The Information Commissioner’s Office has issued guidance stating that content generated by artificial intelligence in UK public bodies falls under freedom of information laws. This includes prompts used by staff along with the outputs produced.
The new rules mean government departments must consider requests for details on how they use tools such as ChatGPT. The guidance from the ICO makes clear that information created through AI for official work is covered by the Freedom of Information Act.
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A recent podcast episode raised concerns that the UK government’s growing use of AI tools in public services—and potentially in elements of legislative work—could increase security and sovereignty risks tied to overseas providers.
India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology proposed persistent labels for AI-generated content on social media in a notice issued on April 21. The move amends IT Rules to enhance oversight on user-generated news. Feedback is invited until May 7.
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The Japanese government announced on Friday it will establish a council of experts to discuss whether unauthorized use of sound data in AI-generated content emulating voice actors violates the Civil Code, amid advances in generative AI. The Justice Ministry panel will also address use of actors' images and present guidelines by July, as no legal precedent exists.
GCHQ has introduced a new AI system designed to detect cyber threats targeting critical sectors in the UK.
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A Utah congressman has proposed the first federal legislation aimed at restricting artificial intelligence in toys marketed to young children. The measure would prohibit the manufacture and sale of such products in the United States. It comes amid growing concerns over safety, privacy and developmental impacts.
A German court has ruled that Google is liable for incorrect information in its AI Overviews, issuing a temporary injunction against the company. The decision from the Regional Court of Munich marks the first time an AI firm has been held accountable for its tool's outputs in this way. The ruling stems from a case brought by two Munich-based publishers.
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Tim Berners-Lee presented his AI assistant Charlie during an event at SXSW London on Wednesday. The tool is designed to give users control over their personal data when interacting with large language models.