INDUSTRY VIEW
HOW FAR SHOULD AI BE REGULATED ?
MIGUEL SANHUEZA OLAVE , ACADEMIC , DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICITY , FACULTY OF ENGINEERING UTEM , CHILE
Miguel Sanhueza Olave , Academic , Department of Electricity , Faculty of Engineering UTEM , Chile , discusses the regulation of Artificial Intelligence .
The recent proposal by the European Parliament to regulate Artificial Intelligence ( AI ) marks a milestone in the protection of fundamental rights in the technological era . The initiative establishes clear limits for the use of such systems in the European Union ( EU ), prioritizing safety and respect for values .
The flexibility of its legal framework is noteworthy , adapting to future technologies and regulating both general AI models and biometric surveillance , crucial topics in today ’ s debates . The creation of an independent AI Office , advised by experts , promises to ensure transparency and ethics in its use .
The proposal bans biometric surveillance systems considered unacceptable , such as emotion recognition in work environments and categorization by beliefs or race . Moreover , it strictly limits the use of realtime surveillance in public spaces , restricting it to cases associated with criminal searches . Regarding Generative AI , the necessity of transparency is emphasized by indicating whether content has been generated by AI , thus ensuring clarity in its origin .
However , the proposal is not without challenges . Specific interests could hinder its compliance , especially in practices that invade individual rights .
The regulation indeed represents a step towards responsible AI regulations in Europe . It aims to establish fundamental rights without hindering innovation , proposing a balance between technological progress and the ethical preservation of society .
In any case , to ensure its effectiveness , overcoming challenges and guaranteeing strict compliance with its provisions will be crucial , always prioritizing the protection of individual rights in an ethical and secure technological environment . •
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