EU AI Act
The EU AI Act is a new European law that regulates how AI can be used. For most small Irish businesses, it has limited immediate impact — it mainly affects companies building AI systems, not those using tools like ChatGPT. However, if you use AI to make decisions about customers (like creditworthiness or hiring), there are rules you need to follow. Having a simple AI policy for your business is the easiest way to stay compliant.
Real-world example
A recruitment agency that uses an AI tool to screen CVs needs to disclose this to applicants and ensure the tool does not discriminate unfairly.
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AI Policy for Your Business
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