Kazakhstan Plans to Introduce Strict AI Regulations

Draft laws "On Artificial Intelligence" and "On Amendments and Additions to Certain Legislative Acts of the Republic of Kazakhstan on Artificial Intelligence" have been published on the website of the Mazhilis (Parliament) of Kazakhstan.

The proposed changes aim to introduce new regulations to ensure safety and governance in the AI sector.

Key Provisions:

• Automated processing of personal data will be prohibited (except with consent or as permitted by Kazakh legislation) if it:

  • Alters or terminates a person's rights and legal interests.
  • Poses a threat to life, health, or property.

• Fines for violations will be introduced through amendments to the Administrative Code (KoAP) of Kazakhstan.

Types of Violations:

• Failure to inform users about AI-generated synthetic content that may be misleading.
• Failure to manage AI-related risks that harm human health, spread prohibited information, cause discrimination, violate human rights, or result in other damages (if not classified as a criminal offense).

Proposed Fines (15 to 200 MRP, or 58,980 to 786,400 KZT):

For first-time violations:

• Individuals: 15 MRP
• Medium-sized businesses: 30 MRP
• Large businesses: 100 MRP

For repeat violations within a year:

• Individuals: 30 MRP
• Small businesses: 50 MRP
• Medium businesses: 70 MRP
• Large businesses: 200 MRP

Authorities may suspend or ban AI systems that violate regulations.

Chairman of the Committee on Economic Reform and Regional Development of the Mazhilis Nurtay Sabilyanov emphasized that these laws aim to establish a unified legal framework for AI use.

The proposed amendments define the rights and responsibilities of AI stakeholders, ensuring consumer protection, data security, and regulatory compliance.

(This translation was generated automatically.)