Morocco Formalizes Controversial Rules for Foreign Firms Operating in the Country

Italy has become the first European country to pass a comprehensive national AI law aligned with the EU AI Act, introducing strict rules on deepfakes, child protection, and sector oversight—sparking praise for its boldness and criticism for potential overreach and lack of independent oversight. Lawyers from Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, Clifford Chance, and Italian law firm Orsingher Ortu weigh in.