EU to open artificial intelligence ‘crash test’ centres

The Europe Union is introducing “crash test” systems for artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure new innovations are safe before they hit the market.

The EU launched four permanent testing and experimental facilities across Europe on Tuesday, having injected €220 million into the project. The centres, which are virtual and physical, will from next year give technology providers a space to test AI and robotics in real-life settings within manufacturing, health care, agriculture and food, and ...