Overview

• Global demand for AI experts has surged, causing a recruitment challenge for regulators worldwide, including the EU, as they compete with the private sector for talent.
• The EU's struggle to recruit for its AI Office and ECAT highlights the challenge of enforcing new AI regulations with a shortage of skilled staff.
• Salaries offered by public sector organizations for AI roles are significantly lower than those in the private sector, deterring potential candidates.
• The U.S. has taken proactive steps to attract AI talent by offering competitive salaries and expediting the hiring process.
• Experts warn that the shortage of AI talent in the public sector could hinder the effective implementation and enforcement of AI regulations.