Microsoft, Council of Europe to cooperate on AI and human rights
( October 6, 2026, 15:58 GMT | Official Statement) -- Mlex Summary: Microsoft has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Council of Europe, pledging to cooperate on technological challenges such as AI and promote human rights, democracy and the rule of law. During the signing of the cooperation agreement, Council Secretary-General Alain Berset said working with business must be a priority in addressing the rupture in the international order amid which AI is emerging.Official statement below:...
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