Regulatory Updates

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Oman Data Protection Regulations 2024

In a significant move towards enhancing data protection compliance, Oman has introduced new regulations that promise to make it easier for businesses operating in Oman to navigate and align with the region’s legal framework. This post provides an analysis of [...]

By |2024-08-26T21:28:32+02:00February 19th, 2024|Categories: POPI and Data Protection|Tags: , |

EU AI Act compliance: Exploring the new frontier

The European Union's Artificial Intelligence Act (EU AI Act) marks a significant stride into previously uncharted territory, navigating the intricate landscape of AI regulation. This landmark piece of legislation seeks to harmonise the pace of AI innovations with ethical standards, [...]

By |2024-02-28T21:46:43+02:00February 5th, 2024|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: , |

EU-US Data Privacy Framework

Navigating the EU-US Data Privacy Framework (DPF) is like mastering a new language in the world of international data transfers. This critical framework, emerging as the successor to the Safe Harbor and Privacy Shield frameworks, is pivotal in facilitating trans-Atlantic [...]

By |2024-03-01T14:46:06+02:00January 25th, 2024|Categories: POPI and Data Protection|Tags: , , , |

EU AI Act post-agreement: Navigating the next steps

As the curtains draw on the intense negotiations over the EU AI Act, a new 'post-agreement' dawn breaks in artificial intelligence regulation. The Act, far from being a mere legislative text, represents a strategic move in the complex world of [...]

By |2024-02-28T21:56:54+02:00January 9th, 2024|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: , |

ISO/IEC 42001:2023: AI management system

ISO/IEC 42001:2023 is a comprehensive standard focused on managing AI systems within your organisation. This standard is crucial as it provides a structured approach to managing the unique challenges and risks associated with AI technologies. This post helps you: Understand [...]

By |2024-08-26T21:40:33+02:00December 18th, 2023|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: , , |

Gramm–Leach–Bliley Act: A practical guide for financial institutions

In a world where financial information is invaluable, understanding and complying with the Gramm–Leach–Bliley Act (GLBA) is crucial for financial institutions. This guide will walk you through the essential aspects of the GLBA, helping you ensure your institution is both [...]

By |2024-08-26T21:43:20+02:00December 11th, 2023|Categories: POPI and Data Protection|Tags: , |

Biden executive order on artificial intelligence

On 30 October, President Joe Biden issued a comprehensive executive order on artificial intelligence (AI). The executive order marks a significant step towards addressing the challenges and leveraging the benefits of this rapidly evolving technology. The executive order prioritises standards [...]

By |2024-03-01T14:31:23+02:00November 8th, 2023|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: , , |

AI Bill of Rights | Overview and summary

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy released a Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights. It is the first of it's kind. They also provide a handbook to accompany the principles in the AI Bill of [...]

By |2024-02-28T22:18:23+02:00August 14th, 2023|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: , , |

ISO publishes guidance on AI risk management

ISO's guidance on AI risk management introduces a common framework relating to the implementation and use of AI systems. Risk management allows organisations to identify and evaluate risks using resources. The guidance applies to organisations that produce, develop, use, or [...]

By |2024-02-28T22:41:22+02:00March 27th, 2023|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: , , |

Webinar | Interacting with the Information Regulator

Responsible parties in South Africa should work with (not against) the Information Regulator. To support this, we at Michalsons have arranged a public webinar with the regulator. Join us to learn how and get answers to your questions.  The regulator [...]

Webinar | Knowing the different notices the information regulator can issue

The information regulator has a dual mandate to enforce the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA). These Acts allow for the regulator to issue certain notices to help them monitor and [...]

ISO/IEC TR 24368:2022 AI’s ethical & societal concerns

Have you ever wondered whether AI might have ethical and societal consequences? Well, you’re not alone. Many people have. In fact, ISO and IEC recently released a technical report on AI’s ethical and societal concerns. It’s called ISO/IEC TR 24368:2022. [...]

By |2024-08-14T13:16:02+02:00August 23rd, 2022|Categories: AI Governance|Tags: , , |