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AI Regulations Examples

More than 30 countries have already adopted or are in the process of adopting AI regulations. China, the US, the EU, and the UK are leading this movement, each taking a different approach to AI governance.

US's AI Regulation: Balancing Innovation and Governance

The legislation governing AI in the United States is evolving, with significant progress being made at both the national and state levels to address the complex implications of this technology. In a move towards establishing a comprehensive framework for AI governance, President Joe Biden signed an executive order dedicated to the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence in October 2023. The mandate emphasizes the importance of a coordinated effort involving the government, the private sector, academia, and civil society to maximize AI's advantages while reducing the risks associated with it. This requires corporations to properly test and report on their AI systems.

There has been a noticeable increase in legislative activities at the state level concerning artificial intelligence. In 2024, more than 400 bills related to AI were discussed in state legislatures, building upon the introduction of around 200 bills in the previous year, 2023. A significant focus of these proposed laws is on regulating specific applications of AI, such as deepfakes and chatbots. Notably, nearly 200 bills aim to combat the misuse of deepfake technology, with several seeking to outlaw the creation and distribution of deceptive or harmful deepfake content, exemplified by the push to ban pornographic deepfakes. Furthermore, there is an initiative to regulate chatbots like ChatGPT to avoid possible misuse such as making chemical weapons and spreading fake news.

Leading the charge in AI regulation within the US are states like California, New York, and Florida, each proposing groundbreaking legislation that addresses a spectrum of AI-related issues, from Generative AI and autonomous vehicles to AI transparency in various applications. Additionally, states such as California, Colorado, Rhode Island, Illinois, Connecticut, Virginia, and Vermont are pushing for broader measures to ensure transparency and accountability in AI across industries, particularly targeting discrimination perpetuated by AI in hiring practices and tenancy approvals.

In parallel with these state-level initiatives, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is advancing rules to mitigate conflicts of interest in the use of AI by financial advisors and broker-dealers.

China's New Generation Artificial Intelligence Development Plan: A Pioneer in AI Regulation

In July 2017, China took a pioneering step in the global AI landscape by unveiling the New Generation Artificial Intelligence Development Plan. China is the first nation to formalize a comprehensive strategy for AI with a clear trajectory and regulatory framework through to 2030. The plan serves as a strategic roadmap, detailing China's aspirations.

Following the introduction of this strategic plan, China has progressively introduced targeted regulations aimed at specific aspects of AI technology. It has implemented three significant regulations to govern algorithms and AI:

• The 2021 recommendation algorithm regulation: This regulation focuses on algorithms used for content recommendations. It addresses issues such as preventing excessive price discrimination and ensuring fair treatment of workers affected by algorithmic scheduling. Its aim is to create a more equitable digital environment for both consumers and workers.
• The 2022 deep synthesis rules: These rules target synthetically generated content, mandating that such content be clearly labeled to distinguish it from organic material. This regulation seeks to maintain transparency, ensuring users can identify synthetic media.