“ChinAI #262: Expert Draft AI Law Changelog” by Jeffrey Ding
Apr 22, 2024
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Exploring the evolving draft AI law in China, including the creation of CAI, structured oversight, safety assessments, tax incentives. Implications of the law on governance, role of AI Ethics Committee, updates on Castraft versions and GW China Conference.
The draft AI law in China proposes a strict oversight system with a negative list and shared liability for developers.
The law's impact on domestic governance includes potential shifts in authority and parallels with the EU AI Act.
Deep dives
Overview of Draft AI Law Versions
The podcast episode discusses the evolution of the draft AI law in China from version 1.0 to 2.0, highlighting key changes and provisions. The law proposes the establishment of a China administration of AI to lead AI regulation with a categorized oversight system for developers and providers. Notable features include the introduction of a negative list for stringent oversight, obligations for model developers, and a system of shared liability for tort, with exemptions for compliant parties. Additionally, the law offers flexibility in implementation and incentives such as tax credits for AI safety efforts.
Impact on Governance Arrangements
The podcast episode also delves into the impact of the draft AI law on domestic governance arrangements in China. It discusses potential shifts in authority, such as moving the algorithm registry supervision to the new CAI. The law introduces an Ethics Committee within CAI, raising questions about its role compared to existing AI ethics committees. Furthermore, the updates in the law parallel aspects of the EU AI Act, reflecting potential extraterritorial influence and adjustments in governance dynamics within China.
These are Jeff Ding's (sometimes) weekly translations of Chinese-language musings on AI and related topics. Jeff is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at George Washington University.
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