Artificial general intelligence (AGI) has the potential to revolutionize science and technology, but responsible management is crucial to ensure that it aligns with human values and does not harm human interests. AI alignment focuses on the internal workings of AI systems, while AI governance focuses on the broader regulatory and policy framework governing AI’s integration into society. Misalignment can bring various risks, including safety, ethical, economic, employment, and security risks. Several approaches to AI alignment address different aspects of the problem, with varying degrees of effectiveness and scalability. The major challenge of AI alignment is scalable alignment, which requires evolving methodologies to manage increasingly complex and capable AI systems while preserving human control and promoting their utilization for societal benefit.

Regulatory frameworks for AI technology are rapidly developing in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, with the market projected to grow significantly, reaching $356.13 billion by 2029. Many countries in the APAC region have introduced guidelines and laws to govern AI. These include legislative efforts to regulate AI use in the Philippines, Thailand, and South Korea. Additionally, many countries have adopted voluntary principles and guidelines to promote ethical AI use, such as Japan's Governance Guidelines for AI and Australia's AI Ethics Principles. Across the region, a shared commitment to responsible AI use is evident, whether through binding legislation or non-binding guidelines. Compliance with these regulations can be challenging, and businesses are encouraged to explore solutions like Holistic AI to navigate the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

The EU AI Act will soon come into effect, and it is important for entities to understand whether they are within the scope of the law and how it applies to them. The first step is to determine if their AI system falls under the definitions and prohibitions given under the Act. They must also determine their role in the market, their geographical scope, and take note of the key enforcement dates. Compliance is crucial as non-compliance may result in harsh penalties. Holistic AI's expert team can support businesses in achieving compliance.

Recent legal developments have highlighted critical questions regarding fairness, accountability, and the protection of rights in the digital age, specifically in relation to AI. This has led to an explosion of laws and regulations being introduced globally to tackle the challenges posed by AI. The blog highlights key developments in the US, including legal actions in AI, navigating the era of deepfakes, and recent AI US legislation and regulations across sectors. The blog also covers advancements in AI governance in Europe and the Asia-Pacific region, emphasizing a shared commitment to harnessing AI's potential while managing associated risks.

The Republic of Korea and the United Kingdom hosted the AI Seoul Summit in May 2024, building on the momentum of the UK's AI Safety Summit in 2023. The summit brought together global leaders from government, industry, academia, and civil society to explore cooperation on AI safety, innovation, and inclusivity. The summit resulted in the Seoul Declaration, Seoul Statement of Intent, and Seoul Ministerial Statement, which emphasized the importance of international collaboration and cooperation on AI safety. The summit also led to the establishment of new AI safety institutes and Frontier AI Security Commitments signed by 16 global AI technology companies. A third AI summit is scheduled for Paris in early 2025.