AI Governance

AI governance refers to the process of governing AI systems in organisations. Read our insights, regulatory updates, judgment summaries, enforcement action (including fines and notes) summaries, AI case studies or authority guidance.

Generative AI acceptable use policy

Generative AI technologies such as OpenAI's ChatGPT, Anthropic's Claude and Google's Gemini are increasingly becoming part of the business world, presenting significant opportunities and risks. These technologies are a double-edged sword: they can dramatically boost productivity and innovation while raising [...]

By |2025-01-31T15:22:59+02:00May 14th, 2024|Categories: AI Governance|
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Practical applications of AI for SMEs

AI isn't just for tech giants anymore. Today, SMEs  can leverage the power of AI to automate tasks, personalise marketing, and optimise operations, all without breaking the bank. Benefits of AI for SMEs? AI can transform your business across various [...]

By |2024-04-23T14:16:45+02:00April 23rd, 2024|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: , , |
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Demystifying AI for SMEs: What it is and why it matters

In today’s rapidly changing digital world, AI stands out as a pivotal innovation, driving efficiency and offering a competitive edge. Integrating AI can appear overwhelming for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Yet it’s essential for unlocking new potential. This post [...]

By |2024-08-21T14:12:57+02:00April 11th, 2024|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: |
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South Africa’s National AI Plan

South Africa stands on the cusp of a digital renaissance by unveiling its ambitious draft national AI plan at the National AI Government Summit. Spearheaded by the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT), this plan outlines a roadmap for [...]

By |2024-08-20T16:52:04+02:00April 8th, 2024|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: , , , |
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EU AI regulation today

In the digital age, the rapid evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has presented unique challenges and opportunities, prompting a critical examination of its regulatory environment. The European Union (EU), a pioneer in digital regulation, has embarked on a comprehensive journey [...]

By |2024-04-04T17:51:23+02:00April 4th, 2024|Categories: AI Governance, POPI and Data Protection|Tags: |
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Who is responsible for AI compliance under the EU AI Act?

Asking who is responsible for AI compliance is like asking who should hold the umbrella in a thunderstorm. Everyone wants to stay dry, but no one wants to stick their hand up and risk the lightning. The reality is, though, [...]

By |2025-06-18T15:56:17+02:00March 22nd, 2024|Categories: AI Governance, IT Law|Tags: , , , |
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How does the EU AI Act impact organisations outside the EU?

As companies tap into artificial intelligence (AI) to reach new heights, grasping the implications of the EU AI Act is crucial. How does the EU AI Act impact organisations outside the EU? The EU's Artificial Intelligence Act marks a significant [...]

By |2024-03-17T20:16:42+02:00March 17th, 2024|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: , |
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Documenting AI assessments under the EU AI Act

Documenting AI assessments under the EU AI Act involves a structured approach to recording your evaluation and compliance efforts related to AI systems, especially those the Act classifies as high-risk. In fact, documentation demonstrates compliance with regulatory requirements, enhances transparency [...]

By |2024-08-26T21:28:12+02:00March 15th, 2024|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: |
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How does the EU AI Act impact my organisation?

Understanding the EU AI Act's impact and ensuring your business follows its rules is like learning origami. You must do each step carefully, turning something simple into something complex and beautiful. As we move past the first steps of these [...]

By |2024-03-17T19:27:35+02:00March 15th, 2024|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: , , , |
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Makunga v Barlequins Beleggings t/a Indigo Spur | AI in court proceedings

Makunga sued Barlequins Beleggings t/a Indigo Spur for damages arising from a breach of contract. This is a good example of AI in court proceedings. Makunga represented himself and successfully used generative AI and Google to draft his heads of [...]

By |2024-03-15T09:00:36+02:00March 14th, 2024|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: , , , , , , |
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Tanzanian judiciary introduces AI for enhanced efficiency

In an ambitious and unprecedented move towards modernising its judicial processes, the Tanzanian judiciary has introduced AI into its transcriptions and translations system. Chief Justice Prof Ibrahim Hamis Juma announced this development during the Law Week commemoration event at Chinangali [...]

By |2024-08-26T22:03:45+02:00March 8th, 2024|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: , , |
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