Recital (1)

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Official source: COM(2026) 502 final — Proposal for a Cloud and AI Development Act

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The Union is committed to become a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI). By
              enabling faster innovation, greater efficiency and smarter decision-making, AI
              contributes to substantial economic, environmental and societal gains and is a
              fundamental driver of competitiveness. In order to fully harness the benefits of AI
              across the key sectors of the economy, the Union should act with ambition and
              foresight, advancing its innovation capabilities, strengthening its competitiveness,
              security of supply, while reinforcing its technological sovereignty and strategic
              autonomy in cutting-edge digital technologies.

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