Regulation

Peru's AI strategy stalled after 2021 draft. Data protection law provides some safeguards. Algorithmic transparency remains a challenge. Facial recognition raises concerns.

India has set an ambitious goal to become a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) by 2045. The government has initiated multiple strategies to address research, development, innovation, governance, standards setting, and accountability of AI. Key initiatives include the Ministry of Commerce's Task Force on Artificial Intelligence, NITI

Ghana drafting AI strategy, aligning with African initiatives. Concerns over facial recognition, biometrics use. Data protection law needs updating for AI era.

Iran developing AI roadmap but lacks data protection laws. AI use in surveillance and military raises ethical concerns. Internet freedom sharply declined.

Israel's AI policy favours soft regulation. Concerns over military AI use and surveillance. Data protection framework in place, but transparency issues persist.

Italy aligns AI strategy with EU approach. Strong data protection laws in place. Facial recognition restricted. Challenges in balancing innovation and ethics.

Lithuania's AI strategy prioritises ethics, transparency, and fairness. A 2022 action plan aims to boost AI development and use, but public engagement remains limited.

Norway is making significant strides in the development and regulation of artificial intelligence (AI).

Nigeria drafting National AI Strategy with public input. Lacks comprehensive data protection law. Faces challenges in ethical AI implementation and human rights.

UK's AI strategy aims for leadership. Distributed regulation model. Public sector transparency standards. Facial recognition faces legal challenges. Active in global AI governance.

South Africa lacks dedicated AI strategy but addresses it in 4IR plans. The country leads regional efforts, emphasising ethics and human-centric approach.

Germany balances AI innovation with ethics, advocating for responsible development through national strategies, ethical guidelines, and international cooperation efforts.

Tech giants pledge to combat deceptive AI in 2024 elections, signing an accord with 8 commitments to protect democratic processes worldwide.