The New York State Bar Association is launching a nine-part continuing legal education program focused on AI’s implications in the legal profession, covering regulation, ethics, and evidence admissibility with expert speakers.
Governor Ron DeSantis has expressed concerns about the potential harms of artificial intelligence and is advocating for state-level regulations, including an “Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights.” While the Florida Senate advances related legislation, the House has yet to introduce similar measures, highlighting a divide in approaches to AI regulation within the state.
This episode of Asia Insight discusses AI governance in Southeast Asia, highlighting collaboration opportunities and challenges for ASEAN countries with the United States. Moderated by Doug Strub, the conversation features insights from Nigel Cory and Karryl Kim Sagun Trajano on shaping a future AI agenda.
India has introduced new regulations for AI-generated deepfakes, requiring social media platforms to label synthetic content, ensure traceability, and implement verification tools, alongside strict takedown timelines to enhance accountability.
Despite claims from tech leaders about the arrival of the singularity and artificial general intelligence, such assertions lack empirical foundation and are driven by hype. As AI continues to evolve, it is crucial for society to demand effective governance to ensure its responsible use and mitigate potential risks.
Vibe coding revolutionizes software development by enabling high-level, intuitive prompts to generate code through advanced AI, challenging traditional copyright protections and shifting focus to trade secrets and proprietary techniques in a rapidly evolving landscape.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has proposed 40 experts to join the newly established Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence, aimed at addressing the AI knowledge gap. The panel will provide reliable scientific insights on AI’s impacts across economies and societies, promoting safe governance and innovation for the common good.
A new wave of lawsuits under the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) targets AI-powered meeting transcription tools, alleging they collect voiceprints without proper consent. Employers using these tools may face liability if they fail to implement adequate biometric data safeguards.
As artificial intelligence advances rapidly, the regulatory landscape for AI is evolving slowly, mirroring patterns from other transformative technologies. Recent federal initiatives aim to create a coordinated framework balancing innovation with responsible safety measures, highlighting the importance of industry standards and internal governance.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has introduced a comprehensive AI agenda that establishes the Office of Digital Innovation, Governance, Integrity, and Trust (DIGIT) to oversee digital safety and AI governance. The initiative aims to regulate AI-generated content, enhance consumer privacy protections, and position New York as a national leader in AI policy amid federal efforts to limit state regulations.