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General Data Protection Regulation

Active Regulation European Union
Technical Description

GDPR impacts AI systems that process personal data, requiring technical measures like encryption, anonymization, and data minimization. It emphasizes data protection by design and default, ensuring AI systems comply with privacy standards and mitigate risks associated with automated decision-making.

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Detailed Technical Description

GDPR influences AI systems handling personal data by necessitating robust security measures such as encryption, anonymization, and data minimization. Developers must adhere to principles like data protection by design and perform regular risk assessments to ensure compliance.

Detailed Technical Description: Under GDPR, AI systems must implement comprehensive technical safeguards for personal data, including:

  • Encryption & Pseudonymization: Protect data integrity and confidentiality.
  • Access Controls: Ensure that only authorized personnel can access sensitive data.
  • Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs): Conduct assessments for high-risk AI applications to identify and mitigate potential risks.
  • Privacy by Design: Integrate data protection principles into the development lifecycle of AI systems.
  • User Rights Facilitation: Enable individuals to exercise their rights, such as data rectification or erasure.

Furthermore, GDPR requires AI systems to maintain transparency in automated decision-making processes, allowing users to understand and challenge the outcomes effectively.

Key Dates

Earliest Date: May 25, 2018

Full Force Date: May 25, 2018

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