https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/eu-s-von-der-leyen-backs-ai-slowdown-to-invite-frontier-labs-for-talksContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/eu-s-von-der-leyen-backs-ai-slowdown-to-invite-frontier-labs-for-talkshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/eu-s-von-der-leyen-backs-ai-slowdown-to-invite-frontier-labs-for-talks#u75361Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:10:25 +0000European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is calling for a slower pace in the development of frontier AI models to better manage safety risks. As part of this strategy, the Commission plans to invite leaders from frontier AI labs for talks on technology pacing and risk mitigation. To facilitate this cooperation, the EU is considering relaxing antitrust laws that would otherwise prevent AI firms from coordinating on safety measures. These priorities were highlighted in von der Leyen's State of the Union address, emphasizing curbs on frontier AI and restrictions on children's