Overview
Global AI Law and Regulatory Unification
The integration of AI into sectors globally such as healthcare, finance, and government pose unique challenges. Disparate regulations lead to compliance complexity and inhibit the potential for AI to benefit society universally. Unifying AI laws and regulations globally ensures consistent standards of ethics, safety, and accountability.
Here, we outline our initiatives, challenges, and how we contribute to shaping the global AI governance landscape.
UNIVERSAL REGULATORY AND LAW FRAMEWORKS
We craft core principles that form the basis for national and international AI laws.
We have proposed clear guidelines ensuring AI systems are fair, accountable, and transparent in each country.
HUMAN RIGHTS ALIGMENTS
We ensure AI regulations uphold individual rights and ethical standards across all nations.
We harmonize regulations on the use of AI in national defense and security while accommodating national priorities and differing national data protection laws.
FACILITATING POLICY COORDINATION
We aid governments in aligning their AI policies with global best practices.
We have specifically categorized AI applications and models by risk to tailor regulatory approaches effectively on a global scale.
STANDARIZING AI COMPLIANCE
We streamline AI certification and licensing processes to ease global market entry for AI innovations.
We established clear liability for AI actions across different jurisdictions and globally.
Frequently asked questions
Why is global AI law unification important?
Global AI law unification ensures that AI systems operate under consistent ethical, safety, and accountability standards across different countries. It helps reduce regulatory conflicts, supports international AI governance, and fosters responsible AI innovation.
How do you track updates to AI regulations worldwide?
We monitor new laws and amendments from national governments, regional authorities, and international agreements that directly impact AI regulation.
What mechanisms are in place for ongoing AI regulatory updates?
We establish a dynamic AI compliance model that continuously updates based on:
a) Technological advancements
b) New AI risks
c) Geopolitical changes
How do you standardize AI compliance across jurisdictions?
We streamline AI certification and licensing processes to ease global market entry. Additionally, we establish clear liability for AI-driven actions to ensure accountability across different regions.
How does AI intersect with emerging technologies like quantum computing and space tech?
AI increasingly overlaps with biotech, quantum computing, space technology, and digital identity systems. We incorporate insights from initiatives like the World Bank’s ID4D Initiative to ensure AI policies remain interdisciplinary and forward-thinking.
What role do AI auditing tools play in compliance?
IRBAI auditing tools help track AI compliance in real-time by analyzing legal compliance with international standards across various sectors, including social media governance and military applications during conflicts.
Overview
Alignment with International Laws and Standards
Our regulations and guidelines are meticulously designed to align with internationally recognized laws and standards. By ensuring compatibility with these global frameworks, we promote responsible AI practices worldwide, safeguard fundamental human rights, and facilitate international cooperation.
Human Rights and Ethical AI Standards
Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)
OECD AI Principles
EU AI Liability Directive
IEEE Ethically Aligned Design for AI (guidelines for the ethical development of AI)
UNESCO Recommendation on the Ethics of AI (adopted in 2021 for global AI ethics governance)
World Economic Forum AI Governance Alliance (best practices for AI governance)
White House Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights
Canada’s Directive on Automated Decision-Making
AI4People’s Ethical Framework for a Good AI Society (European ethical AI framework)
International Labour Organization (ILO) Standards on AI and Work (implications of AI in labor markets)
EU Platform Work Directive (regulating AI-driven gig economy work)
ILO’s Future of Work Initiative (regulation of AI-driven automation and job displacement)
Privacy and Data Protection
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Convention 108+ (Council of Europe)
National privacy laws, including CCPA (USA), LGPD (Brazil), and PIPL (China)
International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Standards
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Regulations (USA)
Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) (USA)
EU Employment Equality Directive
Cybersecurity and AI Safety
Budapest Convention on Cybercrime
NIST AI Risk Management Framework
ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Standards
China Cybersecurity Law and Data Security Law
International Trade
World Trade Organization (WTO) Digital Trade Rules
Digital Economy Partnership Agreements (DEPA)
Regional trade agreements such as Mercosur (Latin America) and GCC (Middle East)
Space Exploration
United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) AI in Space Policy
NASA AI Safety and Governance Framework
European Space Agency (ESA) AI and Robotics Guidelines
Corporate, Financial, and Market Regulations
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Basel Committee on Banking Supervision Standards
International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) Principles
Corporate Governance Principles (OECD)
Solvency II Directive (EU)
Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX, USA)
National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) Model Laws (USA)
Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Standards
European Banking Authority (EBA) Guidelines on AI in Banking
International Monetary Fund (IMF) AI Regulation Recommendations
EU Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) (financial sector AI risk management)
Financial Stability Board (FSB) AI and Financial Regulation Principles
AI and Blockchain Integration
OECD Blockchain Policy Framework
EU Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA)
G20’s Approach to AI and Blockchain in Digital Currencies
Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) (USA)
International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF) Guidelines
World Health Organization (WHO) Considerations
Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety
FDA Guidelines on AI in Medical Devices (USA)
EU Medical Devices Regulation (MDR) and In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices Regulation (IVDR)
International Epigenetics Society (IES) Ethical Guidelines
And all regulatory guidelines addressing epigenetic research and applications in healthcare, ensuring ethical practices and preventing misuse
AI Accountability and Consumer Protection
EU AI Act
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations (UK)
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) (USA)
UN Guidelines for Consumer Protection (UNCTAD)
Brazilian Consumer Defense Code (CDC)
AI in Intellectual Property (IP) and Innovation
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
AI and IP Policy Framework
TRIPS Agreement (WTO) & AI-Generated Content (AI’s role in patenting, copyright, and trademarks)
EU AI and Copyright Directive
Social Media and Multimedia Regulations
EU Digital Services Act (DSA)
EU Audiovisual Media Services Directive (AVMSD)
United States Communications Decency Act (Section 230)
Australia’s Online Safety Act
United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) guidelines on digital content
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) (USA)
EU Copyright Directive
Law Enforcement and Surveillance
Interpol AI and Law Enforcement Guidelines
UNODC Guidelines on AI in Criminal Justice (UN Office on Drugs and Crime AI in policing)
EU Law Enforcement AI Strategy
China’s Social Credit System AI Regulations (for mass surveillance and public monitoring)
Military and Autonomous Systems
Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons (CCW)
Geneva Conventions (International Humanitarian Law)
Biological Weapons Convention (BWC)
Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC)
Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT)
Outer Space Treaty
Hague Conventions on the Laws of War
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) AI Strategy
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (USA)
Transportation and Automotive
United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) Regulations
EU General Safety Regulation and EU AI Act provisions for automotive safety
U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Autonomous Vehicle Guidelines
China’s Autonomous Vehicle Management Regulations and Beijing Autonomous Driving Regulations
Japan’s Road Transport Vehicle Act for Autonomous Driving
Brazil’s National Traffic Code (CTB) for automated vehicles
UNECE Global Technical Regulations for Autonomous and Connected Vehicles
Russian Federation regulations for Autonomous Vehicle Testing and Deployment
Environmental Sustainability
Paris Agreement (UNFCCC)
ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standards
EU Green Deal
Regional and National Frameworks
Brazil’s National AI Strategy
China’s New Generation Artificial Intelligence Development Plan
Middle East and North Africa (MENA) AI Ethics Principles
Japan’s Social Principles of Human-Centric AI
Canada’s Pan-Canadian Artificial Intelligence Strategy and Digital Charter Implementation Act (Bill C-27)
Australia’s National AI Strategy and Ethics Framework
India’s National Strategy on Artificial Intelligence (NITI Aayog)
Russia’s National Strategy for the Development of Artificial Intelligence
Brazil’s National AI Strategy
Israel’s Principles of Policy, Regulation, and Ethics in AI
Japan’s Social Principles of Human-Centric AI
Philippines’ Proposed Artificial Intelligence Development Authority (AIDA)
Spain’s R&D Strategy on Artificial Intelligence
membership
Shape the Future of AI Governance
IRBAI is at the forefront of global AI law unification, helping governments, policymakers, and organizations navigate the evolving AI regulatory landscape. By joining IRBAI, you contribute to shaping harmonized AI policies that balance innovation, ethics, security, and accountability worldwide.
Academic and Research Institution
Universities, research centers, and academic entities involved in AI studies.
Members get access to IRBAI’s research library, joint research initiatives, and participation in educational workshops and seminars.
Fees: Annual flat rate with potential discounts for collaborative projects.
Nonprofit Organization
NGOs and nonprofits focused on AI ethics, public policy, or technology advocacy.
Access to select resources, participation in public safety and ethics discussions, reduced fees for workshops, and advocacy opportunities.
Fees: Reduced rates to support nonprofit missions