AI

EU AI Act compliance begins February 2025, with early requirements like AI literacy and definitions of AI systems effective immediately. Organizations must educate personnel on AI risks and integrate literacy into governance frameworks. Key prohibitions include exploiting vulnerabilities and social scoring. Businesses should assess AI systems, ensure training, and stay updated on regulatory changes for compliance. Proactive approaches in governance may enhance trust and competitive positioning in the AI landscape.

https://kennedyslaw.com/en/thought-leadership/article/2025/first-steps-to-compliance-meeting-early-obligations-under-the-eu-ai-act/

EU AI Act needs risk-based approach: The EU should avoid a one-size-fits-all AI regulation, which risks stifling innovation due to overlapping enforcement and lack of risk/benefit analysis. A sector-specific approach is suggested to balance risks and benefits, streamline regulation, and enhance competitiveness, ensuring that future AI guidelines support innovation while safeguarding public interest.

https://project-disco.org/european-union/balancing-ai-innovation-and-regulation-a-risk-based-approach/

EU withdrew proposed AI Liability Directive due to stakeholder disagreement and regulatory simplification demands; aimed to unify protection for AI-related harm. Shift in focus towards future regulatory approaches on AI liability expected.

https://www.twobirds.com/en/insights/2025/proposed-eu-ai-liability-rules-withdrawn

EU's draft AI Code of Practice criticized by rightsholders as it undermines copyright protections, with calls for substantial improvements before approval.

https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/european-unions-latest-draft-ai-code-of-practice-renders-copyright-meaningless-rightsholders-warn/

EU's AI Act aims to regulate AI, balancing innovation with ethical concerns. Key points include a ban on high-risk AI by February 2025 and a code of practice by May 2025. Implementation begins August 1, 2026. Issues arise over definitions of high-risk systems, transparency, accountability, and copyright gaps. Compliance challenges noted, especially in protecting minors and enforcing regulations. Organizations should prepare for compliance despite uncertainties. AI Act shows potential for significant impact amid ongoing debates and complexities in legislation.

https://www.stibbe.com/publications-and-insights/the-current-status-of-the-ai-act-navigating-the-future-of-ai-regulation