Andreea Lisievici

Google Halts Plans to Phase Out Third-Party Cookies

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Google has reversed its decision to phase out third-party cookies from its Chrome browser, opting instead to provide users with the option to block these cookies across their web browsing. This change, announced on 22 July 2024, is said to come after feedback from regulators and stakeholders, including the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority. Google says their new strategy aims to enhance user privacy while maintaining a vibrant ad-supported internet. However, concerns remain that this approach could still limit third-party advertising and shift ad spending towards Google’s search ads, raising potential antitrust issues.

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FCC Proposes New AI Disclosure Rules for Political Ads

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The FCC has introduced a proposal to standardize the disclosure of AI-generated content in political advertisements. This Notice of Proposed Rulemaking aims to bring uniformity to state laws regulating AI use in political campaigns. The proposal requires broadcasters, cable operators, Direct Broadcast Satellite (DBS) providers, and Satellite Digital Audio Radio Services (SDARS) licensees to disclose AI-generated content in political ads through on-air announcements and notices in political files. The initiative seeks to enhance transparency and help voters make informed decisions, amid concerns about AI-generated “deepfakes” misleading the public.

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NIST Released Guidance on Mitigating Generative AI Risks

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NIST has introduced the AI RMF Generative AI Profile (NIST AI 600-1), offering a framework to help organizations manage risks specific to generative AI. This profile identifies 12 unique risks, such as increased cybersecurity threats, the spread of misinformation, and “hallucinations” in AI outputs. The document details over 200 actions developers can implement to mitigate these risks, aligning with NIST’s AI RMF. It provides a comprehensive approach to addressing the potential harms of generative AI, ensuring safer and more responsible use.

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U.S. Department of State Releases Risk Management Profile for AI and Human Rights

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The U.S. Department of State has published the “Risk Management Profile for Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights” to guide organizations in AI design, development, and deployment with a focus on human rights. This Profile aims to bridge the gap between AI risk management and human rights considerations by integrating principles from the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology’s AI Risk Management Framework. It underscores the importance of international human rights in AI governance and provides actionable recommendations for organizations to follow throughout the AI lifecycle to ensure AI systems are used responsibly and ethically.

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Second GDPR Report Highlights Progress and Challenges

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The European Commission released its second report on the application of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Since the first report in 2020, the GDPR has significantly impacted individuals and businesses, with the EU introducing numerous initiatives to enhance digital transformation. The report highlights key achievements, including increased enforcement activities and cooperation among data protection authorities. However, it also identifies areas needing improvement, such as supporting SMEs, providing clearer guidance, and achieving consistent GDPR enforcement across the EU. Significant enforcement actions have led to fines totaling around EUR 4.2 billion.

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