risks. The EU and its member states aim to ensure AI is human-centric and trustworthy.

Platform work is a new means of matching supply and demand for paid labour. The EU wants new rules to improve the working conditions of people working in the gig economy.

Discover how the EU is making your digital environment safe, easy and respectful of basic freedoms.