The article discusses how the EU AI Act is influencing channel vendors in terms of compliance and trust, emphasizing the importance of data integrity and responsible AI innovation. It highlights the need for collaboration among vendors and partners to ensure that compliance is an ongoing commitment rather than a mere checkbox exercise.
The EU AI Act Newsletter discusses concerns regarding compliance with the new AI regulations, particularly focusing on the European Commission’s consultation for transparent AI systems and the backlash from German privacy watchdogs. It also highlights potential compliance issues with OpenAI’s GPT-5 model and the EU AI Office’s staffing challenges in implementing the Act.
The European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act introduces a comprehensive legal framework for AI, mandating new obligations for general-purpose AI systems. As of August 2, 2025, organizations must comply with specific requirements related to the deployment and development of these AI models, which include transparency and risk assessment measures.
This series explores how explainability in AI helps build trust, ensure accountability, and align with real-world needs. In this part, we reflect on the broader requirements of responsible AI, emphasizing that explainability is a dynamic process essential for fostering better decision-making and governance.
The EU AI Act requires that any entity placing an AI model on the EU market determines if it qualifies as a general-purpose AI model (GPAI). This classification is essential for understanding the applicable provisions under the Act, which define a GPAI model as one capable of performing a wide range of tasks and integrating into various systems.
The EU AI Act’s rules for General Purpose AI models came into force on August 2, 2025, and businesses must ensure compliance with its provisions. Companies are encouraged to update their compliance programs and adopt ISO 42001 to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape effectively.
As India’s financial institutions increasingly adopt artificial intelligence, regulators face the challenge of fostering innovation while maintaining systemic stability. The potential benefits of AI in finance, such as improved efficiency and inclusion, must be balanced against the risks of bias and financial exploitation.
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly popular, understanding the evolving laws and regulations surrounding data privacy and cybersecurity is crucial for businesses. Recent state laws require consumer notification when AI is used, emphasizing the importance of compliance to avoid legal violations.
A California bill aimed at regulating high-risk AI systems in hiring and other critical areas failed to advance in the state assembly as the legislative session concluded. The bill’s author, Democratic assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan, has paused voting until next year for further stakeholder engagement and discussions with the Governor’s office.
The AI Act reshapes the roles of corporate governance by making AI oversight a crucial responsibility for board secretaries, compliance officers, and general counsel. This legislation not only imposes new fiduciary duties but also highlights the need for U.S. corporations to align their governance structures with evolving regulatory frameworks that extend beyond Europe.