Question 1

The EU AI Act, which came into force in August 2024, has seen several key provisions, particularly those related to high-risk AI systems, undergo a significant timeline adjustment. What is the new compliance deadline for these high-risk AI systems, postponed from the original August 2026 date?

Accepted Answer

December 2, 2027

Question 2

Despite Europe's strong research in quantum technology, it significantly lags behind the US in private funding. What percentage of global private quantum funding does Europe attract, making scaling from research to industry challenging for its startups?

Accepted Answer

5%

Question 3

The European Commission has sent draft measures to Google under the Digital Markets Act (DMA) concerning its Android operating system. What is the primary aim of these proposed measures?

Accepted Answer

To ensure third parties, including rival AI developers, have effective access and interoperability with key Android capabilities.

Question 4

The EU AI Act categorizes AI applications into risk levels. Which of the following practices is explicitly banned under the 'unacceptable risk' category?

Accepted Answer

AI-based social scoring systems

Question 5

In February 2025, 15 cultural organizations highlighted a 'legal gap' in the EU AI Act concerning generative AI models. What specific challenge did they emphasize regarding copyright?

Accepted Answer

Misinterpretation of the text and data mining exemption, potentially allowing large tech companies to process vast amounts of intellectual property without adequate licensing.

Question 6

The Digital Services Act (DSA) imposes significant obligations on online platforms. Which of the following is a key requirement for Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) and Very Large Online Search Engines (VLOSEs) under the DSA?

Accepted Answer

Providing mechanisms for users to flag illegal content and treating notices from trusted flaggers with priority.

Question 7

Europe's space tech sector is growing, but it faces challenges in scaling. What percentage of global VC funding in space technology did European startups secure in the recent period, compared to US companies?

Accepted Answer

6% of global VC funding, compared to 60% for US companies.

Question 8

The EU's push for digital connectivity includes ambitious goals for internet access. What is the target year for European households to have gigabit connectivity?

Accepted Answer

2030

Question 9

The EU AI Act classifies AI used for student assessment as high-risk. Which other AI application falls into the same high-risk category according to the Act?

Accepted Answer

AI used for hiring decisions

Question 10

The European Commission has found TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram in violation of the Digital Services Act's transparency rules. What specific area of non-compliance was highlighted regarding researcher data access?

Accepted Answer

The platforms may have put in place burdensome procedures, leaving researchers with partial or unreliable data.

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