Experts warn on AI Act’s pitfalls
AI regulation is a hot topic in the European Union right now, and a recent discussion organized by the Malta IT Law Association (MITLA) shed some light on the challenges and complexities involved. Professor Alexiei Dingli and Dylan Seychell, both AI experts, highlighted the difficulties in implementing self-assessment procedures and the paradox of human oversight of AI systems. The EU is working towards a legislative framework for AI, aiming to have it in place by the end of 2023. The proposed law would regulate AI according to the level of risk, with higher risk systems having greater obligations.
The discussion also delved into the convergence of law and technology, particularly with regards to cybersecurity. As the boundaries between these traditionally separate fields blur, there’s a growing need for legal professionals to understand cyber threats and for tech experts to grasp the associated liabilities. This was further emphasized during the consideration of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), an EU law designed to bolster the protection of financial institutions against digital threats such as cyberattacks and system failures.
Privacy was another high priority topic at the MITLA discussion. With the introduction of numerous new ICT laws expected to impact privacy, a debate around the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) was held. The fine balance between the right to privacy and the right to freedom of expression and information was discussed, with contributions from key figures such as Matthew Caruana Galizia and Data Protection Commissioner Ian Deguara.
The MITLA event, which sees regular sessions designed to keep the Maltese legal and tech community updated on industry developments, provided a platform for experts and legal practitioners to delve deeper into the laws impacting their sectors. The discussions illuminated the complexities and challenges of navigating the intersection of AI, privacy, law, and cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and adaptation in this rapidly evolving field.
Source: Local AI experts warn of pitfalls in EU’s legislative push
