By Masha Borak ( October 9, 2026, 12:17 GMT | Comment) -- Technical standards can help rein in AI risks, but the big developers are less involved than they should be, an ETSI official said — something that may need to change to help bring standard setters fully into play. Standards also offer Europe a way to bring its innovations to global markets and advance its digital ambitions. Their effectiveness, however, will depend on policymakers and regulators.As the global debate on AI safety heats up, a topic once reserved for technologists is moving to the forefront of policy discussions: technical standards....
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