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The EU AI Act has phased implementation dates. Chapters I and II apply from Feb 2, 2025, with some exceptions for Article 5 on Dec 2, 2026. Article 6(1) on high-risk AI systems applies from Aug 2, 2027, with staggered dates through Aug 2, 2028.

• artificialintelligenceact.euArticle 113: Entry into Force and Application | EU Artificial Intelligence Act (opens in a new tab)
• artificialintelligenceact.euDigital Omnibus on AI | EU Artificial Intelligence Act (opens in a new tab)

China has announced sanctions against ministers from Belize and Paraguay due to their countries' ties with Taiwan. The specific ministers and details of the sanctions were not immediately available. This action reflects China's stance on countries recognizing Taiwan diplomatically.

• hongkongfp.comChina announces sanctions on Belize, Paraguay ministers over Taiwan ties (opens in a new tab)

The EU AI Act enters force Aug 2, 2024, applying in stages, with key provisions effective by Aug 2, 2028. The UK is enhancing cyber defenses and urging AI firms to improve safety, with Minister Narayan stressing oversight beyond self-regulation. #AIpolicy #AIAct #AISafety

• artificialintelligenceact.euArticle 113: Entry into Force and Application | EU Artificial Intelligence Act (opens in a new tab)
• theguardian.comUK to strengthen cyber defences as minister calls for AI firms to increase safety efforts (opens in a new tab)

A T. Rowe Price survey found 55% of Hong Kong workers fear AI will disrupt their retirement, but only 20% feel prepared. This concern is highest among those aged 30-39.

• scmp.comHong Kong workers fear AI-driven disruption to retirement but only 20% feel prepared: survey (opens in a new tab)

AI policy is increasingly influenced by political rhetoric, with terms like 'super intelligence' gaining traction after directives from political leaders. This trend could impact research focus and regulatory approaches.

• theverge.comSilicon Valley is falling in line with Trump’s attempt to rename AI (opens in a new tab)

The UK is strengthening its cyber defenses and urging AI firms to increase safety efforts. Minister Kanishka Narayan stated that the UK cannot solely rely on tech companies for AI safety and needs to develop its own AI infrastructure. This comes amid global concerns about AI risks.

• theguardian.comUK to strengthen cyber defences as minister calls for AI firms to increase safety efforts (opens in a new tab)