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DW Weekly #152 – 22 March 2024

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The UN General Assembly (UNGA) adopted its first resolution dedicated to AI, which marks a key stride towards fostering a global framework on AI. Simultaneously, the draft framework for a Council of Europe Convention on AI was leaked, offering insight into ongoing efforts to establish international guidelines for AI development. China’s emphasis on AI for safeguarding children’s rights echoed growing concerns over digital safety, while the G7 ministers, under Italy’s presidency, committed to using AI for sustainable development. India revised its guidelines for AI developers, allowing the release of generative AI models without prior government approval.

In Europe, efforts intensified to combat election disinformation with comprehensive guidelines, alongside probes into tech giants’ AI and advertising practices. France’s fine of €250 million on Google for copyright infringement underscored the importance of protecting intellectual property in the digital age.

Meanwhile, Apple faces scrutiny in a US Department of Justice (DoJ) antitrust probe. Amid geopolitical tensions, the US advanced legislation to strengthen data privacy against foreign adversaries.

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Andrijana and the Digital Watch team


Highlights from the week of 15-22 March 2024

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UN General Assembly adopts first-ever resolution on AI
The adoption of the first UN resolution on AI could mark a key stride towards fostering a global framework that promotes the responsible and inclusive utilisation of this transformative technology, underscoring the imperative of aligning AI advancements with the collective welfare of humanity. Read more.
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UN General Assembly adopts first-ever resolution on AI
The adoption of the first UN resolution on AI could mark a key stride towards fostering a global framework that promotes the responsible and inclusive utilisation of this transformative technology, underscoring the imperative of aligning AI advancements with the collective welfare of humanity. Read more.
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Council of Europe Convention on AI draft framework leaked
The Framework Convention on AI, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law was finalised by the Council of Europe Committee on AI. However, the official version has not been released to the public. Read more.
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Council of Europe Convention on AI draft framework leaked
The Framework Convention on AI, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law was finalised by the Council of Europe Committee on AI. However, the official version has not been released to the public. Read more.
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China’s call for developing AI to protect children’s rights
China urges ethical AI development at the UN, emphasizing children’s pivotal role, advocating mental health support, bridging digital gaps, and fostering international governance respecting cultural diversity. Read more.
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China’s call for developing AI to protect children’s rights
China urges ethical AI development at the UN, emphasizing children’s pivotal role, advocating mental health support, bridging digital gaps, and fostering international governance respecting cultural diversity. Read more.
G7 2024
Under Italy’s presidency, G7 ministers commit to AI for sustainable development
The agreement aims to boost local AI digital ecosystems by collaborating with developing countries and promoting new multistakeholder partnerships. Read more.
G7 2024
Under Italy’s presidency, G7 ministers commit to AI for sustainable development
The agreement aims to boost local AI digital ecosystems by collaborating with developing countries and promoting new multistakeholder partnerships. Read more.
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The Indian government has revised guidelines for AI developers
The Indian government eased regulations for AI developers, allowing the release of generative AI models without prior approval. This promotes self-regulation and mandates labeling of AI outputs for transparency. Read more.
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The Indian government has revised guidelines for AI developers
The Indian government eased regulations for AI developers, allowing the release of generative AI models without prior approval. This promotes self-regulation and mandates labeling of AI outputs for transparency. Read more.

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EU probes tech giants’ AI and ad practices
The DSA, which took effect in February, requires specific content moderation measures for platforms with over 10% of the EU population as monthly users. Read more.
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EU probes tech giants’ AI and ad practices
The DSA, which took effect in February, requires specific content moderation measures for platforms with over 10% of the EU population as monthly users. Read more.
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The EU rolls out guidelines to combat election disinformation
Social media platforms and search engines will be required to set up dedicated teams to tackle online disinformation during election periods. Read more.
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The EU rolls out guidelines to combat election disinformation
Social media platforms and search engines will be required to set up dedicated teams to tackle online disinformation during election periods. Read more.

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France fines Google €250 million for copyright infringement
The fine is linked to a copyright dispute triggered by complaints from major news organisations. Read more.
V 1 Google
France fines Google €250 million for copyright infringement
The fine is linked to a copyright dispute triggered by complaints from major news organisations. Read more.
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Apple targeted in US DOJ antitrust probe
Cracking down on Big Tech has been one of the rare bipartisan agreements between Democrats and Republicans. Read more.
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Apple targeted in US DOJ antitrust probe
Cracking down on Big Tech has been one of the rare bipartisan agreements between Democrats and Republicans. Read more.

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US advances data privacy bill against foreign adversaries
The US House of Representatives passed a data privacy bill, the ‘Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024,’ prohibiting data brokers from selling US citizens’ data to foreign adversary countries. The bill awaits Senate review before becoming law. Read more.
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US advances data privacy bill against foreign adversaries
The US House of Representatives passed a data privacy bill, the ‘Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024,’ prohibiting data brokers from selling US citizens’ data to foreign adversary countries. The bill awaits Senate review before becoming law. Read more.


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