Greece, birthplace of democracy, seeks to put humanity ahead of AI in updated constitution :: WRAL.com
Publish Date: 2026-05-07 07:19:00
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- Greece is planning significant constitutional amendments, including mandating that artificial intelligence serve to benefit human society.
- Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasized the necessity of these changes to protect future generations amidst worldwide concerns about AI threats to democracy and humanity.
- The proposed amendments include language ensuring AI promotes individual freedom and societal prosperity while mitigating risks.
- Other proposed changes cover expanding postal voting, lengthening mandatory schooling, and prohibiting retroactive taxation.
- The constitutional revision process in Greece requires multiple votes by two successive parliaments and typically includes cross-party support.
