Governance, Standards & Ethics
AI development and use must balance innovation with ethical, legal, and regulatory considerations. Security, transparency, and trust are essential for responsible AI. Our experts keep you updated on regulatory developments and provide strategic guidance for compliance and responsible adoption.
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International:
EU Commission opens public discusson on draft guidelines of classification of high-risk AI systems
EU AI Act Developments: Key Political Agreement on the Digital Omnibus on AI, Implementation Timeline and Transparency Consultation
Date: 13 May 2026
Scope: EU
Date: 13 May 2026
Scope: EU
The first draft AI Act standard for public consultation: what prEN 18286 (Quality Management System for EU AI Act regulatory purposes) signals for providers, users and regulators
The EU seeks feedback on AI Act high-risk classification guidelines to help organisations assess compliance obligations.
Date: 26 May 2026
Scope: EU
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Date: 26 May 2026
Scope: EU
AI-Enabled Mass Surveillance in Africa: Privacy, Rights, and Regulatory Gaps
AI-powered surveillance is expanding across Africa, prompting growing concerns over privacy, human rights, transparency, and the need for stronger regulatory oversight.
Date: 02 Apr 2026
Scope: International
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Date: 02 Apr 2026
Scope: International
AI Regulation Scanner
Tracks global AI regulation across 40+ jurisdictions
Date: 17 Feb 2026
Scope: International
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Date: 17 Feb 2026
Scope: International
The EU Digital Omnibus
EU Digital Omnibus aligns digital regulations
Date: 22 Dec 2025
Scope: EU
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Date: 22 Dec 2025
Scope: EU
The first draft AI Act standard for public consultation: what prEN 18286 (Quality Management System for EU AI Act regulatory purposes) signals for providers, users and regulators
Draft standard supports AI Act lifecycle compliance
Date: 12 Dec 2025
Scope: EU
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Date: 12 Dec 2025
Scope: EU
There are around 2,000 AI market surveillance authorities in the EU
EU AI enforcement involves many authorities
Date: 12 Dec 2025
Scope: EU
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Date: 12 Dec 2025
Scope: EU
Could biological AI slip through the regulatory gap?
Biological AI may escape current regulation
Date: 02 Dec 2025
Scope: International, UK
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Date: 02 Dec 2025
Scope: International, UK
Europe turns the dial on AI
EU strengthens AI transparency and incident reporting
Date: 20 Nov 2025
Scope: EU
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Date: 20 Nov 2025
Scope: EU
Digital Omnibus on AI: Streamlining EU AI Regulation 2025
Digital Omnibus simplifies AI Act implementation
Date: 19 Nov 2025
Scope: EU
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Date: 19 Nov 2025
Scope: EU
CMS Expert Guide to autonomous vehicles law and regulation
AV rollout slowed by fragmented global regulation
Date:10 Sep 2025
Scope: International
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Date:10 Sep 2025
Scope: International
ISO/IEC 42005:2025 – A New Blueprint for Legal and Commercial Leaders Navigating AI Risk and Governance
ISO standard guides AI lifecycle risk management
Date: 03 Sep 2025
Scope: EU
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Date: 03 Sep 2025
Scope: EU
EU AI Act - Questions and Answers
Explains key EU AI Act compliance points
Date: 07 Jul 2025
Scope: EU
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Date: 07 Jul 2025
Scope: EU
AI meets ESG: the need for environmental awareness in adopting AI
AI environmental impact requires regulatory alignment
Date: 20 Jun 2025
Scope: International
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Date: 20 Jun 2025
Scope: International
"AI systems" within the meaning of the AI Act: Term and definition
AI Act broadly defines AI systems
Date: 18 Jun 2025
Scope: EU
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Date: 18 Jun 2025
Scope: EU
The European Commission stakeholder consultation on high-risk AI systems: A call also for life sciences and healthcare companies
Consultation shapes high-risk AI system regulation
Date: 12 Jun 2025
Scope: EU
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Date: 12 Jun 2025
Scope: EU
Guide to the EU AI ACT for businesses outside the EU
AI Act applies extraterritorially to global businesses
Date: 03 Apr 2025
Scope: International
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Date: 03 Apr 2025
Scope: International
The EU AI Act’s ten key points of AI literacy
AI literacy required under EU AI Act
Date: 18 Feb 2025
Scope: EU
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Date: 18 Feb 2025
Scope: EU
EU Commission issues Guidelines on Prohibited AI Practices – Part II.
Further EU guidance on banned AI practices
Date: 10 Feb 2025
Scope: EU
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Date: 10 Feb 2025
Scope: EU
EU Commission issues Guidelines on Prohibited AI Practices – Part I.
EU clarifies prohibited AI practices
Date: 07 Feb 2025
Scope: EU
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Date: 07 Feb 2025
Scope: EU
Compulsory or optional? AI literacy a central component of compliance with AI Act
Companies must implement structured AI literacy training
Date: 10 Dec 2024
Scope: EU
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Date: 10 Dec 2024
Scope: EU
The potential use of AI in public procurement processes in CEE
Workplace AI increases employer compliance obligations
Date: 18 Sep 2024
Scope: CEE
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Date: 18 Sep 2024
Scope: CEE
Local:
AI in advertising: Key aspects for advertisers in Sweden
Generative AI offers powerful marketing benefits, but advertisers remain legally accountable for accuracy, transparency, IP compliance, data protection, and AI governance under Swedish law and the EU AI Act
Date: 28 May 2026
Scope: Sweden
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Date: 28 May 2026
Scope: Sweden
High Court upholds Metropolitan Police's live facial recognition policy: what this means for the public and private sector
The High Court upheld the Metropolitan Police’s live facial recognition policy, highlighting the importance of clear governance, privacy safeguards, and human rights considerations in AI surveillance.
Date: 08 May 2026
Scope: UK
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Date: 08 May 2026
Scope: UK
China regulatory update: enforcement trends in the platform and digital economy
China has intensified regulation of platform and digital economy businesses, increasing enforcement on competition, e-commerce, consumer protection, AI promotions, food safety, and cross-border transactions.
Date: 30 Apr 2026
Scope: China
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Date: 30 Apr 2026
Scope: China
New telemarketing rules: what the CBUAE's latest regulation means for licensed financial institutions in the UAE
UAE introduces strict consent-based telemarketing rules.
Date: 22 Apr 2026
Scope: UAE
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Date: 22 Apr 2026
Scope: UAE
Artificial Intelligence in the workplace: Key considerations for employers
Workplace AI increases employer compliance obligations.
Date: 20 Apr 2026
Scope: Luxembourg
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Date: 20 Apr 2026
Scope: Luxembourg
Who pays when AI causes harm?
The UK Jurisdiction Taskforce is clarifying legal liability for AI harms, addressing responsibility, professional negligence, and AI-generated false statements under existing English law.
Date: 25 Mar 2026
Scope: UK
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Date: 25 Mar 2026
Scope: UK
London calling: OpenAI’s global expansion
OpenAI’s largest international research hub in London reinforces the UK’s AI leadership, driving innovation, investment, and new legal and regulatory considerations.
Date: 10 Mar 2026
Scope: UK
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Date: 10 Mar 2026
Scope: UK
Grok in deep trouble over deepfakes? What Ofcom’s recent investigation means for online platforms
Ofcom’s investigation into X’s Grok signals tougher enforcement of the Online Safety Act and increased scrutiny of AI-generated deepfakes and platform responsibility.
Date: 19 Feb 2026
Scope: UK
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Date: 19 Feb 2026
Scope: UK
UK weighs up tighter rules for AI chatbots amid child safety concerns
UK considers stricter AI chatbot regulation.
Date: 17 Dec 2025
Scope: UK
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Date: 17 Dec 2025
Scope: UK
When a fake photo stops the trains: Who pays for delays?
Fake AI content creates real-world disruption risks.
Date: 17 Dec 2025
Scope: UK
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Date: 17 Dec 2025
Scope: UK
Could biological AI slip through the regulatory gap?
Biological AI may escape current regulation.
Date: 02 Dec 2025
Scope: International, UK
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Date: 02 Dec 2025
Scope: International, UK
UK proposes new law to combat AI-generated Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM)
UK proposes laws against harmful AI content.
Date: 02 Dec 2025
Scope: UK
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Date: 02 Dec 2025
Scope: UK
Hungary implements institutional framework for EU AI Act
Hungary implements AI Act enforcement framework.
Date: 06 Nov 2025
Scope: Hungary
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Date: 06 Nov 2025
Scope: Hungary
AI in the 2025 coalition agreement: what can companies expect now?
Germany prioritises AI investment and competitiveness.
Date: 28 Apr 2025
Scope: Germany
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Date: 28 Apr 2025
Scope: Germany
EU Commission issues Guidelines on Prohibited AI Practices – Part II.
Further EU guidance on banned AI practices.
Date: 10 Feb 2025
Scope: EU, CEE
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Date: 10 Feb 2025
Scope: EU, CEE
EU Commission issues Guidelines on Prohibited AI Practices – Part I.
EU clarifies prohibited AI practices.
Date: 07 Feb 2025
Scope: EU, CEE
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Date: 07 Feb 2025
Scope: EU, CEE