The White House has announced a new initiative requiring federal agencies to appoint Chief AI Officers and develop implementation plans to enhance the responsible procurement and use of AI, building on the 2023 Executive Order on AI while emphasizing privacy, equity, and safety.
The US Patent and Trademark Office has released new guidance to clarify patent eligibility criteria for AI-related inventions, emphasizing the need for specificity in claims and practical applications to enhance the likelihood of patent approval.
The European Data Protection Board has released new guidelines to help organizations align their use of blockchain technology with the General Data Protection Regulation, emphasizing the need for early implementation of protective measures and thorough assessments to safeguard personal data.
The OECD outlines key principles for AI governance, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and inclusivity, while addressing data governance, privacy concerns, and the need for adaptable frameworks in the evolving landscape of AI technologies.
The report reveals a dramatic increase in state-level AI laws, with 131 enacted in 2024, while federal progress remains slow, emphasizing the need for effective regulation amid rising AI-related incidents and intensifying global competition, particularly between the US and China.
The FCC is evaluating a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to define and regulate AI-generated calls under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, amidst industry concerns about the necessity and implications of additional regulations.
