EU tech chief backs global AI rules in wake of extinction warning
European Commission Executive Vice President Henna Virkkunen has called for the establishment of global artificial intelligence regulations following a viral warning from a former Anthropic engineer about existential risks. While the EU already mandates risk assessments for major AI companies, officials argue that international cooperation is essential to address the technology's challenges effectively. The EU is currently navigating complex diplomatic dynamics, seeking alignment with the United States while monitoring the AI competition between the U.S. and China.
- ▪Henna Virkkunen stated that global rules are needed for AI after a former Anthropic engineer warned that the technology could end humanity.
- ▪The EU has existing laws requiring companies like Anthropic and OpenAI to assess and mitigate the risk of losing control of AI models, but these rules are not applied globally.
- ▪German Digital Affairs minister Karsten Wildberger proposed creating an international body for AI safety modeled after the International Atomic Energy Agency.
- ▪U.S. Ambassador to the EU Andrew Puzder expressed support for partnership with the EU but warned against regulations that would hinder U.S. companies' ability to compete with China.
- ▪European Parliament lawmaker Regina Doherty asked the Commission to propose an international protocol for frontier AI incidents and place the issue on the G7, G20, and OECD agendas.
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News Technology EU tech chief backs global AI rules in wake of extinction warning “Global rules are really needed,” European tech commissioner says after researchers sound alarm over AI risks. Listen AI generated Text-to-speech Copy Link Copied Share via email Share on X Share on WhatsApp Share on LinkedIn Free article usually reserved for subscribers Henna Virkkunen holds a press conference at the European Parliament, in Strasbourg, on Feb. 10, 2026. | Magali Cohen/Hans Lucas/AFP via Getty Images September 11, 2026 12:18 pm CET By Eliza Gkritsi, Pieter Haeck and Giovanna Faggionato DUBLIN — The European Union is calling for global artificial intelligence rules, its top tech official said Friday, after a viral warning from a former Anthropic engineer said AI could end humanity.
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