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.
Texas has passed the Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (TRAIGA), which aims to regulate AI use in the workplace without imposing significant new burdens on employers. If approved by Governor Abbott, the law will come into effect on January 1, 2026, joining other states in establishing AI regulations.
The Trump administration is proposing a 10-year moratorium on state or local AI laws as part of a massive tax and spending plan, which could disrupt the more than 45 states that introduced AI bills last year. Advocates believe this freeze may simplify regulations, while critics argue it raises more questions about internal oversight and long-term planning for CIOs.
The letter expresses concern over a clause in H.R. 1 that would prohibit state or local governments from regulating artificial intelligence for the next 10 years. It warns that this moratorium could allow unelected officials to deploy AI systems without public accountability, raising significant risks for future administrations.
EDRi affiliate Politiscope hosted an event in Croatia to discuss the human rights impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and to influence national policy ahead of the implementation of the EU AI Act. The event highlighted the risks associated with AI, including privacy threats and algorithmic discrimination, while advocating for stronger safeguards for people’s rights.
The European Union’s AI Act serves as both a model and a cautionary tale for U.S. lawmakers, highlighting the balance between necessary consumer protections and the risks of overregulation. Experts warn that excessive regulations could hinder the U.S.’s competitive edge in the global AI landscape.
The United States is on the verge of enacting a federal measure that would impose a ten-year ban on state regulations concerning artificial intelligence (AI), a provision included in President Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) 2025.’ This decision has sparked significant opposition from various lawmakers and civil society groups, who express concerns over the potential risks to consumer protection and regulatory oversight.
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a budget bill that includes a controversial 10-year ban on states regulating artificial intelligence, which now moves to the Senate for consideration. The proposed ban has faced significant opposition, with experts arguing it undermines state efforts to protect residents from potential harms associated with AI.
Congress is beginning discussions on the first federal regulations for artificial intelligence, amid concerns over a growing patchwork of state laws. The hearing, led by the House subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade, aims to ensure the U.S. maintains its leadership in the global AI landscape while balancing the need for regulation.
A meeting in Brussels on May 20 addressed the implementation of the EU Artificial Intelligence Act, with concerns raised about its effectiveness. Key figures from the creative community emphasized the need for transparency and respect for copyright in the development of AI technologies.