In this article: This week, there was a major development in AI liability, as the new EU Product Liability Directive (PLD) was published in the Official Journal of the European Union, and it will enter into force in early December. The new directive is not only about AI (we are still waiting for the final […]
AI Regulation
In this article: Pro-Business Innovation and AI Integration: The Trump administration’s re-election, with Elon Musk as a key figure, signals a potential surge in AI adoption across various sectors. Their combined focus on disruptive innovation may significantly influence government operations, business strategies, and regulatory approaches. Balancing Innovation with Safeguards: A critical challenge for the administration […]
In this article: Pro-Innovation Through Regulation: Lord Christopher Holmes emphasizes that a pro-innovation stance doesn’t equate to minimal regulation. Instead, “right-sized, clear, and consistent” regulation can protect consumers, benefit innovators, and attract inward investment, ultimately fostering innovation. Government’s Evolving Stance: While initially supportive of the AI Bill during their time in opposition, the current UK […]
In this article: As 2024 comes to a close, it’s time to look ahead to how AI will shape the law and legal practice in 2025. Over the past year, we’ve witnessed growing adoption of AI across the legal sector, substantial investments in legal AI startups, and a rise in state-level AI regulations. While the […]
In this article: Data is a critical asset for businesses, necessitating robust governance, protection, and security to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge. Deloitte Legal’s cross-jurisdictional guide, contributed to by experts from 50 jurisdictions, analyzes regulatory developments in data protection, cybersecurity, and AI. The guide highlights recent laws, regulations, decisions, and sanctions, alongside emerging […]
In this article: As AI technology continues to evolve rapidly, concerns are growing about its impact on governance, politics, and the judiciary. A recent panel discussion brought together experts to explore the rise of deepfakes, the challenges of regulating AI, and the potential risks and benefits of this powerful technology. The conversation focused on AI-driven […]
In this article: China’s industry ministry will establish an AI standardization committee to develop industry standards, focusing on large language models and AI risk assessment. The 41-member committee includes tech giant Baidu and academic institutions like Peking University, signaling a collaborative approach. Beijing seeks to balance regulation and AI sector growth, contrasting its earlier hands-off […]
In this article: Barriers to leveraging artificial intelligence systems (“AI systems”) have lowered dramatically within the last few years. Powerful computing capabilities that were once the realm of highly trained and funded teams are now widely available. These changes, driven largely by the advancement of generative AI and underlying Large Language Models (“LLMs”), have led […]
In this article: AI remains a key focus for US lawmakers and regulators, with new legislative efforts aiming to address AI-related challenges and bolster the nation’s leadership in innovation. Two bipartisan House bills, H.R. 1600 and H.R. 10262, have been introduced to enhance the government’s AI response under 15 USC Ch. 119 and Executive Order […]
In this article: UK businesses warn that regulatory uncertainty is stifling growth, deterring investment, and delaying adoption of transformative AI technologies. AI is a rare bright spot in the economy, driving innovation, creating jobs, and boosting productivity. “AI is moving faster than ever, and the UK must move with it,” said Mark Taylor, Founder and […]
