AI Regulation in the EU: between algorithm hype and doomsday

Artificial intelligence is dividing society. That makes it all the more important to find clear rules, says Johannes Caspar, author, Professor of Law and former Hamburg Data Protection Commissioner. He sees no reason to deride the EU as a "regulatory world champion" because of its AI law. Rather, the Europeans must use the initiative to set the course for a humane future.

Last updated: 24. July 2025