EU leaders hold first AI summit in Dublin

European Union leaders are meeting in Dublin on Friday for their first-ever summit debate on the risks and promises of artificial intelligence, as Europe seeks to compete with the US and China. The informal summit, where no major decisions are expected, features AI pioneer and Nobel laureate Geoffrey Hinton and Mistral CEO Arthur Mensch. The EU aims to balance protecting society from AI risks while encouraging investment for economic benefits. The meeting follows Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's departure amid a personal scandal, which has shaken tech markets. Estonia and Finland have proposed a joint EU mechanism for responding to serious AI incidents, while experts urge Europe to promote responsible AI deployment and international partnerships.