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On 28 February 2025, Japan’s Cabinet announced significant plans to introduce a Bill to promote research, development, and practical application of artificial intelligence technologies. The legislation focuses on transparency, protection of rights, and international cooperation.
California’s Assembly Bill 2885 introduces a comprehensive AI definition, impacting businesses and education. The law addresses ethical challenges in AI decision-making and supports integrating AI-driven tools into educational curricula and business professions.
California has implemented the Artificial Intelligence Bill (AB-2885), introducing a unified definition of artificial intelligence (AI) across its laws.
This change revises sections of the Business and Professions Code, Education Code, and Government Code, creating a foundation for state-level AI governance.
The Bill defines AI as an engineered or machine-based system with varying degrees of autonomy.
These systems process inputs to generate outputs that influence physical or virtual environments, either for explicit goals or inferred objectives.
By standardising this definition, California aims to create a consistent framework for understanding and managing AI across government operations, businesses, and education.
Assembly Bill 2885 introduces a clear framework for how artificial intelligence operates within California’s business sector.
The updated Business and Professions Code now provides a unified definition of AI, describing it as a machine-based system with varying autonomy levels.
This clarity is vital as businesses increasingly rely on AI for decision-making, streamlining operations, and enhancing customer experiences.
With the new provisions, companies employing AI must ensure compliance with ethical guidelines, particularly in high-risk areas like automated hiring systems and financial decision tools.
The Bill also addresses concerns surrounding technologies such as deepfakes, which have been criticised for their potential misuse in misleading media and fraud. By requiring transparency and accountability, the legislation ensures that businesses deploying AI maintain public trust while fostering innovation.
The revised Education Code under AB-2885 acknowledges the transformative potential of AI in academic environments.
California’s community colleges, which cater to diverse student populations, are now encouraged to implement AI-driven tools to improve learning outcomes.
Automated systems can personalise education by analysing student data to recommend tailored courses or identify areas where learners may need additional support.
Moreover, the legislation provides a legal basis for educational institutions to integrate AI research into their curricula. The inclusion of AI in programmes like behavioural sciences and data analysis prepares students for careers in emerging fields, equipping them with the skills necessary to excel in an AI-dominated world.
Government agencies are a critical focus of AB-2885. The updated Government Code, undertaken on 1 January 2025, mandates a detailed inventory of high-risk automated decision systems used by state agencies.
This inventory includes systems influencing decisions in housing, healthcare, and employment, ensuring they meet standards of transparency and fairness.
It also addresses the proliferation of deepfake technology, emphasising public verification measures and accountability.
On 28 February 2025, Japan’s Cabinet announced significant plans to introduce a Bill to promote research, development, and practical application of artificial intelligence technologies. The legislation focuses on transparency, protection of rights, and international cooperation.
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