Compared to MetaOver-interventionTherefore, the declaration was rejectedEU Common Code of Conduct for AI Models Google announced that it would sign the Code of Practice for GPAI, which was seen as its advance statement on the new EU law.
The EU AI Directive was officially passed last year, becoming the world's first comprehensive legal framework for artificial intelligence. However, due to its broad scope, most of its regulations are expected to take several years to implement in phases. Therefore, the EU proposed a Common Code of Conduct for AI Models as an interim measure, encouraging voluntary compliance by companies and prioritizing compliance with the spirit of the directive and its related obligations.
GoogleOfficial blog statementThe company stated that while it still has reservations about some aspects of the AI Act, it believes the final version of the guidelines will be more aligned with Europe's innovation and economic development goals than the initial draft, and thanked the EU for providing the opportunity to express its views. Google also emphasized its commitment to continued collaboration with the EU to promote the responsible development and application of AI technology.
In contrast to Google's statement, Meta earlier made it clear that it would not sign the EU's Common Code of Conduct for AI Models. Meta's Global Affairs Director Joel Kaplan criticized the code as "over-intervention" and pointed out that Europe is heading in the wrong direction for AI regulation.
The EU's AI Directive categorizes AI systems based on risk, from low risk to unacceptably high risk, and sets out different tiers of regulatory requirements. General-purpose AI models (GPAI), including generative AI, will be formally regulated starting August 8nd of this year. Models launched before this date must fully comply with the new regulations by August 2. The EU also outlines a multi-stage review process for AI systems and a corresponding implementation schedule until 2027.
In contrast, the United States is still in the early stages of AI regulation discussions, with no concrete legislation yet in place. The EU's move not only demonstrates its leading role in global tech governance, but also raises the bar for compliance and operational challenges faced by tech companies.
For Google, this signing not only demonstrates respect for the regulations but also paves the way for its future AI development in the European market, attempting to strike a balance between innovation and compliance. Whether more tech companies follow suit and sign the guidelines, as well as the actual impact of the AI law's implementation, will inevitably influence the direction of the entire industry.
