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In September 2024, the US, the European Union, and the UK signed the first international treaty governing the development and application of artificial intelligence (AI). This document aims to establish a legal framework for the entire lifecycle of AI systems, while ensuring the protection of human rights, democracy, and the rule of law.
The treaty, known as the Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy, and the Rule of Law, was adopted under the Council of Europe. The signatory countries, including Israel, Norway, and several others, have committed to taking measures to ensure that AI-related activities are consistent with key principles of human rights and democratic values.
The goal of the treaty is to create a global standard for managing AI risks and opportunities.
Maria Pejčinović Burić, Secretary General of the Council of Europe, emphasized the importance of this document:
“We must ensure that the development of AI upholds our standards rather than undermines them. The Framework Convention is designed to ensure just that.”
The agreement is a crucial element in protecting against the uncontrolled use of AI technologies. It outlines key requirements for transparency, accountability, and security in the development and operation of AI. This is particularly important in light of rapid technological progress, which brings both opportunities and potential risks.
The new treaty covers the entire lifecycle of AI, from development to application. Legal experts believe that this broad scope will allow the document to remain relevant even with the rapid development of technology.
An important aspect of the agreement is its technological neutrality. This means that the provisions of the treaty can be applied to any type of AI, regardless of its specific characteristics. This approach helps avoid limiting innovation while maintaining regulatory flexibility.
While each country has the freedom to interpret and apply the provisions of the treaty, the basic principles remain unified. Specifically, participants are obligated to implement mechanisms to control and prevent AI abuse, as well as create conditions for safe innovation.
The signatory countries are also required to introduce national legislation to protect citizens' rights from the consequences of AI use. This includes, for example, the ability to file complaints about violations related to AI use.
The treaty also aims to eliminate differences in approaches to AI regulation. For example, in the US, President Biden issued an executive order on the use of AI in the public sector, while the UK applies a more flexible approach. The EU is actively advancing its AI Act, which is considered the strictest and most comprehensive document.
In addition to the countries of the Council of Europe, other states are showing interest in joining the treaty. This underscores the global nature of the AI regulation issue. More signatories and ratifications are expected soon, which will allow the treaty to come into force.
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The treaty, known as the Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy, and the Rule of Law, was adopted under the Council of Europe. The signatory countries, including Israel, Norway, and several others, have committed to taking measures to ensure that AI-related activities are consistent with key principles of human rights and democratic values.
The goal of the treaty is to create a global standard for managing AI risks and opportunities.
Maria Pejčinović Burić, Secretary General of the Council of Europe, emphasized the importance of this document:
“We must ensure that the development of AI upholds our standards rather than undermines them. The Framework Convention is designed to ensure just that.”
The agreement is a crucial element in protecting against the uncontrolled use of AI technologies. It outlines key requirements for transparency, accountability, and security in the development and operation of AI. This is particularly important in light of rapid technological progress, which brings both opportunities and potential risks.
The new treaty covers the entire lifecycle of AI, from development to application. Legal experts believe that this broad scope will allow the document to remain relevant even with the rapid development of technology.
An important aspect of the agreement is its technological neutrality. This means that the provisions of the treaty can be applied to any type of AI, regardless of its specific characteristics. This approach helps avoid limiting innovation while maintaining regulatory flexibility.
While each country has the freedom to interpret and apply the provisions of the treaty, the basic principles remain unified. Specifically, participants are obligated to implement mechanisms to control and prevent AI abuse, as well as create conditions for safe innovation.
The signatory countries are also required to introduce national legislation to protect citizens' rights from the consequences of AI use. This includes, for example, the ability to file complaints about violations related to AI use.
The treaty also aims to eliminate differences in approaches to AI regulation. For example, in the US, President Biden issued an executive order on the use of AI in the public sector, while the UK applies a more flexible approach. The EU is actively advancing its AI Act, which is considered the strictest and most comprehensive document.
In addition to the countries of the Council of Europe, other states are showing interest in joining the treaty. This underscores the global nature of the AI regulation issue. More signatories and ratifications are expected soon, which will allow the treaty to come into force.
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