Photobucket Inc is being sued in the US District Court for the District of Colorado for allegedly violating privacy and intellectual property laws by selling images and biometric data from dormant accounts to generative AI companies without user consent, involving over 100 million users and raising significant legal questions regarding informed consent and the use of personal data.
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The Algorithmic Transparency Recording Standard (ATRS), effective February 2024, mandates public sector organizations to publish records of algorithmic tools while balancing transparency with the protection of sensitive information, in compliance with existing data protection and access to information laws.
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In 2024, the U.S. Congress proposed a series of bills aimed at regulating artificial intelligence, addressing national security, workforce development, consumer protection, and ethical standards, including the AI Accord Act, the AI Ads Act, and the Artificial Intelligence Civil Rights Act.
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The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights has released a resource outlining legal frameworks to prevent discriminatory AI use in K-12 and higher education, referencing federal civil rights laws and emphasizing the need for human oversight and compliance.
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The FDA has introduced a comprehensive regulatory framework for AI and ML-enabled medical devices, emphasizing a streamlined approval process, the use of Predetermined Change Control Plans, and the importance of addressing algorithmic bias and transparency to ensure safety and effectiveness in healthcare technology.
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The US government’s collaboration with OpenAI, involving agencies like NASA and the IRS, raises significant legal issues regarding data security and intellectual property rights, highlighted by a recent court ruling dismissing a copyright lawsuit against OpenAI and new policies in Delaware and Georgia addressing AI use in the judiciary.
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Organizations must conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) to manage privacy risks and ensure compliance with GDPR when processing high-risk data, particularly in the context of emerging technologies like AI.
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JAMS Next has launched new arbitration rules tailored for AI-related disputes, addressing the complexities of AI systems and emphasizing expert involvement, confidentiality, and efficient resolution processes.
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Major jurisdictions, including the EU, UK, US, and Singapore, are developing varied regulatory frameworks for AI, with the EU’s AI Act introducing a comprehensive risk-based approach, while the UK adopts a more flexible strategy, highlighting the need for organizations to navigate complex legal landscapes and ethical considerations in AI deployment.
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The OECD will host the AI WIPS Conference in December 2024 to explore the implications of artificial intelligence on employment, productivity, and social policy, focusing on the necessary skills and training in the evolving labor market.
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The newly introduced fiscal year 2025 defense authorization bill includes provisions for the integration of artificial intelligence within the US Department of Defense, emphasizing national security, competition in technology procurement, and the maintenance of human oversight in critical decision-making processes.
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The European AI Office is recruiting Legal and Policy Officers to support the implementation of the AI Act and promote trustworthy AI across the EU, with a focus on candidates experienced in EU digital policies and legislation.
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