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EU tells Google to open up AI on Android; Google says that's "unwarranted intervention"
EU Tells Google to Open up AI on Android; Google calls it "unwarranted intervention"
In a bid to ensure fair competition and protect the interests of Android users, the European Union is telling Google to open up its artificial intelligence (AI) on Android and stop exemptions.
Google has been known to give a preferred position to its software, Gemini, in Android's search box making it the default search engine. While Google has not addressed this directly, it released a statement that this demand is "unwarranted intervention".
The EU cites the need for more competition and advances in AI technology. With an estimated billions of Android users globally, this move could have a big impact on the future of AI technology and how it's used.
The call from the EU follows similar calls for demanding more openness and fair competition from other organizations like the U.S. Federal Trade Commission and the UK's Competition and Markets Authority.
The fight for open standards in AI solutions is a growing concern around the world. The EU's intervention comes as technology giants like Google, Apple, and Facebook work on creating their AI platforms. The fear is that these companies, largely dominating the AI landscape, might control too much of the data, and perhaps limit the competition in the AI field.
Moreover, experts argue that AI should be open-source, owned by everyone, and should facilitate innovation instead of being controlled by a few major corporations.
However, tech companies argue that this is the only way to guarantee security and privacy standards, fearing that potential rivals may use the open-source technologies for spying or other malicious activities.
On the other hand, those who support the EU's call believe that making AI more open will generate more continent rivalry, rather than reducing competition, allowing for more innovation and breakthroughs.
Source: Artificial Intelligence - Ars Technica, Link
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