Japan’s new AI laws promote R&D, safeguarding the public
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Homepage > News > Business > Japan’s new AI laws promote R&D, safeguarding the public The Japanese parliament’s upper house has passed a bill to promote research and development (R&D) in artificial intelligence (AI). The law aims to keep Japan at the forefront of the technology, considers the wider impact of AI on society and the economy, and gives the government new powers to investigate firms in the AI industry. The bill passed the House of Councillors this week with backing from the governing coalition and most major opposition parties, signaling broad support for the move. It had already passed the House of Representatives with similar support in April, guaranteeing its passage into official law. One of its provisions is the formation of a “strategic headquarters” that includes the prime minister and the entire Cabinet to create a basic plan to advance AI R&D along with its potential applications. Local media reports have focused more on how the government will deal with risks associated with widespread AI use rather than the R&D aspects. This reflects the growing awareness of AI in the mainstream, as more members of the general public have personal experience with generative AI tools. One concern is that AI may “facilitate crimes, leak personal information, and violate copyrights.” False or incorrect information generated by AI tools could also have negative impacts. Under the new law, the government may disclose the names of companies it considers “malicious” if an AI-related crime is committed. If a reported incident is serious enough, the government can launch official investigations into companies or groups involved. Based on its findings from these potential investigations, it may instruct or advise business operators related to the matter, release information to the public, and take “other necessary actions.” AI has been on the Japanese government’s radar for some time. A decade ago, it…
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