Big bosses in Europe made new rules for smart computers that can think like people. These rules are the first ones like this in the whole world. They talk about how these smart computers can be used safely. People who make these smart computers have to follow these rules. If they don't, they might have to pay money.

The rules won't start until a few years from now. But they are very important. They help make sure that the smart computers are good and don't hurt anyone. People in Europe want to be the best at making these smart computers. Other places like America and China are making their own rules too.

Original news source: AI: EU agrees landmark deal on regulation of artificial intelligence (BBC)

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1. What are smart computers?
2. How would you feel if a smart computer could think like a person?
3. Do you think it's important for smart computers to be used safely? Why or why not?
4. What do you think might happen if people don't follow the rules for smart computers?
5. Do you think Europe should be the best at making smart computers? Why or why not?
6. How do you think the rules for smart computers can help make sure they don't hurt anyone?
7. What other places are making their own rules for smart computers?
8. Do you like the idea of smart computers? Why or why not?
9. How do you think smart computers can be helpful in our daily lives?
10. What do you think the rules for smart computers will be like?
11. How do you think smart computers are different from regular computers?
12. Do you think smart computers will become more popular in the future? Why or why not?

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