The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence we are witnessing brings with it security, ethical and social issues , which highlight the need for regulation to ensure responsible use of technology.
In November 2023, we were just learning about ChatGPT and generative AI. Today, we’re already seeing companies launching new products based on AI-processed data, like Jetson, based on segmentation work by dhauz. And even more peculiar creations, like the marriage of Spanish artist Alicia Framis to an AI-generated husband.
AI Regulatory Overview
In Brazil, since last year, four bills have been introduced proposing guidelines for the responsible use of AI in the country. Bill 2338/2023 , currently under consideration in the National Congress, is considered the most comprehensive, proposing to regulate the use of AI in various sectors, with an emphasis on privacy protection and transparency, as well as oversight of the use of AI programs.
Furthermore, Brazilian government representatives recently committed to developing public policies conducive to the safe development of AI, in a joint statement during the “AI Safety Summit” in the United Kingdom, which was supported by 28 other national delegations and the European Union.
But the biggest breakthrough in this regard comes from the European Union, which is the first to pass a law regulating artificial intelligence , the so-called “AI Act.” The regulation aims to guarantee the use of artificial intelligence systems through a risk scale, which is subordinated to the degree of impact on people’s rights and well-being.
In the United States, a few weeks ago, President Joe Biden signed an executive order to regulate and promote the safe development of artificial intelligence, which represents a significant step forward in AI regulation in the United States and an inspiration for other countries.
As we see, globally, the main objective of AI regulation is to prohibit human rights violations or the risk to human health and safety, promoting its ethical and safe development. However, some specific measures for AI development companies are also beginning to emerge.
Last October, the G7 countries agreed on a code of conduct for companies, aiming to mitigate the risks arising from this technology, including violations of privacy or intellectual property.
Additionally, in September, Canada introduced a voluntary code of conduct for the use of advanced generative artificial intelligence systems. This code includes commitments to transparency and the prevention of bias and prejudice. Companies that sign the agreement commit to supporting the development of a responsible AI ecosystem, contributing to the creation of standards and information sharing.
AI will continue to advance
Projections for 2024 indicate that AI will not stand still , and we should expect its role to continue expanding across various sectors, driving operational efficiency, innovation, and service improvement.
However, all indications are that the ethical and responsible implementation of AI will continue to be a critical consideration for ensuring sustainable benefits. In this dynamic landscape, global collaboration must address the challenges so that regulations are as advanced as the technologies they seek to regulate.
