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The new AI rules from 1 February 2025

February 4, 2025 by
The new AI rules from 1 February 2025
Audrey Passchijn

The European Union has introduced new rules on the use of artificial intelligence (AI). These rules, effective from February 2025, aim to protect businesses and citizens from the risks of irresponsible or unsafe use of AI. But what exactly does this mean for your business?

What are the new AI rules?

The new AI rules require all companies to train their employees in AI literacy. This means your team must understand what AI is, how it works, and how to use it safely and efficiently in their day-to-day work. This is not about in-depth technical knowledge, but awareness and accountability.

Why is AI literacy important?

AI literacy helps your employees recognise and avoid the risks of AI. This not only prevents mistakes and protects sensitive business information, but also ensures that your company complies with new regulations. Moreover, well-trained employees can cleverly use AI to improve business processes and work more efficiently.

How can your company prepare?

It is important to start training your employees now. This can be done through workshops, online courses or in-house training sessions. Make sure everyone in your organisation has a fundamental understanding of AI and knows how to use it safely.

There are also some important steps you can take:

  1. Develop and implement AI policies: It is essential to establish clear policies that define the responsibilities and expectations around the use of AI within your organisation. These policies should include guidelines for ethical use, data protection, and transparency.
  2. Conduct an AI audit: Analyse the current AI systems and processes within your company to determine whether they comply with the new regulations. Identify any risks and take measures to mitigate them.
  3. Appoint an AI officer: Appoint someone responsible for monitoring compliance with AI policies and ethical guidelines. That person can also act as a point of contact for employee questions and concerns about AI.
  4. Invest in continuous training: Ensure that AI training is not a one-off, but that there are ongoing training opportunities for employees to keep abreast of the latest AI developments and best practices.
  5. Collaborate with experts: Consider working with external AI experts or consultants who can help your company implement the new rules and optimise AI processes.
  6. Communicate transparently with customers: Inform your customers about how your company uses AI and what measures have been taken to protect their data. Transparency can increase customers' trust and reassure them that your company handles AI responsibly.

By following these steps, your company can not only comply with the new AI rules, but also take advantage of the benefits AI has to offer. 

Conclusion

The new AI regulations are an opportunity to train your employees and ensure safe and efficient deployment of AI. By taking action now, your company can not only comply with the new regulations, but also enjoy the benefits AI has to offer.

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