Category: AI

AI Compliance Risks: Safeguarding Against Emerging Threats

The rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly generative AI, presents both opportunities and significant risks for businesses regarding compliance with legal and regulatory environments. Organizations must carefully assess their use of AI to identify vulnerabilities and ensure adherence to evolving regulatory frameworks.

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Building Effective AI Literacy Programs for Compliance and Success

The EU AI Act mandates that providers and deployers of AI systems ensure a sufficient level of AI literacy among their staff and others involved in AI operations. This obligation applies to anyone connected to AI within the EU and emphasizes the need for informed decision-making regarding the risks and benefits of AI technologies.

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Ethics at the Crossroads of AI Innovation

As artificial intelligence (AI) increasingly influences critical decision-making across various sectors, the need for robust ethical governance frameworks becomes essential. Organizations must prioritize ethical considerations and implement effective AI governance to navigate the complexities and potential biases associated with AI technologies.

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Croatia’s Path to Responsible AI Legislation

EDRi affiliate Politiscope hosted an event in Croatia to discuss the human rights impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and to influence national policy ahead of the implementation of the EU AI Act. The event highlighted the risks associated with AI, including privacy threats and algorithmic discrimination, while advocating for stronger safeguards for people’s rights.

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The Legal Dilemma of AI Personhood

As artificial intelligence systems evolve to make decisions and act independently, the legal frameworks that govern them are struggling to keep pace. This raises critical questions about whether AI should be granted legal personhood, as it blurs the lines of accountability and responsibility in areas such as contract and tort law.

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Data Provenance: The Foundation of Effective AI Governance for CISOs

The article emphasizes the critical role of data provenance in ensuring effective AI governance within organizations, highlighting the need for continuous oversight and accountability in AI interactions. It argues that traditional governance policies are insufficient and that a robust infrastructure focused on data lineage is essential for building trust in AI systems.

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Balancing AI Governance in the Philippines

A lawmaker in the Philippines, Senator Grace Poe, emphasizes the need for a balanced approach in regulating artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure ethical and innovative use of the technology. She warns against over-regulating AI while recognizing its potential benefits and the importance of public consultation in developing guidelines.

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China’s Open-Source Strategy: Redefining AI Governance

China’s advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) are increasingly driven by open-source collaboration among tech giants like Alibaba, Baidu, and Tencent, positioning the country to influence global AI governance. This approach contrasts with the more closed models prevalent in the U.S., reflecting China’s strategy to leverage state support and foster a domestic AI ecosystem.

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Mastering AI Governance: Nine Essential Steps

As organizations increasingly adopt artificial intelligence (AI), it is essential to implement effective AI governance to ensure data integrity, accountability, and security. The nine-point framework outlined provides practical steps to help organizations transition from theory to execution in their AI governance efforts.

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EU AI Regulation: A Blueprint and Caution for U.S. Lawmakers

The European Union’s AI Act serves as both a model and a cautionary tale for U.S. lawmakers, highlighting the balance between necessary consumer protections and the risks of overregulation. Experts warn that excessive regulations could hinder the U.S.’s competitive edge in the global AI landscape.

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