Biden signs AI executive order
President Joe Biden signs an executive order addressing safety, equity and labor market implications of AI, marking the US government’s first major regulatory action on AI.
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EU close to pass world’s first AI law
The EU is close to passing the first global laws on AI, addressing issues from facial recognition to copyright theft, and holding AI companies accountable for potential harm caused by their tools.
Clearview AI’s Appeal Success Against UK GDPR Fine
Clearview AI successfully appealed against a £7.5 million fine and enforcement notice issued by the UK’s ICO.
Poland opens privacy probe of ChatGPT following GDPR complaint
OpenAI’s AI chatbot, ChatGPT, is under investigation by the Polish DPA for potential breaches of the EU GDPR.
EU looks for common ground with Japan on AI
The European Union and Japan find common ground on generative artificial intelligence regulation, aiming to deepen cooperation.
AP demands clarity from tech companies on AI aimed at children
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) is scrutinizing the use of AI, particularly chatbots, in children’s apps over concerns of data privacy and transparency.
UK data watchdog issues Snapchat enforcement notice over AI chatbot
Snapchat might face a hefty fine by the UK data watchdog due to alleged failure in assessing privacy risks posed by its AI chatbot feature for users, especially children.
OpenAI accused of string of data protection breaches in GDPR complaint filed by privacy researcher
OpenAI is facing allegations of breaching various aspects of Europe’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
First Algorithmic Risks Report Netherlands calls for additional action to control algorithmic and AI risks
The Dutch Data Protection Authority urges closer oversight of high-risk algorithms and AI to minimize risks, while leveraging the benefits.
AI Detection Tools Falsely Accuse International Students of Cheating
AI plagiarism detectors are mistakenly flagging papers written by non-native English speakers as AI-generated, leading to serious consequences for international students.
UN High Commissioner warnins on the risks of facial recognition
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, warns about the potential negative impacts of facial recognition systems and supports the upcoming EU’s AI Act, which aims to regulate AI and prevent mass surveillance.
Experts warn on AI Act’s pitfalls
Two local AI experts discuss the challenges of AI regulation, privacy, and cybersecurity at a Malta IT Law Association event, emphasizing the need for self-assessment and human oversight.