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Navigating the EU AI Act’s Forbidden Zones: A Practical Guide

The EU AI Act is now partially in effect, with Article 5’s prohibitions on specific AI practices taking precedence. The European Commission has released clarifying guidelines, a crucial resource for anyone working in the field. This post highlights key takeaways from the 140-page document, offering a practical understanding of these restrictions. (This overview is for […]

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AI Literacy: A Critical Priority for Business Success under the EU AI Act

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, AI is becoming a cornerstone of business innovation, driving competitive advantage and operational efficiency. As organisations across sectors increasingly adopt AI, there is a growing need to understand and leverage the technology responsibly. AI literacy has thus shifted from a luxury to a necessity for companies striving for success […]

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Preparing for the EU AI Act: Why AI Literacy Is Essential for Compliance by 2025

The EU AI Act marks a significant shift in how organisations across Europe must handle AI systems, especially those classified as high-risk. A key provision of the Act requires companies to provide AI literacy training for employees, ensuring that AI technologies are used responsibly, safely and in compliance with regulatory standards.  However, many organisations may […]

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EU AI Act: A New Era of Responsibilities for Member States

In the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, the European Union has once again positioned itself at the forefront of regulation with the AI Act. This landmark legislation, which concluded its technical negotiations in January 2024, is set to reshape the AI landscape across the EU. As businesses, policymakers, and innovators grapple with the implications […]

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E150 ‘Building Ireland’s AI Future: Policy, Innovation and Public Trust’ with Minister Dara Calleary

Welcome to episode E150 of the AI Ireland podcast, the show that explores the applications and research of Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence on the island of Ireland. Our mission is to increase the use of AI for the benefit of our society, our competitiveness and everyone living in Ireland. Today’s guest is […]

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The EU AI Act: An Extensive Overview of Europe’s Groundbreaking AI Regulation

In an age where artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping our world, the European Union has taken a significant step forward with the introduction of the EU AI Act. This pioneering legislation aims to establish a unified regulatory framework for AI across the European Union, striking a balance between fostering innovation and safeguarding citizens’ rights and […]