UAE's AI-Powered Lawmaking, OpenAI's EU Regulation Plea, Nvidia's Export Licensing - AI Policy Brief #14

Hi there, Welcome to this week's edition of the AI Policy Brief, your go-to source for the latest updates on AI regulations, safety standards, and government policies worldwide. This week, we're covering a range of significant developments. In the international arena, the UAE has introduced an AI-powered system for lawmaking, aiming to streamline legislative processes. Meanwhile, OpenAI is urging the EU to simplify its AI regulations, highlighting the need for more straightforward compliance pathways. On the safety front, OpenAI has launched new versions of its ChatGPT models, which now include photo location search capabilities. Additionally, Apple is set to enhance its AI models using both user and synthetic data. In defense and security, SentinelOne has identified a new threat, AkiraBot, targeting websites with AI. Stay informed as we delve into these stories and more, providing you with the insights you need to navigate the evolving AI landscape.

UAE Cabinet has approved an AI-powered system to enhance legislative efficiency by 70%. AlphaSense reports disruptions in the semiconductor industry from proposed tariffs affecting tech companies. OpenAI urges the EU to simplify AI regulations to foster innovation. Nvidia H20 chip exports to China now require a U.S. license, impacting potential revenue.

BigID has launched a new AI Privacy Risk Posture Management platform aimed at helping organizations manage data privacy risks throughout the AI lifecycle, ensuring compliance with regulations such as the EU AI Act and U.S. state laws. MineOS has introduced the MineOS AI Agent, an AI-powered assistant to automate Records of Process Activities, detect data risks, and provide privacy insights, aiding compliance with GDPR and CCPA.

SentinelOne has identified AkiraBot, a generative AI bot affecting over 80,000 small- to medium-sized company websites by bypassing spam filters. Cato Networks launched AI security controls for its Cato CASB, including a shadow AI dashboard to manage unauthorized generative AI risks.

Geoff Ralston has launched the Safe Artificial Intelligence Fund to support AI safety startups, while Figma has issued a cease-and-desist to Lovable over trademark use. OpenGov introduced AI tools for government efficiency, and viAct secured $7.3 million for AI safety solutions.

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT o3 and o4-mini with photo location search capabilities, while experts critique Google's AI model report for lacking safety details. Apple plans to enhance AI models using user and synthetic data, and Alex Palcuie joins Anthropic to boost AI reliability.