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AI-generated image of Meloni goes viral

May 6, 2026May 6, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Italian premier has shared a manipulated image of herself to highlight the dangers of AI-generated disinformation, warning that while she has the means to defend herself, most people do not.

Agcom to flag Google AI Mode to EU

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s communications watchdog Agcom is preparing to report Google AI Mode to the European Commission, citing concerns over its impact on the media, Agcom president Giacomo Lasorella said on Wednesday.

AI to help reconstruct Cimabue fresco at Assisi basilica

December 28, 2025December 28, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Experts are exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to help reassemble a priceless fresco by the early Renaissance artist Cimabue that was shattered nearly 30 years ago by powerful earthquakes in central Italy.

Antitrust orders Meta to change WhatsApp AI terms

December 26, 2025December 26, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s Antitrust Authority has ordered Meta to suspend contractual terms on WhatsApp that exclude rival AI chatbot services. The decision, announced on Wednesday, links to an ongoing investigation into the possible abuse of a dominant market position.

Italy passes first EU AI law

September 18, 2025September 18, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy has become the first EU country to pass a comprehensive AI law. It regulates use of artificial intelligence and includes criminal penalties for misuse.

Meta AI to be rolled out across EU

March 20, 2025March 20, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Meta has announced the rollout of its AI chat function, Meta AI, across Italy and the European Union in the coming weeks. This feature will integrate into Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger, supporting six European languages, including Italian.

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Peter Is Here: AI for Cultural Heritage launched

March 19, 2025March 19, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Minecraft Education, in collaboration with St. Peter’s Basilica and Microsoft, has launched a new interactive learning experience named Peter Is Here: AI for Cultural Heritage. This initiative allows students to virtually explore and engage with the Basilica’s rich history and architecture.

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Microsoft to invest billions in Italy

October 3, 2024October 3, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On Wednesday, Premier Giorgia Meloni met with Brad Smith, President of Microsoft, at Palazzo Chigi to discuss the company’s latest investment plans in Italy. Microsoft has committed to a €4.3 billion initiative aimed at expanding its cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure over the next two years.

Open AI's new tool Sora is under investigation by the Italian DPA

Italy’s DPA investigates AI tool Sora

March 9, 2024March 9, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s data protection authority announced on Friday that it has initiated an investigation into Sora, a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool developed by US company OpenAI.