EU tech chief calls for trusted partners on AI chips

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The EU should rely only on “very trusted partners” for AI chips, technology chief Henna Virkkunen said, according to Politico Europe. She said the EU wants to protect business secrets in sensitive industries.

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The comments point to a possible EU focus on controlling access to sensitive technology and information. The article does not identify a specific effect on U.S. companies or policy.

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Whether the EU sets specific rules or criteria for AI-chip partnerships.

How any new EU approach affects chip suppliers and technology firms.