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11/08/2025 - Spanish Foreign Direct Investment and AI: Legal Perspectives (Spain)

argument: Notizie/News - Competition Law / Antitrust Law

Source: Wolters Kluwer Legal Blogs

Wolters Kluwer Legal Blogs analyzes the intersection of artificial intelligence and foreign direct investment (FDI) in Spain, focusing on the legal and regulatory implications. The article discusses how AI technologies influence FDI patterns and the challenges regulators face in adapting existing frameworks to address AI-related investments.

It highlights Spain’s regulatory approach to ensuring that AI-driven FDI complies with competition law and national security considerations. The article examines recent legislative developments and enforcement trends that impact foreign investors deploying AI technologies in Spain.

The piece also explores the balance between fostering innovation and protecting public interests, emphasizing the need for clear guidelines and risk assessments in AI-related FDI transactions. It advises investors and legal practitioners to stay informed about evolving rules and to conduct thorough due diligence.

Furthermore, the article underscores the importance of international cooperation and alignment with EU policies to create a coherent regulatory environment for AI and FDI. It concludes by noting that Spain’s legal landscape is evolving to accommodate the growing role of AI in foreign investment.