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Categorie: AI

Aphaia participates in the event organised by NAIR Center about AI and society in Pamplona

Aphaia’s Managing Partner Cristina Contero Almagro offered a presentation about the Future and Regulation of Artificial Intelligence in Spain at the “AI and Society: Challenges and Opportunities” event organised by NAIR Center in Pamplona on 21st November.   On 21st November, Pamplona became the center of critical discussions about the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI)

Using AI in recruitment: Recommendations for business owners

The ICO has published recommendations for business owners on using AI in recruitment processes lawfully and ethically.   Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming recruitment by saving time and improving efficiency for businesses of various sizes and across industries. Businesses are using AI tools to source potential candidates, summarize CVs, as well as score applicants. However,

Tech giants push for lighter AI regulations in Europe

Tech giants push for lighter AI regulations in Europe amid concerns over fines and transparency.   In a pivotal final effort, the world’s largest technology companies are urging the European Union (EU) to take a more lenient stance on regulating artificial intelligence (AI). Firms like Amazon, Google, and Meta are currently facing the looming possibility

UK Government Shifts AI Strategy

The UK Government shifts AI strategy to focus on public sector efficiency amid industry concerns.   The UK government, led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, is developing a new artificial intelligence (AI) strategy aimed at cutting costs ahead of the upcoming autumn budget. The strategy shifts focus from direct investment in AI technology towards prioritising

California AI bill proposed by lawmakers

California lawmakers voted in support of an AI safety regulation proposal, requiring companies to test models and disclose protocols.   The state of California has taken advancements towards implementing AI regulation, as reported by the Associated Press. In response to escalating concerns surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) technology, California lawmakers have taken a significant step by

The use of AI chatbots may lead to data breaches

The Dutch DPA urges businesses to be vigilant as the use of AI chatbots by employees may lead to data breaches.    Recently, the Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) received multiple allegations of data breaches resulting from employees sharing the personal information of patients or consumers with an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot. Companies that provide

Transparency obligations under the EU AI Act

Under the EU AI Act, what are transparency obligations imposed upon organisations, and what requirements and implications do these obligations carry?   The EU AI Act aims to regulate the development and use of AI in the EU. One of the key elements of the proposed Act is the requirement for transparency. This means that

General-purpose AI and Systemic risk in the EU AI Act

As Europe continues to embrace the potential of general-purpose AI, it is essential that a calculated approach is taken to address the systemic risks associated with the technology.    General-purpose Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) models are ones that have a wide range of possible uses, both intended and unintended by the developers. They can be used

Aphaia delivers a presentation on the new EU AI Act and the GDPR on 42Workspace in Rotterdam

Aphaia has opened its new office at 42Workspace in Rotterdam and had the chance to deliver the presentation “EU AI Act with GDPR fundamentals” to the Rotterdam tech community on 5th June.   42Workspace is the tech coworking space in Rotterdam, comprising a community of more than 40 startups and scale-ups providing digital services in

Facial Recognition Technology: legal clarification from the Netherlands DPA

Netherlands DPA (AP) clarifies legal questions regarding the use of Facial Recognition Technology under the GDPR.   The Dutch Data Protection Authority, Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (AP) has published a new guide that addresses and clarifies frequently asked legal questions about the use of facial recognition technology. The document is primarily designed for privacy professionals and organisations