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African states tighten laws on data privacy and protection
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https://www.breakingkenyanews.com/2023/02/african-states-tighten-laws-on-data.html
With nearly 600 million people across Africa using the internet today, African countries are increasingly recognising the need to legislate and invest in, data and privacy protection.
Internet Society, a non-profit advocacy organisation, estimates that more than 17 African countries have enacted comprehensive personal data protection legislation.
Additionally, according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, 33 countries had some form of legislation that guaranteed data and privacy protection as of 2021.
African states tighten laws on data privacy and protection
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https://www.breakingkenyanews.com/2023/02/african-states-tighten-laws-on-data.html
With nearly 600 million people across Africa using the internet today, African countries are increasingly recognising the need to legislate and invest in, data and privacy protection.
Internet Society, a non-profit advocacy organisation, estimates that more than 17 African countries have enacted comprehensive personal data protection legislation.
Additionally, according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, 33 countries had some form of legislation that guaranteed data and privacy protection as of 2021.
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EU and US strengthen cooperation on artificial intelligence and computing to address global challenges
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https://ngiatlantic.eu/news/eu-and-us-strengthen-cooperation-artificial-intelligence-and-computing-address-global
30 Jan 2023
In April 2022, the European Union, the United States and several international partners proposed a Declaration for the Future of the Internet, supporting a trusted, open, free, global, interoperable, realiable and secure internet for the protection and respect of human rights across the digital world.
The partners in the Declaration share the belief that the Internet should operate as a single, decentralised "network of networks", discarding unfair discrimination and promoting connectivity, democracy, peace, the rule of law and sustainable development.
Building upon the principles expressed in the Declaration for the Future of the Internet, on 27 January 2023, the US Department of State and the EU Directorate-General DG CONNECT have signed an "Administrative Arrangement on Artificial Intelligence for the Public Good" in a virtual ceremony, which will be implemented by relevant US and EU institutions and agencies working in this area.
Increased collaboration on research will help identify and further develop promising AI research results that have the potential for broad societal benefits in areas ranging from climate change, natural disasters, health and medicine, electric grid optimisation to agriculture.
EU and US strengthen cooperation on artificial intelligence and computing to address global challenges
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https://ngiatlantic.eu/news/eu-and-us-strengthen-cooperation-artificial-intelligence-and-computing-address-global
30 Jan 2023
In April 2022, the European Union, the United States and several international partners proposed a Declaration for the Future of the Internet, supporting a trusted, open, free, global, interoperable, realiable and secure internet for the protection and respect of human rights across the digital world.
The partners in the Declaration share the belief that the Internet should operate as a single, decentralised "network of networks", discarding unfair discrimination and promoting connectivity, democracy, peace, the rule of law and sustainable development.
Building upon the principles expressed in the Declaration for the Future of the Internet, on 27 January 2023, the US Department of State and the EU Directorate-General DG CONNECT have signed an "Administrative Arrangement on Artificial Intelligence for the Public Good" in a virtual ceremony, which will be implemented by relevant US and EU institutions and agencies working in this area.
Increased collaboration on research will help identify and further develop promising AI research results that have the potential for broad societal benefits in areas ranging from climate change, natural disasters, health and medicine, electric grid optimisation to agriculture.
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AI Act: EU Parliamentโs crunch time on high-risk categorisation, prohibited practices
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https://www.euractiv.com/section/artificial-intelligence/news/ai-act-eu-parliaments-crunch-time-on-high-risk-categorisation-prohibited-practices/
The European Parliamentโs co-rapporteurs proposed compromise amendments to the list of high-risk AI applications, banned uses and concept definitions.
EU lawmakers Brando Benifei and Dragoศ Tudorache are striving to close the negotiations on the Artificial Intelligence Act in the coming days. The Act is the worldโs first attempt to regulate AI based on its potential to cause harm.
Among the pending issues the two lawmakers are trying to close is the list of AI uses that pose significant risks, the prohibited practices and the definitions of the key concepts used in the draft law, according to documents obtained by EURACTIV.
High-risk areas
The AI Actโs Annex III lists critical areas with specific use cases.
AI Act: EU Parliamentโs crunch time on high-risk categorisation, prohibited practices
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https://www.euractiv.com/section/artificial-intelligence/news/ai-act-eu-parliaments-crunch-time-on-high-risk-categorisation-prohibited-practices/
The European Parliamentโs co-rapporteurs proposed compromise amendments to the list of high-risk AI applications, banned uses and concept definitions.
EU lawmakers Brando Benifei and Dragoศ Tudorache are striving to close the negotiations on the Artificial Intelligence Act in the coming days. The Act is the worldโs first attempt to regulate AI based on its potential to cause harm.
Among the pending issues the two lawmakers are trying to close is the list of AI uses that pose significant risks, the prohibited practices and the definitions of the key concepts used in the draft law, according to documents obtained by EURACTIV.
High-risk areas
The AI Actโs Annex III lists critical areas with specific use cases.
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State of the Union address calls for Congress to pass antitrust and data privacy legislation
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https://9to5mac.com/2023/02/08/state-of-the-union/
President Bidenโs second State of the Union address called on Congress to pass bipartisan legislation on both antitrust and data privacy issues.
His comments on the antitrust issue specifically referenced the need to prevent tech companies favoring their own products, an accusation frequently levelled at Apple โฆ
Background
Apple has come under antitrust pressure all around the world, most notably in respect of App Store policies โ including in its home market of the US.
Back in 2019, Congress began a year-long antitrust investigation into tech giants, which included Apple. The Cupertino company was found to engage in โdeeply disturbingโ anticompetitive behavior.โ
State of the Union address calls for Congress to pass antitrust and data privacy legislation
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https://9to5mac.com/2023/02/08/state-of-the-union/
President Bidenโs second State of the Union address called on Congress to pass bipartisan legislation on both antitrust and data privacy issues.
His comments on the antitrust issue specifically referenced the need to prevent tech companies favoring their own products, an accusation frequently levelled at Apple โฆ
Background
Apple has come under antitrust pressure all around the world, most notably in respect of App Store policies โ including in its home market of the US.
Back in 2019, Congress began a year-long antitrust investigation into tech giants, which included Apple. The Cupertino company was found to engage in โdeeply disturbingโ anticompetitive behavior.โ
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ChatGPT is a data privacy nightmare, and we ought to be concerned
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https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2023/02/chatgpt-is-a-data-privacy-nightmare-and-you-ought-to-be-concerned/
ChatGPT has taken the world by storm. Within two months of its release it reached 100 million active users, making it the fastest-growing consumer application ever launched. Users are attracted to the toolโs advanced capabilitiesโand concerned by its potential to cause disruption in various sectors.
A much less discussed implication is the privacy risks ChatGPT poses to each and every one of us. Just yesterday, Google unveiled its own conversational AI called Bard, and others will surely follow. Technology companies working on AI have well and truly entered an arms race.
The problem is, itโs fueled by our personal data.
300 billion words. How many are yours?
ChatGPT is a data privacy nightmare, and we ought to be concerned
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https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2023/02/chatgpt-is-a-data-privacy-nightmare-and-you-ought-to-be-concerned/
ChatGPT has taken the world by storm. Within two months of its release it reached 100 million active users, making it the fastest-growing consumer application ever launched. Users are attracted to the toolโs advanced capabilitiesโand concerned by its potential to cause disruption in various sectors.
A much less discussed implication is the privacy risks ChatGPT poses to each and every one of us. Just yesterday, Google unveiled its own conversational AI called Bard, and others will surely follow. Technology companies working on AI have well and truly entered an arms race.
The problem is, itโs fueled by our personal data.
300 billion words. How many are yours?
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The AI Actโs fine line on critical infrastructure
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https://www.euractiv.com/section/next-generation-infrastructure/news/the-ai-acts-fine-line-on-critical-infrastructure/
As EU policymakers make progress in defining an upcoming rulebook for Artificial Intelligence, the question of to what extent AI models employed to manage critical infrastructure should be covered by tight requirements still remains open.
The AI Act is reaching a critical stage in the legislative process, with the European Parliament set to reach a common position in the coming weeks. The legislative proposal is the worldโs first attempt to put in place a comprehensive set of rules for Artificial Intelligence based on its potential risks.
A critical aspect of the draft law is the category of AI models that can cause significant harm, which must comply with stricter obligations regarding quality and risk management. However, concerning critical infrastructure, how to assess risk remains a matter of debate.
The AI Actโs fine line on critical infrastructure
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https://www.euractiv.com/section/next-generation-infrastructure/news/the-ai-acts-fine-line-on-critical-infrastructure/
As EU policymakers make progress in defining an upcoming rulebook for Artificial Intelligence, the question of to what extent AI models employed to manage critical infrastructure should be covered by tight requirements still remains open.
The AI Act is reaching a critical stage in the legislative process, with the European Parliament set to reach a common position in the coming weeks. The legislative proposal is the worldโs first attempt to put in place a comprehensive set of rules for Artificial Intelligence based on its potential risks.
A critical aspect of the draft law is the category of AI models that can cause significant harm, which must comply with stricter obligations regarding quality and risk management. However, concerning critical infrastructure, how to assess risk remains a matter of debate.
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European Digital Identity Wallets: Commission publishes first technical Toolbox towards prototypes
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https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/news/european-digital-identity-wallets-commission-publishes-first-technical-toolbox-towards-prototypes?pk_source=ec_newsroom&pk_medium=email&pk_campaign=Shaping%20Europe%E2%80%99s%20Digital%20Future
Today, the Commission is publishing the first version of a common EU Toolbox to implement the European Digital Identity Wallet (EUDI Wallet).
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This technical backbone, developed by Member States in close collaboration with the Commission, will be the basis to engineer a prototype Wallet that can be used for testing in a variety of use-cases.
The Toolbox will complement the legislative proposal on a trusted and secure Digital Identity and is a crucial first step that will enable the creation of a robust framework for digital identification and authentication based on common standards across the EU. It aims to ensure a high level of trust in digital transactions in Europe. Member States will keep working closely with the Commission to continuously update the Toolbox.
European Digital Identity Wallets: Commission publishes first technical Toolbox towards prototypes
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https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/news/european-digital-identity-wallets-commission-publishes-first-technical-toolbox-towards-prototypes?pk_source=ec_newsroom&pk_medium=email&pk_campaign=Shaping%20Europe%E2%80%99s%20Digital%20Future
Today, the Commission is publishing the first version of a common EU Toolbox to implement the European Digital Identity Wallet (EUDI Wallet).
graphic showing bits and bytes and on the forefront the European flag
iStock photo Getty images plus
This technical backbone, developed by Member States in close collaboration with the Commission, will be the basis to engineer a prototype Wallet that can be used for testing in a variety of use-cases.
The Toolbox will complement the legislative proposal on a trusted and secure Digital Identity and is a crucial first step that will enable the creation of a robust framework for digital identification and authentication based on common standards across the EU. It aims to ensure a high level of trust in digital transactions in Europe. Member States will keep working closely with the Commission to continuously update the Toolbox.
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MEPs ready to negotiate first-ever rules for safe and transparent AI
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https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20230609IPR96212/meps-ready-to-negotiate-first-ever-rules-for-safe-and-transparent-ai
On Wednesday, the European Parliament adopted its negotiating position on the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act with 499 votes in favour, 28 against and 93 abstentions ahead of talks with EU member states on the final shape of the law. The rules would ensure that AI developed and used in Europe is fully in line with EU rights and values including human oversight, safety, privacy, transparency, non-discrimination and social and environmental wellbeing.
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MEPs ready to negotiate first-ever rules for safe and transparent AI
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https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20230609IPR96212/meps-ready-to-negotiate-first-ever-rules-for-safe-and-transparent-ai
On Wednesday, the European Parliament adopted its negotiating position on the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act with 499 votes in favour, 28 against and 93 abstentions ahead of talks with EU member states on the final shape of the law. The rules would ensure that AI developed and used in Europe is fully in line with EU rights and values including human oversight, safety, privacy, transparency, non-discrimination and social and environmental wellbeing.
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AI Act enters final phase of EU legislative process
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https://www.euractiv.com/section/artificial-intelligence/news/ai-act-enters-final-phase-of-eu-legislative-process/
The European Parliament adopted its position on the AI rulebook with an overwhelming majority on Wednesday (14 June), paving the way for the interinstitutional negotiations set to finalise the worldโs first comprehensive law on Artificial Intelligence.
The AI Act is a flagship initiative to regulate this disruptive technology based on its capacity to cause harm. It follows a risk-based approach, banning AI applications that pose an unacceptable risk and imposing a strict regime for high-risk use cases.
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AI Act enters final phase of EU legislative process
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https://www.euractiv.com/section/artificial-intelligence/news/ai-act-enters-final-phase-of-eu-legislative-process/
The European Parliament adopted its position on the AI rulebook with an overwhelming majority on Wednesday (14 June), paving the way for the interinstitutional negotiations set to finalise the worldโs first comprehensive law on Artificial Intelligence.
The AI Act is a flagship initiative to regulate this disruptive technology based on its capacity to cause harm. It follows a risk-based approach, banning AI applications that pose an unacceptable risk and imposing a strict regime for high-risk use cases.
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Nigeria currently has 10, 000 data protection experts but needs 500, 000 of them โ NDPB
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https://nairametrics.com/2023/02/01/nigeria-needs-500000-data-protection-experts-currently-has-10000-ndpb/
The Nigeria Data Protection Bureau (NDPB) said that it has identified a wide gap in the countryโs data protection needs.
According to the Bureau, Nigeria needs over 500,000 data processors and controllers but currently has about 10,000.
The National Commissioner of the NDPB, Dr Vincent Olatunji, who disclosed during a capacity-building workshop for data protection officers in the public sector, said the 490,000 jobs gaps have to be filled urgently.
Nigeria currently has 10, 000 data protection experts but needs 500, 000 of them โ NDPB
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https://nairametrics.com/2023/02/01/nigeria-needs-500000-data-protection-experts-currently-has-10000-ndpb/
The Nigeria Data Protection Bureau (NDPB) said that it has identified a wide gap in the countryโs data protection needs.
According to the Bureau, Nigeria needs over 500,000 data processors and controllers but currently has about 10,000.
The National Commissioner of the NDPB, Dr Vincent Olatunji, who disclosed during a capacity-building workshop for data protection officers in the public sector, said the 490,000 jobs gaps have to be filled urgently.
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New AI classifier for indicating AI-written text
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https://openai.com/blog/new-ai-classifier-for-indicating-ai-written-text/
Weโre launching a classifier trained to distinguish between AI-written and human-written text.
New AI classifier for indicating AI-written text
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https://openai.com/blog/new-ai-classifier-for-indicating-ai-written-text/
Weโre launching a classifier trained to distinguish between AI-written and human-written text.
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Digital Services Act: Commission launches public consultation transparency database of content moderation decisions
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https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/news/digital-services-act-commission-launches-public-consultation-transparency-database-content?pk_source=ec_newsroom&pk_medium=email&pk_campaign=Shaping%20Europe%E2%80%99s%20Digital%20Future
Today, the European Commission launched a public consultation on the Digital Services Act (DSA) Transparency Database.
Article 24(5) of the DSA establishes that the Commission must set up and maintain a database of statements from online platforms concerning reasons for removal of information and other content moderation decisions.
Once the database is created, platforms will be asked to submit their statements without undue delay after taking a decision, allowing for almost real-time updates. This content will be public and provide insights into the fight against illegal content online.
The public consultation aims to gather information on how to implement this obligation. This includes what information should be collected, and methods for submitting statements and accessing the database. The consultation is composed of a set of questions and software code, which implements a draft version of this database.
The Commission invites providers of online platforms, civil society organisations, researchers and others to submit feedback until 17 July.
Digital Services Act: Commission launches public consultation transparency database of content moderation decisions
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https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/news/digital-services-act-commission-launches-public-consultation-transparency-database-content?pk_source=ec_newsroom&pk_medium=email&pk_campaign=Shaping%20Europe%E2%80%99s%20Digital%20Future
Today, the European Commission launched a public consultation on the Digital Services Act (DSA) Transparency Database.
Article 24(5) of the DSA establishes that the Commission must set up and maintain a database of statements from online platforms concerning reasons for removal of information and other content moderation decisions.
Once the database is created, platforms will be asked to submit their statements without undue delay after taking a decision, allowing for almost real-time updates. This content will be public and provide insights into the fight against illegal content online.
The public consultation aims to gather information on how to implement this obligation. This includes what information should be collected, and methods for submitting statements and accessing the database. The consultation is composed of a set of questions and software code, which implements a draft version of this database.
The Commission invites providers of online platforms, civil society organisations, researchers and others to submit feedback until 17 July.
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EDPB adopts template complaint form and a final version of Recommendations on the application for approval and on the elements and principles to be found in Controller BCRs
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https://edpb.europa.eu/news/news/2023/edpb-adopts-template-complaint-form-and-final-version-recommendations-application_en
Brussels, 21 June - During its latest plenary, the EDPB has adopted a template complaint form to facilitate the submission of complaints by individuals and the subsequent handling of complaints by Data Protection Authorities (DPAs) in cross-border cases.
EDPB Chair, Anu Talus said: โThe template is one of the commitments the EDPB Members made during their high-level meeting of April 2022 in Vienna to boost enforcement cooperation among DPAs. It will facilitate the cross-border exchange of information regarding complaints between DPAs and will help DPAs save time and resolve cross-border cases more efficiently."
The template takes into account existing differences between national laws and practices. DPAs will use it on a voluntary basis and can adapt it to their respective national requirements.
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EDPB adopts template complaint form and a final version of Recommendations on the application for approval and on the elements and principles to be found in Controller BCRs
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https://edpb.europa.eu/news/news/2023/edpb-adopts-template-complaint-form-and-final-version-recommendations-application_en
Brussels, 21 June - During its latest plenary, the EDPB has adopted a template complaint form to facilitate the submission of complaints by individuals and the subsequent handling of complaints by Data Protection Authorities (DPAs) in cross-border cases.
EDPB Chair, Anu Talus said: โThe template is one of the commitments the EDPB Members made during their high-level meeting of April 2022 in Vienna to boost enforcement cooperation among DPAs. It will facilitate the cross-border exchange of information regarding complaints between DPAs and will help DPAs save time and resolve cross-border cases more efficiently."
The template takes into account existing differences between national laws and practices. DPAs will use it on a voluntary basis and can adapt it to their respective national requirements.
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Nigeria currently has 10, 000 data protection experts but needs 500, 000 of them โ NDPB
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https://nairametrics.com/2023/02/01/nigeria-needs-500000-data-protection-experts-currently-has-10000-ndpb/
The Nigeria Data Protection Bureau (NDPB) said that it has identified a wide gap in the countryโs data protection needs.
According to the Bureau, Nigeria needs over 500,000 data processors and controllers but currently has about 10,000.
The National Commissioner of the NDPB, Dr Vincent Olatunji, who disclosed during a capacity-building workshop for data protection officers in the public sector, said the 490,000 jobs gaps have to be filled urgently.
Nigeria currently has 10, 000 data protection experts but needs 500, 000 of them โ NDPB
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https://nairametrics.com/2023/02/01/nigeria-needs-500000-data-protection-experts-currently-has-10000-ndpb/
The Nigeria Data Protection Bureau (NDPB) said that it has identified a wide gap in the countryโs data protection needs.
According to the Bureau, Nigeria needs over 500,000 data processors and controllers but currently has about 10,000.
The National Commissioner of the NDPB, Dr Vincent Olatunji, who disclosed during a capacity-building workshop for data protection officers in the public sector, said the 490,000 jobs gaps have to be filled urgently.
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New AI classifier for indicating AI-written text
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https://openai.com/blog/new-ai-classifier-for-indicating-ai-written-text/
Weโre launching a classifier trained to distinguish between AI-written and human-written text.
New AI classifier for indicating AI-written text
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https://openai.com/blog/new-ai-classifier-for-indicating-ai-written-text/
Weโre launching a classifier trained to distinguish between AI-written and human-written text.
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Data Act: Commission welcomes political agreement on rules for a fair and innovative data economy
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https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/IP_23_3491
The Commission welcomes the political agreement reached today between the European Parliament and the Council of the EU, on the European Data Act, proposed by the Commission in February 2022.
Today, the Internet of Things (IoT) revolution fuels exponential growth with projected data volume set to skyrocket in the coming years. A significant amount of industrial data remains unused and brimming with unrealised possibilities.
The Data Act aims to boost the EUโs data economy by unlocking industrial data, optimising its accessibility and use, and fostering a competitive and reliable European cloud market. It seeks to ensure that the benefits of the digital revolution are shared by everyone.
Concretely, the Data Act includes:
* Measures that enable users of connected devices to access the data generated by these devices and by services related to these devices. Users will be able to share such data with third parties, boosting aftermarket services and innovation. Simultaneously, manufacturers remain incentivised to invest in high-quality data generation while their trade secrets remain protected.
* Measures to provide protection from unfair contractual terms that are unilaterally imposed. These aim to safeguard EU companies from unjust agreements, fostering fair negotiations and enabling SMEs to participate more confidently in the digital marketplace.
* Mechanisms for public sector bodies to access and use data held by the private sector in cases of public emergencies such as floods and wildfires, or when implementing a legal mandate where the required data is not readily available through other means.
* New rules that grant customers the freedom to switch between various cloud data-processing service providers. These rules aim to promote competition and choice in the market while preventing vendor lock-in. Additionally, the Data Act includes safeguards against unlawful data transfers, ensuring a more reliable and secure data-processing environment.
* Measures to promote the development of interoperability standards for data-sharing and data processing, in line with the EU Standardisation Strategy.
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Data Act: Commission welcomes political agreement on rules for a fair and innovative data economy
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https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/IP_23_3491
The Commission welcomes the political agreement reached today between the European Parliament and the Council of the EU, on the European Data Act, proposed by the Commission in February 2022.
Today, the Internet of Things (IoT) revolution fuels exponential growth with projected data volume set to skyrocket in the coming years. A significant amount of industrial data remains unused and brimming with unrealised possibilities.
The Data Act aims to boost the EUโs data economy by unlocking industrial data, optimising its accessibility and use, and fostering a competitive and reliable European cloud market. It seeks to ensure that the benefits of the digital revolution are shared by everyone.
Concretely, the Data Act includes:
* Measures that enable users of connected devices to access the data generated by these devices and by services related to these devices. Users will be able to share such data with third parties, boosting aftermarket services and innovation. Simultaneously, manufacturers remain incentivised to invest in high-quality data generation while their trade secrets remain protected.
* Measures to provide protection from unfair contractual terms that are unilaterally imposed. These aim to safeguard EU companies from unjust agreements, fostering fair negotiations and enabling SMEs to participate more confidently in the digital marketplace.
* Mechanisms for public sector bodies to access and use data held by the private sector in cases of public emergencies such as floods and wildfires, or when implementing a legal mandate where the required data is not readily available through other means.
* New rules that grant customers the freedom to switch between various cloud data-processing service providers. These rules aim to promote competition and choice in the market while preventing vendor lock-in. Additionally, the Data Act includes safeguards against unlawful data transfers, ensuring a more reliable and secure data-processing environment.
* Measures to promote the development of interoperability standards for data-sharing and data processing, in line with the EU Standardisation Strategy.
Next Steps
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Data Act: EU institutions finalise agreement on industrial data law
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https://www.euractiv.com/section/data-privacy/news/data-act-eu-institutions-finalise-agreement-on-industrial-data-law/
EU policymakers reached a political agreement on the Data Act in the late hours of Tuesday (27 June).
The Data Act is a landmark legislation meant to remove barriers to the circulation of non-personal data by regulating the rights and obligations of all economic actors involved in producing and consuming Internet of Things products โ connected devices capable of collecting and sharing data.
With Tuesdayโs agreement, the EU Council, Parliament and Commission bridged their differences on the most important aspects of the data law that is now set for formal adoptions as the text is fine-tuned at the technical level in the coming days.
โThe Data Act will ensure that industrial data is shared, stored and processed in full respect of European rules. It will create a thriving data economy that is innovative and open, but on our European conditions,โ EU Commissioner Thierry Breton said.
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Data Act: EU institutions finalise agreement on industrial data law
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https://www.euractiv.com/section/data-privacy/news/data-act-eu-institutions-finalise-agreement-on-industrial-data-law/
EU policymakers reached a political agreement on the Data Act in the late hours of Tuesday (27 June).
The Data Act is a landmark legislation meant to remove barriers to the circulation of non-personal data by regulating the rights and obligations of all economic actors involved in producing and consuming Internet of Things products โ connected devices capable of collecting and sharing data.
With Tuesdayโs agreement, the EU Council, Parliament and Commission bridged their differences on the most important aspects of the data law that is now set for formal adoptions as the text is fine-tuned at the technical level in the coming days.
โThe Data Act will ensure that industrial data is shared, stored and processed in full respect of European rules. It will create a thriving data economy that is innovative and open, but on our European conditions,โ EU Commissioner Thierry Breton said.
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Europeโs new data law, explained
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https://www.politico.eu/article/europe-new-data-act-explained/?
Industrial manufacturers in Europe sense the opportunity of big data โ but Brussels is about to change the rules on how to tap into it.
European Union legislators struck a deal Tuesday evening on a landmark bill that aims to regulate who can access and share data generated by connected machines and devices, both on the work floor and at home.
The new law is a response to the untapped potential of industrial data in Europe, as 80 percent of machine or device-generated data is never used. The slow pace of its data economy is a threat to Europeโs industrial base โ where the Continent still holds considerable sway โ and data will be key for the deployment of artificial intelligence technologies in coming years.
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Europeโs new data law, explained
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https://www.politico.eu/article/europe-new-data-act-explained/?
Industrial manufacturers in Europe sense the opportunity of big data โ but Brussels is about to change the rules on how to tap into it.
European Union legislators struck a deal Tuesday evening on a landmark bill that aims to regulate who can access and share data generated by connected machines and devices, both on the work floor and at home.
The new law is a response to the untapped potential of industrial data in Europe, as 80 percent of machine or device-generated data is never used. The slow pace of its data economy is a threat to Europeโs industrial base โ where the Continent still holds considerable sway โ and data will be key for the deployment of artificial intelligence technologies in coming years.
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Privacy fears dominate launch of digital euro plan
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https://www.politico.eu/article/privacy-dominate-launch-digital-euro-plan/?
BRUSSELS โ When the European Commission unveiled draft legislation paving the way for a digital version of the euro, its jitters over how to allay privacy concerns were only too apparent.
โThis is not a Big Brother project,โ Finance Commissioner Mairead McGuinness told reporters on Wednesday after presenting what, if it becomes a reality, will be a virtual extension of euro banknotes and coins and which will settle payments across the eurozone in seconds.
Supporters say the digital euro goes beyond providing a public good and will ensure the currency and European Central Bank remain relevant in a digital economy, where cryptocurrencies circulate and big tech companies dream of printing their own money.
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Privacy fears dominate launch of digital euro plan
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https://www.politico.eu/article/privacy-dominate-launch-digital-euro-plan/?
BRUSSELS โ When the European Commission unveiled draft legislation paving the way for a digital version of the euro, its jitters over how to allay privacy concerns were only too apparent.
โThis is not a Big Brother project,โ Finance Commissioner Mairead McGuinness told reporters on Wednesday after presenting what, if it becomes a reality, will be a virtual extension of euro banknotes and coins and which will settle payments across the eurozone in seconds.
Supporters say the digital euro goes beyond providing a public good and will ensure the currency and European Central Bank remain relevant in a digital economy, where cryptocurrencies circulate and big tech companies dream of printing their own money.
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Nigeria: President Bola Tinubu signs the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 into law
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https://dataprotection.africa/nigeria-president-bola-tinubu-signs-the-nigeria-data-protection-act-2023-into-law/
On 14 June 2023, President Bola Tinubu signed the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023 into law, with the aim of addressing the critical need for data protection in the country.
In recent years, Nigeria has been criticised for failing to pass a data protection law while many other African countries have successfully done so. Instead, the country previously relied on the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation, 2019 (NDPR), released by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), which has now been replaced by the Data Protection Act. Several sections of the Act focus on the safeguards required during the processing of personal information. Section 24 of the Act emphasises the principles governing the processing of personal data and mandates data controllers and processors to collect data lawfully and process it securely. Section 25 provides the lawful basis for personal data processing, requiring the consent of the data subject for specific purposes. The legislation further outlines the rights of data subjects in sections 34 โ 37, ensuring that individuals have control over their personal information. The Act prohibits the cross-border transfer of personal data, except when legally permitted, and enhances accountability by mandating all data controllers and processors who are considered of โsignificant importanceโ to register with the regulatory authority within six months of the lawโs commencement.
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Nigeria: President Bola Tinubu signs the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 into law
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https://dataprotection.africa/nigeria-president-bola-tinubu-signs-the-nigeria-data-protection-act-2023-into-law/
On 14 June 2023, President Bola Tinubu signed the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023 into law, with the aim of addressing the critical need for data protection in the country.
In recent years, Nigeria has been criticised for failing to pass a data protection law while many other African countries have successfully done so. Instead, the country previously relied on the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation, 2019 (NDPR), released by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), which has now been replaced by the Data Protection Act. Several sections of the Act focus on the safeguards required during the processing of personal information. Section 24 of the Act emphasises the principles governing the processing of personal data and mandates data controllers and processors to collect data lawfully and process it securely. Section 25 provides the lawful basis for personal data processing, requiring the consent of the data subject for specific purposes. The legislation further outlines the rights of data subjects in sections 34 โ 37, ensuring that individuals have control over their personal information. The Act prohibits the cross-border transfer of personal data, except when legally permitted, and enhances accountability by mandating all data controllers and processors who are considered of โsignificant importanceโ to register with the regulatory authority within six months of the lawโs commencement.
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