This podcast explores Italy's pioneering approach to Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance, which blends alignment with the European Union's foundational AI Act with a dedicated national framework, the Provisions and Delegations to the Government Concerning Artificial Intelligence (AI Bill or DDL 1146). Approved by the Senate in March 2025, the AI Bill outlines regulatory principles and sectoral priorities designed to complement EU rules where national legislation retains competence.We delve into the core of Italy’s human-centric governance model, examining guiding principles such as transparency, proportionality, non-discrimination, and human oversight. Discover how Italy is strategically positioning itself to lead responsibly in this technological shift, with specific provisions targeting the use of AI in high-stakes sectors, including healthcare, justice, labor, and public administration. Crucially, the legislation ensures that final decisions in these areas, particularly concerning the interpretation of law or medical treatment, always remain with a human professional.The episode also highlights Italy’s commitment to innovation and research, anchored by strategic programs like the National AI Strategy (2022–2024) and the FAIR (Future Artificial Intelligence Research) initiative. We discuss efforts to advance compute and data infrastructures, foster public trust, and empower the ecosystem through the €1 billion AI fund and support for SMEs and startups.Finally, we address the evolving institutional landscape, including the proposed roles of the Agency for Digital Italy (AgID) and the National Cybersecurity Agency (ACN) in AI oversight, alongside the crucial coordinating functions of the Italian Data Protection Authority (DPA). Learn how Italy is driving forward an AI model rooted in social responsibility, digital sovereignty, and European values.https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ai-%26-partners_it-er-activity-7384105781710909440-eLhP?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAHvlhcBIJlzljZtWd7z__C2yTHfsGOL_Ng