As artificial intelligence influences various sectors, this article examines the Trump administration’s anticipated approach to AI antitrust enforcement following the rollback of Biden-era regulations, highlighting key themes and potential impacts on innovation and competition.
The discussion surrounding AI governance should focus on accountability structures rather than the personhood of machines. A balanced debate can help shape the future of AI intentionally, avoiding fear-driven decisions.
Since 2023, AI agents have moved from experimental to operational roles across sectors such as finance, healthcare, industry, human resources, and public services. They offer productivity gains but pose legal, ethical, and cybersecurity risks that require effective governance.
The New Jersey Supreme Court requires attorneys to complete one CLE credit in technology-related subjects, including artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, every two years starting January 1, 2027. This aligns legal education with emerging technological demands.
California’s new Senate committee on technology regulation aims to lead in artificial intelligence policy by balancing industry growth with strong consumer protections. Senator Christopher Cabaldon highlights a comprehensive approach to technology regulation that fosters innovation while ensuring robust safeguards.
Nigeria is set to approve legislation establishing comprehensive AI regulations, positioning the country as a leader in Africa’s efforts to oversee artificial intelligence. The National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill aims to enhance oversight of high-risk AI systems, requiring companies to report potential risks and mitigation strategies annually.
The European Commission will soon clarify the documentation requirements for AI developers to prove their systems are exempt from the AI Act’s high-risk regulations. This guidance will address how to apply the law’s “filter” conditions amidst ongoing debates about removing registration obligations for exempt AI systems.
Scarlett Group emphasizes a governance-first approach to AI implementation, helping companies manage potential security risks associated with unauthorized AI use. With many employees unknowingly utilizing tools like ChatGPT, the firm underscores the importance of establishing proper processes to safeguard trade secrets and sensitive data.
The Spanish government has approved a bill to regulate AI-generated deepfakes and strengthen consent requirements for image use, focusing on protecting minors and defining illegal uses of AI-generated images and voices for commercial purposes.
As federal agencies accelerate AI adoption, Nick Dunn, CEO of PCI Government Services, highlights the need for a fundamentally different governance approach. AI’s unique challenges require a shift from compliance after the fact to governance by design for achieving speed, trust, and mission scale.