The EU is working on new guidelines related to the AI Act, emphasizing that human rights should be the central guiding principle. Over two dozen organizations have called for these guidelines to address fundamental rights and clarify loopholes in the legislation, particularly concerning policing and migration.
Texas House Bill 1709 establishes a comprehensive framework for regulating high-risk artificial intelligence systems, emphasizing transparency, fairness, and accountability in their application, particularly in employment contexts. Employers must prepare for new obligations, including conducting impact assessments and ensuring their AI systems do not contribute to algorithmic discrimination.
On January 20th, 2025, President Trump revoked Executive Order 14110, which was a comprehensive governance framework on artificial intelligence in the USA. The revocation raises concerns as it lacks a replacement, potentially stepping backwards in the regulation of AI technologies that are increasingly integrated into society.
The G7 competition authorities and policymakers convened to address the rapid development of artificial intelligence, particularly Generative AI, and its impact on digital markets. They emphasized the need for fair competition and the prevention of anti-competitive behaviors, calling for international cooperation and adaptive regulations to manage these challenges.
The European Union has passed its first major Act to regulate artificial intelligence, aiming to ensure safety and protect fundamental rights. The legislation introduces a risk-based approach that categorizes AI systems and applies stricter regulations to those deemed high or unacceptable risk.
New York has enacted a new law that prevents state agencies from replacing human workers with artificial intelligence and requires them to conduct reviews of their AI use. The law aims to safeguard jobs and ensure that AI is monitored when used in decision-making processes like unemployment benefits.
Texas Representative Giovanni Capriglione has filed House Bill 1709, the proposed Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act, to create comprehensive regulations for AI development. The bill aims to ensure public trust and safety while fostering innovation in the state’s rapidly evolving AI landscape.
As businesses increasingly integrate AI into their operations, the risk of litigation surrounding its use is growing significantly. New legislation, such as the EU Revised Product Liability Directive, may empower consumers to bring claims against companies for harm caused by AI systems.
Switzerland’s approach to regulating artificial intelligence (AI) has faced delays, widening the gap between it and other countries that have already implemented legislation. The Federal Office of Communications is expected to release initial guidelines for AI regulation, which will be debated and consulted upon in parliament.
The House AI Task Force’s final report provides a clear and actionable blueprint for a unified U.S. vision on AI governance, addressing the need for targeted regulations, empowered sectoral regulators, and a consistent national framework. This approach aims to balance innovation with necessary safeguards, positioning the U.S. to lead confidently in AI governance.