EU Lawmakers Reach Deal to Soften AI Act Rules
The News (Pakistan)
Sunday, May 10, 2026
- •EU representatives reached a provisional agreement to modify the AI Act.
- •The new deal aims to soften specific regulatory requirements for AI systems.
- •Agreement was finalized between EU member states and European Parliament lawmakers.
European Union member states and European Parliament lawmakers have finalized a provisional agreement to adjust the scope and strictness of the AI Act. The deal represents a move to soften previously proposed regulatory rules surrounding the development and deployment of artificial intelligence systems within the bloc.
This agreement follows ongoing negotiations regarding how to balance innovation with oversight for powerful AI technologies. The legislative changes reflect a compromise between the differing priorities of EU member states, who sought to manage the implementation of these landmark regulations.