AI Legal Lens with AST Hampsons - Legal Challenges and Ambiguities in AI Use Under English Law

Posted on 8 Jan 2025

Legal Challenges and Ambiguities in AI Use Under English Law

International Dimensions and Global Harmonisation

While existing laws provide foundational AI regulation, technological advancements often outpace legislative updates. Ambiguities in applying laws to AI tools present challenges for compliance. The absence of specific AI legislation requires innovative legal interpretations to address emerging issues and mitigate uncertainties and legal disputes.

In a globalised business environment, harmonising AI practices across jurisdictions is crucial. Businesses operating internationally must comply with diverse regulatory standards. This necessitates strategic legal approaches to ensure cross-border compliance and manage regulatory complexities effectively.

In closing our final chapter of AST’s AI legal lens series, we conclude that navigating the evolving regulatory landscape is essential for businesses leveraging AI technologies under English law. Compliance with GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and relevant legislation is critical for lawful AI deployment. Understanding legal complexities, engaging legal expertise, and fostering transparency in AI operations are key to mitigating risks and capitalising on AI’s potential in the competitive global market.

By addressing legal complexities and providing practical guidance, we hope that the AST’s legal lens series equips businesses to navigate regulatory complexities, ensure compliance, and harness AI innovation effectively.