The EU’s AI Act has come into force, with specific rules for generative AI set to apply from August 2025, while the UK continues with a flexible, principles-based approach. Both jurisdictions are reevaluating their balance between fostering competitiveness and implementing regulatory safeguards in light of geopolitical developments.
As we stand at a critical juncture in AI’s development, a governance challenge is emerging that could stifle innovation and create global digital divides. The current AI governance landscape resembles a patchwork of fragmented regulations, making the global deployment of AI systems increasingly difficult and costly.
The AI Council at Direct Digital Holdings has released a new eBook titled “Responsible AI: A Beginner’s Guide,” aimed at helping organizations implement responsible AI practices. The guide simplifies complex ethical and legal concepts, empowering teams to deploy AI systems that are safe, fair, and trustworthy.
The document discusses the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) and the varying regulatory responses from governments worldwide. It highlights the challenges of ensuring effective oversight while balancing innovation and the protection of public interests.
The EU is mandating that companies developing or using artificial intelligence ensure their employees are adequately trained in AI skills, with penalties for non-compliance. IVAM is offering a 4-hour online compact training course to help businesses meet these new legal requirements.
On March 18, the California Joint Policy Working Group on AI Frontier Models released a draft report on regulating foundation models, aiming to provide an evidence-based foundation for AI policy decisions. The report emphasizes the importance of transparency, third-party risk assessments, and adverse event reporting in shaping effective AI governance.
Specno has urged the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies to expedite the finalization of a comprehensive national policy on artificial intelligence, emphasizing the need for South Africa to keep pace with neighboring countries developing their own AI strategies. The organization highlights that AI technology can address critical social demands and create job opportunities, especially in sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and public safety.
The document discusses the EU AI Act, which is the first comprehensive legal framework for regulating artificial intelligence in the European Union. It aims to promote trustworthy AI while ensuring protection against potential risks and harms associated with AI systems.
The AI landscape in India is rapidly evolving, with the country becoming OpenAI’s second-largest market by users. However, this growth brings significant challenges related to ethics, privacy, and security, necessitating a robust regulatory framework to ensure responsible AI deployment.
State lawmakers are considering a diverse array of AI legislation, with hundreds of bills introduced in 2025. These proposals focus on key areas such as consumer protection, sector-specific regulations, chatbot oversight, and generative AI transparency.