Category: International Policy

Turkey’s Grok Crackdown: A Warning for Global Tech Regulation

The July 2025 incident involving Turkey’s investigation into Grok, an AI tool integrated into X (formerly Twitter), highlights the growing regulatory risks that AI-driven platforms face in politically sensitive markets. As Grok’s update triggered offensive content targeting Turkish leaders, it serves as a cautionary tale for global tech firms regarding the challenges of navigating authoritarian regimes and ethical AI governance.

July 14, 2025

Turkey’s Grok Crackdown: A Warning for Global Tech Regulation

July 13, 2025

Japan’s New AI Regulations: A Shift Towards Hard Law

Japan has enacted the “Act on Promotion of Research and Development and Utilization of Artificial Intelligence-Related Technologies,” marking its first law specifically regulating AI. This law aims to promote AI innovation while establishing core principles for its development and use, alongside the creation of an AI Strategy Center.

June 17, 2025

Canada’s Role in Shaping Global AI Governance at the G7

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has prioritized artificial intelligence governance as the G7 summit approaches, emphasizing the need for international cooperation amidst a competitive global landscape. The summit presents a crucial opportunity for Canada to advocate for enhanced accountability and safety measures in AI development through the Hiroshima AI Process.

June 17, 2025

Global AI Regulation: Trends and Challenges

This document discusses the current state of AI regulation in Israel, highlighting the absence of specific laws directly regulating AI. It also outlines the government’s efforts to promote responsible AI innovation through policy and sector-specific guidelines.

June 12, 2025

Empowering the Global South in AI Governance

Global discussions on AI governance are often shaped by the Global North, neglecting the unique challenges faced by the Global South, such as digital exclusion and technological dependency. Including Southern perspectives is essential not only for equity but also for creating sustainable governance frameworks that are adaptable to diverse realities.

June 11, 2025

Kazakhstan’s Bold Step Towards AI Regulation

Kazakhstan’s lower house of Parliament has approved a draft law aimed at establishing a legal framework for artificial intelligence, emphasizing a human-centric approach to ensure public safety and data protection. The law reflects global trends in AI regulation, aiming to foster trust between technology and society while promoting responsible AI development.

June 5, 2025

Smart AI Regulation: Strategies for Latin America’s Future

Latin America has the potential to be a leader in AI governance due to its fewer legacy systems and strong tradition of social rights-based regulation. Policymakers must balance innovation with safeguarding rights to create effective and inclusive AI regulations that reflect the region’s unique context.

May 29, 2025

Europe Faces Pressure to Abandon AI Regulation Amid U.S. Influence

The Trump administration is urging Europe to abandon a proposed AI rulebook that would impose stricter standards on AI developers. The U.S. government argues that these regulations could unfairly target American tech companies and hinder innovation.

April 30, 2025

US Pushes Back Against EU AI Regulations, Leaving Enterprises to Set Their Own Standards

The US is pushing to eliminate the EU AI Act’s code of practice, arguing that it stifles innovation and imposes unnecessary burdens on enterprises. This shift in regulatory responsibility could require organizations to develop their own AI risk management strategies to comply with the law.

April 29, 2025