Kazakhstan has approved the first bill on artificial intelligence

At the plenary session of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of Kazakhstan, deputies approved in the first reading the bill “On Artificial Intelligence.” The document aims to eliminate gaps in legal regulation, create transparent conditions for developers, and protect users' rights.

The development of artificial intelligence opens up great opportunities but also carries certain risks. One of the main challenges is the lack of clear regulatory norms in this field.

The bill aims to ensure the safety of citizens when using artificial intelligence technologies. This involves users' rights, protection of personal data, as well as transparency and reliability of processes. Secondly, the document establishes clear “rules of the game” for developers and investors, ensuring legal certainty, increasing trust in technologies, and attracting investments. Thirdly, it defines the role of the state in implementing artificial intelligence across various sectors of the economy.

The project establishes basic ethical principles for the use of AI and also enshrines mechanisms for protecting copyright. In addition, the document defines the rights and obligations of all industry participants. Owners of artificial intelligence systems will be able to set the terms of their use, manage risks, and protect their rights. Users, in turn, are guaranteed protection of personal data, information about the operation of such systems, and the ability to challenge automated decisions.

Special attention is given to security issues. The bill introduces a classification of artificial intelligence systems by risk level—from minimal to high. High-risk systems will be recognized as objects of critically important information and communication infrastructure, allowing for control of their security in accordance with current legislation. The document also divides artificial intelligence systems into three categories: assistants, semi-autonomous systems, and fully autonomous algorithms.

Source: inform.kz