Greece, birthplace of democracy, seeks to put humanity ahead of AI in updated constitution

The proposed provision states that 'Artificial intelligence shall serve the freedom of the individual and the prosperity of society.' The amendment is part of a broader constitutional reform package.

The proposal comes as governments worldwide grapple with how to regulate rapidly advancing AI technology. Greece's initiative reflects a growing trend of embedding AI governance principles in foundational legal documents. The exact wording of the provision was quoted in the announcement, though no further details on enforcement mechanisms or specific applications were provided.

The proposed change would require approval through Greece's constitutional amendment process, which typically involves multiple parliamentary votes and a period of deliberation.