The post discusses the inaugural Global AI Summit on Africa, highlighting the importance of building a collective action plan for AI across the continent. It emphasizes the potential benefits and challenges of AI in various African countries, while also addressing the need for responsible governance and collaboration among stakeholders.
The European Union has unveiled a plan to enhance its artificial intelligence industry, aiming to compete more effectively with the U.S. and China by simplifying regulations and building AI infrastructure. The initiative includes creating AI factories and a new service desk to assist firms in complying with its AI Act, which has faced criticism for being overly burdensome.
The EU AI Act has come into effect, imposing new rules and penalties on global enterprises, particularly those operating within the EU market. With a risk-based approach, the Act requires compliance based on the risk level of AI applications, impacting businesses worldwide.
Carstens, Allen & Gourley has submitted key recommendations to the U.S. government regarding the development of a national Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Plan, advocating for legal clarity and innovation. Their proposals aim to promote responsible AI development while addressing regulatory hurdles that may hinder progress.