AI in the Grip of Politics: Navigating the Future of Technology

The past year has marked a historic turning point for artificial intelligence, as it transitioned from a specialized tool to a central pillar of global geopolitics and daily life. The article highlights that while AI offers immense potential for productivity and scientific breakthroughs, it has also become a "digital arms race" between global superpowers, particularly the US and China. The discussion focuses on the tension between rapid innovation and the urgent need for regulation, as seen in the European Union's AI Act.

Marko Grobelnik, AI researcher from the Jožef Stefan Institute and a global expert on AI governance, provides a critical perspective in the article. He emphasizes that we are currently in a "wild west" phase of AI development, where technology is outpacing legal frameworks.