EU watchdog probes Commission’s AI pick over conflict of interest concerns

The EU watchdog is examining the European Commission's handling of potential conflicts of interest in appointing Siemens chairman Jim Hagemann Snabe as Ursula von der Leyen's AI envoy. NGOs, including Transparency International, raised concerns about Snabe's dual role, suggesting it could affect his impartiality in addressing AI-related issues. Snabe is tasked with reporting on AI infrastructure and technology adoption.