ChatGPT Ban Lifted in Italy After Complying with Data Protection Demands
Interactive AI chatbot, ChatGPT, is back in Italy after complying with the country’s data protection agency, Garante’s privacy concerns, and implementing age-gating measures.
The Ban
On March 31, OpenAI’s ChatGPT was temporarily banned in Italy for allegedly violating the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) of the European Union. The ban came after a recent data breach suffered by ChatGPT on March 20.
Revocation of the Ban
After complying with the transparency demands made by the Italian regulator, ChatGPT’s ban was lifted on April 29, and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced that it was “available in Italy again.” The company had to reveal its data processing practices and implement age-gating measures, among other legal requirements.
Positive Move
While the ban initially raised concerns about a potential wave of AI regulations, the willingness of ChatGPT to comply with local authorities promptly is seen as a positive move by its global users.
New Bill to Monitor AI Developments
European Union legislators are working on a new bill to monitor AI developments. The bill aims to classify AI tools based on their perceived risk levels, ranging from minimal to unacceptable. High-risk tools will not be banned but subjected to stricter transparency requirements. If the bill becomes law, generative AI tools, including ChatGPT and Midjourney, will have to disclose their use of copyrighted materials in AI training.
Conclusion
ChatGPT’s swift response to comply with local authorities in Italy is a positive sign for AI companies worldwide. The EU’s new bill to monitor AI developments aims to ensure transparency and accountability, mitigating privacy and security risks.
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