Interview: Henna Virkkunen: EU braucht Zeit, um Starlink zu ersetzen

European Commissioner Henna Virkkunen emphasizes the need for time to replace Starlink with a European satellite internet service. The EU aims to develop its own satellite internet infrastructure, as it seeks to diversify from American technology dependency. In an interview, Virkkunen discusses her stance against US restrictions on secret service information and satellite connections for Ukraine.

She argues that the US is limiting European access to vital resources, pushing the bloc to build its own capabilities. The EU AI Act, passed in August, is designed to regulate the development and deployment of artificial intelligence, ensuring that companies assess and mitigate risks associated with their systems. Despite some concerns from AI leaders, Virkkunen believes the European regulatory framework is comprehensive, covering the entire lifecycle of AI models.

However, she acknowledges that global rules are still lacking and advocates for international cooperation through forums such as the G20 and the United Nations. Virkkunen highlights the importance of independent expert audits and continuous monitoring of AI systems to maintain security and transparency. While she acknowledges the AI Act may be seen as an innovation brake, she insists that it remains a future-proof regulation, covering all critical aspects of AI development and deployment.