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.
The European Commission has published draft guidelines clarifying the definition of AI systems under the EU AI Act. These guidelines aim to assist organizations in determining whether a software system qualifies as an AI system while evolving over time based on practical experiences and new use cases.
The EU AI Act establishes a regulatory framework for artificial intelligence within the European Union, aiming to balance innovation with safety while safeguarding fundamental rights. It imposes compliance requirements and outlines potential fines for non-compliance, affecting both EU-based organizations and those outside the EU that engage with the market.