What to know about AI
Understanding the legal landscape surrounding AI is crucial for anyone interested in technology and its impact on society. By staying informed about these laws, you can better appreciate the balance between innovation and protection. Explore more articles on our site to dive deeper into this vital topic and stay ahead in the ever-changing world of AI.
EU AI ACT: Shaping the Future of Artificial Intelligence in Europe
Written by Francesca Busato, Federica Antoniazzi
The EU AI Act (Regulation 2024/1689) establishes a comprehensive framework for AI regulation in Europe, categorizing AI systems by risk levels: unacceptable, high, limited, and minimal/no risk. It aims to ensure safe and responsible AI use while fostering innovation and protecting fundamental rights. The regulation includes specific obligations for high-risk AI systems and promotes international cooperation on AI governance.
The Battle Over Copyright: AI Development vs. Intellectual Property Rights
Written by Daniele Galbiati
AI companies are being sued by authors and publishers for copyright infringement. These companies are accused of scraping web data without permission to train their models. The New York Times, for example, sued OpenAI and Microsoft for using their articles without consent. The legal actions aim to ensure that AI companies compensate content creators, potentially leading to licensing agreements that balance innovation with intellectual property rights.
AI, what are the borders?
Written by Francesco Pio Carletta
The machine of progress with its unstoppable pace overtakes everything in front of it, often crossing and exceeding the boundaries of its space: this progress, beautiful and agonizing, necessarily brings with it silent and obscure side effects, difficult to understand and analyse. The rapid development of artificial intelligence and its universal accessibility has gained a strong consensus among the digital population; however, a minority has highlighted the risks and potential consequences, in terms of the corruption of morality and the most basic values that are the foundation of human civilization.
The SB-1047 Bill and the question of AI regulation at the US State level
Written by Bernat Baella i Masuet
California is known for being the home of technological companies like Apple, Google and Meta. Due to a mix of universities, research centers, entrepreneurial spirit, and human talent, the state is a hub of innovation. Artificial Intelligence (henceforth, AI) is no exception to this.
As more companies develop their AIs, regulations try to keep pace. California has been one of the first US states to do so.
