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ISO and IEC Make Foundational Standard on Artificial Intelligence Publicly Available
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ISO and IEC Make Foundational Standard on Artificial Intelligence Publicly Available
The International Organisation for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have made ISO/IEC 22989, an AI standard defining terminologies on various aspects of an AI system, available to the public.
EU AI Act: Leading Academics Call for Strengthened Fundamental Rights Impact Assessment and Audit Mechanisms
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EU AI Act: Leading Academics Call for Strengthened Fundamental Rights Impact Assessment and Audit Mechanisms
An appeal signed by over 110 AI, data governance, and civil rights academics has called for the EU AI Act to include requirements for all AI systems to undergo Fundamental Rights Impact Assessments (FRIAs).
Senate Subcommittee Leaders Hold Hearing on Proposed Bipartisan Framework for U.S. AI Act
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Senate Subcommittee Leaders Hold Hearing on Proposed Bipartisan Framework for U.S. AI Act
On 12 September 2023, the U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology, and the Law conducted a hearing titled Oversight of AI: Legislating on Artificial Intelligence.
California Governor Gavin Newsom Issues an Executive Order on AI
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California Governor Gavin Newsom Issues an Executive Order on AI
On 6 September 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom from the State of California issued an executive order on artificial intelligence (AI), laying out a strategic plan for how California will approach the progress and proliferation of generative AI.
European Union Names Six Tech Giants as DMA Gatekeepers
European Union Names Six Tech Giants as DMA Gatekeepers
The European Commission has today (6 September 2023) named Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, ByteDance, Meta and Microsoft as 'gatekeepers' under the terms of the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
UK House of Commons Committee Releases Interim AI Governance Report
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UK House of Commons Committee Releases Interim AI Governance Report
The UK House of Commons Committee on Science, Innovation and Technology has published an interim report on the governance of artificial intelligence (AI). Presented on 31 August 2023, the findings were based on an inquiry in consultation with over 100 experts on AI, including researchers, businesses, and civil society representatives.
Spain Becomes First EU Member to Establish AI Regulatory Body
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Spain Becomes First EU Member to Establish AI Regulatory Body
In an unprecedented move within the European Union, Spain has established a new institution specifically for the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI).
EEOC Settles Lawsuit with iTutorGroup for AI-Driven Discrimination for $365,000
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EEOC Settles Lawsuit with iTutorGroup for AI-Driven Discrimination for $365,000
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has today settled a lawsuit with iTutorGroup for $365,000 over AI-driven age discrimination, marking the first settlement against AI-powered recruitment tools in the US.
Council of the European Union Publishes Key Priorities for the Second EU AI Act Trilogue
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Council of the European Union Publishes Key Priorities for the Second EU AI Act Trilogue
The Council of the European Union has published a summary outlining the provisional agreements, pending items, and future priorities discussed during the second trilogue on the sweeping EU AI Act.
EU AI Act Text Passed by Majority Vote ahead of Trilogues
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EU AI Act Text Passed by Majority Vote ahead of Trilogues
The EU AI Act (AIA) is a landmark piece of legislation proposed by the European Commission in 2021 to regulate the AI systems available in the EU Market. Taking a risk-based approach to regulation, systems are classed as posing minimal, limited, high or an unacceptable level of risk, with obligations proportionate to the system’s classification. An extensive consultation process saw several compromise texts proposed, with the Draft General Approach adopted on 6 December 2023. This text was then debated and revised ahead of a European Parliament vote on 26 April 2023, with a political agreement reached on 27 April.
AI Disclosure Act of 2023: A Step Towards Algorithmic Transparency
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AI Disclosure Act of 2023: A Step Towards Algorithmic Transparency
The AI Disclosure Act of 2023 requires all AI-generated outputs to be accompanied by a disclaimer. Here is everything you need to know.
EEOC’s Guidance on AI Systems under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act 1964
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EEOC’s Guidance on AI Systems under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act 1964
On May 18, 2023, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the federal agency charged with administering federal civil rights laws (including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), released a "technical assistance document" titled "Assessing Adverse Impact in Software, Algorithms, and Artificial Intelligence Used in Employment Selection Procedures Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.”
European Parliamentary Committees Adopt AI Act Text and Set Date for Plenary Adoption
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European Parliamentary Committees Adopt AI Act Text and Set Date for Plenary Adoption
The EU AI Act is a landmark piece of legislation proposed by the European Commission in 2021 to regulate the AI systems available in the EU Market. Taking a risk-based approach to regulation, systems are classed as posing minimal risk, limited risk, high risk, or unacceptable levels of risk, with obligations proportional to the level of risk posed by a system.
Draft for Conducting Independent Audits under the Digital Services Act Released for Public Comment
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Draft for Conducting Independent Audits under the Digital Services Act Released for Public Comment
On 6 May 2023, the European Commission released a draft outlining the procedures for conducting audits under the Digital Services Act (DSA). These rules specifically pertain to the 17 Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) and 2 Very Large Online Search Engines (VLOSEs) designated by the Commission on 25 April 2023, including Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Bing and Google search.
The EEOC Releases a Joint Statement on AI and Automated Systems
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The EEOC Releases a Joint Statement on AI and Automated Systems
On 25 April 2023, a press release from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced the publication of a joint statement on artificial intelligence (AI) and automated systems with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division (DOJ), and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
NYC's DCWP Adopts Final Rules on Local Law 144, Effective 5 July 2023
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NYC's DCWP Adopts Final Rules on Local Law 144, Effective 5 July 2023
The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection has adopted final rules on the Bias Audit Law, effective July 5th, 2023. The updated rules reflect issues raised in the public hearing and clarify definitions, calculation of scores, and other requirements. This news article outlines the key changes.
The UK Government Publishes a Pro-Innovation Approach to AI Regulation
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The UK Government Publishes a Pro-Innovation Approach to AI Regulation
Today marks an important milestone in the UK Government’s commitment to the responsible use of data and technology, with the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology publishing a White Paper on what it claims to be a world leading approach to regulating AI.
Key Takeaways from the SHRM Event on the Legal and Practical Implications of Using AI in Hiring
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Key Takeaways from the SHRM Event on the Legal and Practical Implications of Using AI in Hiring
On 23 March 2023, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) held an event sponsored by the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) on Exploring the Legal and Practical Implications of Using AI-Based Assessments in Hiring. In this article, we summarise some of the key themes that emerged from the event.
SB-313: A Proposal for an Office of Artificial Intelligence in California
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SB-313: A Proposal for an Office of Artificial Intelligence in California
On 6 February 2023, Californian State Senator Bill Dodd introduced Senate Bill 313 as part of California’s efforts to regulate the use of AI. While brief, the Bill makes two important contributions, establishing the Office of Artificial Intelligence and alignment with the Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights.
NIST Launches AI Risk Management Framework 1.0
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NIST Launches AI Risk Management Framework 1.0
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), one of the leading voices in the development of AI standards, announced today the launch of its first version of the Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Framework (AI RMF).
SIOP Publishes Guidelines on AI-Based Employee Selection Assessments
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SIOP Publishes Guidelines on AI-Based Employee Selection Assessments
Following the launch of its Task Force on Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Based Assessments in October 2021, the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) has published guidelines on the validation and use of AI-based assessment in employee selection.
Key Takeaways from the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection’s Second Public Hearing on NYC Local Law 144
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Key Takeaways from the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection’s Second Public Hearing on NYC Local Law 144
Following an announcement that the enforcement date for NYC Local Law 144 (the NYC Bias Audit Law) has been postponed from 1 January 2023 to 5 July 2023, New York City’s Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) held a second public hearing on 23 January 2023 to provide an opportunity for public comment on its updated proposed rules.
EEOC Announces a Draft Strategic Enforcement Plan for 2023—2027
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EEOC Announces a Draft Strategic Enforcement Plan for 2023—2027
On 10 January 2023, the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, (EEOC) which was established by the Civil Rights Act of 1964, published its draft for a Strategic Enforcement Plan (SEP) to run between the 2023 and 2027 fiscal years. As the primary body for enforcing non-discrimination employment law in the US, the EEOC periodically launches SEPs to direct the agency’s work over a certain period.
New York City’s DCWP Updates their Proposed Rules for Local Law 144
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New York City’s DCWP Updates their Proposed Rules for Local Law 144
Following a public hearing on their proposed rules for NYC Local Law 144 (aka the NYC Bias Audit Law), the DCWP has updated their rules and announced a second hearing.
NYC Local Law 144 Enforcement Date Postponed
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NYC Local Law 144 Enforcement Date Postponed
The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) has recently announced that Local Law 144 of 2021, AKA the NYC Bias Audit law, has had the date at which it will be enforced postponed.
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