Texas Enacts Responsible AI Governance Act to Regulate High-Risk AI Systems
The Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (TRAIGA), signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott, establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for high-risk AI systems, emphasizing outcome-based restrictions, stringent disclosure requirements, and civil penalties for violations, while positioning Texas as a key player in the evolving national AI governance landscape.
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Microsoft Sued by Authors for Allegedly Using Pirated Works to Train AI Models
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Microsoft in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York by a group of prominent authors, including Pulitzer Prize winners, alleging unauthorized use of their copyrighted works for training AI models, which raises significant issues regarding copyright infringement and the legality of using pirated content in AI development.
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AI Governance: International Standards and Accountability Measures
The OECD’s AI Principles, adopted by 38 member states, emphasize accountability, transparency, and ethical development of AI systems, while the G7 explores generative AI’s risks and opportunities amidst evolving regulatory frameworks.
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Justice AI Initiative Aims to Shape AI Policy and Uphold Legal Standards
The Justice AI Initiative, led by Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco, seeks to develop AI policies that ensure national safety, protect civil rights, and address challenges such as algorithmic discrimination and data privacy, while engaging diverse stakeholders in the process.
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Matthew F. Ferraro Joins Crowell & Moring as Partner in Privacy and Cybersecurity Group
Matthew F. Ferraro has been appointed as a partner at Crowell & Moring, where he will leverage his extensive experience in cybersecurity and AI policy to guide clients through evolving regulations and national security issues.
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UK Becomes First Pioneer Member of HealthAI Global Regulatory Network
The UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has joined the HealthAI Global Regulatory Network to lead the establishment of ethical AI regulations in healthcare, enhancing patient safety and fostering innovation through initiatives like the AI Airlock and the Innovative Devices Access Pathway.
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Data (Use and Access) Act Introduces Key Changes to UK GDPR for AI Utilization
The Data (Use and Access) Act, effective June 19, 2025, amends the UK GDPR to facilitate AI deployment by businesses, prompting the ICO to issue updated guidance on compliance, automated decision-making, and fairness in AI technologies.
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AI Board Meeting Highlights Strategic AI Policy Initiatives Under Poland’s Leadership
The AI Board, chaired by Poland, convened to discuss key aspects of AI innovation policy, including the upcoming Apply AI Strategy and the implementation of the AI Act, ahead of Denmark’s leadership transition on July 1, 2025.
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OpenAI Challenges Court Order to Indefinitely Retain User ChatGPT Logs
OpenAI is contesting a US Magistrate Judge’s order requiring the indefinite retention of user ChatGPT logs in a copyright infringement lawsuit, raising significant privacy concerns and highlighting the conflict between legal compliance and user privacy rights.
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UN General Assembly Adopts Landmark AI Governance Resolution
The United Nations General Assembly unanimously adopted Resolution A/78/L.49, marking its first formal engagement with AI regulation, emphasizing the need for international cooperation, human rights protection, and the development of national regulatory frameworks to ensure the safe and equitable deployment of AI technologies.
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Urgent Call for AI Regulation in Military Applications by UN Experts and Tech Leaders
UN disarmament experts and leaders from major tech companies emphasize the need for regulatory frameworks to align AI technologies, particularly in military contexts, with international human rights standards and ethical guidelines to prevent rights violations.
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Latest AI legal news
Regulatory Guidance on AI Systems in Canadian Capital Markets
The Canadian Securities Administrators emphasize the need for robust governance, risk management, and tailored disclosures for market participants utilizing AI systems, reflecting a technology-neutral regulatory approach in capital markets.
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Regulatory Frameworks Essential for Addressing AI Bias and Inequality
The rapid advancement of AI necessitates the establishment of robust regulatory frameworks to mitigate social biases and promote equality and diversity within AI ecosystems, highlighting the need for legal considerations in its deployment and use.
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Recent Rulings on Fair Use in AI Training by Anthropic and Meta
Two judges issued significant rulings on fair use regarding AI model training, with one finding Anthropic liable for downloading pirated books while ruling in favor of Meta, highlighting the complexities of copyright law as it pertains to generative AI systems.
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