Paris, France – February 4, 2025 – As the world gears up for the Paris AI Summit on February 10-11, a spotlight is being cast on the varying approaches to AI regulation across the globe. While countries like the United States and China have distinct frameworks, India stands out for having a personal data protection law but no specific regulations governing artificial intelligence.
India, co-hosting the summit, has been tackling issues related to AI through existing legislation on defamation, privacy, copyright infringement, and cybercrime. However, experts argue that a dedicated AI regulatory framework is essential to address the unique challenges posed by AI technologies.
In contrast, the United States currently operates in a “Wild West” scenario with no formal AI guidelines, relying on sector-specific regulations. China, on the other hand, is developing a formal law on generative AI, emphasizing respect for personal and business interests, and adherence to core socialist values1.
The European Union leads the way with its comprehensive “AI Act,” which bans high-risk AI applications like predictive policing based on profiling and biometric systems inferring personal attributes. This risk-based approach aims to balance innovation with robust protections for citizens1.
As the summit approaches, the global community is keen to see how India will navigate its AI regulatory landscape and what steps it will take to ensure ethical and safe AI development.