Overview of specific regulations

The development and adoption of AI are accelerating across the globe. Policymakers, companies, and other stakeholders are working with increasing urgency to ensure that AI is integrated in a way that improves its potential to serve important economic and societal objectives while reducing its risks. As organizations embrace AI, they face a complex web of legal and regulatory considerations. From national laws to international agreements, the legal framework surrounding AI is evolving rapidly.

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EU AI Act

The EU's AI Act is a regulatory framework ensuring AI safety, fostering innovation, and reducing risks for consumers, while providing legal clarity and minimizing compliance costs for providers.

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China’s AI regulation

China, the first superpower to regulate generative AI, focuses on ensuring safe, responsible use of Gen AI tools for the public, while still encouraging innovation in the field.

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President Biden’s Executive Order on AI

On October 30, 2023, the Biden Administration issued Executive Order 14110, launching a comprehensive US strategy for AI development, directing agencies to create standards, frameworks, and best practices.

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UK’s AI regulation

The UK government takes a flexible, pro-innovation approach to AI regulation, avoiding rushed legislation to prevent disrupting responsible AI innovation, opting for adaptable, non-statutory methods.

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