As AI becomes integral to HR functions, leaders face increasing compliance challenges, demanding governance over AI tools and data usage to balance innovation with legal and ethical accountability.
Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize drug development from discovery to clinical trials. Examining regulatory approaches by agencies like the FDA and EMA reveals opportunities for fostering innovation while ensuring pharmaceutical safety.
In 2025, complying with AI regulations such as the EU AI Act becomes crucial, increasing demand for AI governance software among SaaS vendors. Organizations must rapidly align with these laws to avoid costly penalties and operational disruptions.
A recent survey reveals that 57% of congressional aides prefer a decentralized approach to AI regulation, advocating for a mix of federal and state oversight. This sentiment reflects growing skepticism towards centralized control and aligns with public opinion against federal preemption of state laws.
On January 22, South Korea introduced its AI Basic Act, claiming to be the world’s first comprehensive AI legislation. While the government aims to lead globally in AI, local startups express concerns over vague language and burdensome compliance requirements.
AI compliance tools are vital for real-time monitoring and ensuring adherence to regulatory frameworks. Traditional methods like spreadsheets are insufficient, while solutions like FireTail automate compliance by mapping AI activity to recognized standards, providing crucial visibility and control over AI usage.
The EU AI Act enforces strict accountability and compliance requirements for AI systems worldwide, requiring companies to prove fairness, transparency, and safety, with severe penalties for non-compliance.
At the World Government Summit’s AI Forum, leaders discussed integrating AI to boost productivity while emphasizing the need for guardrails and human oversight. The UAE’s distinctive approach combines policy, ethics, and infrastructure to foster innovation and collaboration in the global AI landscape.
Sabre Corporation’s new whitepaper, “The Secure AI Advantage: Governance and Trust in Travel Technology,” urges the travel industry to rethink trust as AI technology evolves. It outlines four core principles for embedding trust in autonomous systems and highlights Sabre’s collaboration with Google Cloud to enhance security and infrastructure.
At Web Summit Qatar 2026, H.H. Sheikha Moza bint Nasser emphasized the need for human-centered ethics in AI, advocating for technology rooted in values and accountability. She highlighted Qatar’s shift toward a knowledge-based economy and the critical role of the Arabic language in shaping identity and culture in the digital era.