European Parliament blocks AI tools on lawmakers' devices over security risks

The European Parliament's IT department disabled AI tools on lawmakers' work devices, citing cybersecurity and privacy risks from uploading confidential data to AI companies' servers. The department said it cannot guarantee security and that the extent of data sharing is "still being assessed." The move comes as EU countries reevaluate relationships with US tech firms. It highlights the tension between AI adoption and data sovereignty, particularly for government institutions handling sensitive communications.

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