The evolving geopolitical landscape has increased concerns regarding the potential impact of foreign investments on the security and public order of the European Union (EU) and its Member States. This has led to a growing regulatory focus at the EU level on what are deemed key or strategic sectors. In line with this trend, the European Commission has published a proposal for a new EU-wide foreign direct investment (FDI) screening regulation imposing a minimum level of FDI screening across the European block.

Se por um lado é inegável a crescente importância da Inteligência Artificial na vida das pessoas e das empresas, é também claro que a sua utilização coloca novos desafios em várias vertentes – incluindo em matéria de segredos comerciais.

Federated Machine Learning (FedML) offers a decentralised approach to AI model training, addressing privacy concerns while balancing innovation with data protection in the digital age. However, it is not a solution without its limitations.