Introduction The European Union is rolling out a groundbreaking AI Code of Practice for general-purpose AI models – essentially a voluntary code of conduct aimed at taming the likes of ChatGPT and other big AI systems ahead of sweeping new laws. The EU AI Act, the bloc’s landmark AI regulation, will fully apply in August…
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June and early July 2025 were exceptionally eventful for blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT). The period saw landmark corporate milestones, surging institutional interest, major regulatory moves, and growing real-world adoption across sectors. “June proved to be a powerhouse month for the crypto world,” with record investment inflows, a blockbuster stablecoin company IPO, new stablecoin…
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The State of Artificial Intelligence in 2025: Global Trends, Breakthroughs, and Challenges Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries, societies, and economies at an unprecedented pace. The news from July 2025 paints a vivid picture of a technology at once transformative, controversial, and deeply embedded in the fabric of daily life. From the boardrooms of…
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AI News Today: Regulation, Innovation, and Societal Impact Introduction Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries, economies, and societies at an unprecedented pace. The latest news cycle reveals a landscape marked by regulatory battles, technological breakthroughs, ethical dilemmas, and profound shifts in work and creativity. This article synthesizes the most significant developments, controversies, and trends…
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Executive snapshot 1. Where the law stands today (mid-2025) Jurisdiction Binding instrument Status & key 2025 deadlines Direct requirements for generative / foundation models European Union Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 – “AI Act” Entered into force 1 Aug 2024; prohibitions apply 2 Feb 2025; general-purpose model rules kick in 2 Aug 2025 and most other obligations…
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