The Council of Europe has approved the Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy, and the Rule of Law, the first legally binding international treaty governing AI use.

The treaty covers the entire lifecycle of AI systems, focusing on transparency, oversight, and responsible innovation to prevent AI from undermining democratic institutions.

The EU has introduced the EU AI Act to categorize AI systems based on risk levels and position itself as a global trustworthy AI hub.

Germany plans to incorporate both the EU's AI law and the Council's AI convention into national legislation.

IBM is expanding its AI investments in Ireland.

The convention will be open for signature in Vilnius in September.

The European Parliament is also adopting rules to protect citizens from AI risks and foster innovation.

Critics have raised concerns about the convention being too lenient and lacking clear boundaries for certain AI applications.

The EU is committed to promoting responsible and ethical AI use through these regulations.