TOP NEWS | AI Enhances 2024 Paris Olympics Through Governance Framework; ProPark Mobility Reports Data Breach Affecting Customer Information and more.

California's AI Regulation Bill Awaits Governor's Decision

Senate Bill 1047, addressing AI governance, has passed California's legislature and is now with Governor Gavin Newsom. The bill mandates safety measures for companies spending significant sums on training AI models, requiring cybersecurity and infrastructure risk screening. It also establishes an AI board for auditing standards. Critics argue it stifles innovation, while supporters emphasize safety. Other pending AI-related bills include limits on deepfakes, physician review of AI decisions, and labeling of AI-generated content. The decision is expected by the end of September. Read more

The Role of Automated Decision-Making under GDPR

Article 22 of the GDPR gives individuals the right to avoid decisions made solely through automated processing, including profiling, if it has legal or significant effects. Courts and regulators use various criteria to assess whether a decision qualifies as "solely automated." The distinction between automated decision-making and decision-execution is crucial, as many processes labeled as "automated" are simple executions of human decisions. AI involvement does not automatically trigger Article 22 unless the decision-making is complex and non-traceable. Read more

AI Enhances 2024 Paris Olympics Through Governance Framework

The 2024 Paris Olympics introduced AI technologies in various areas, including a computer vision system for athletes, AI-powered social media monitoring, and a digital twin for venue management. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) developed an AI Agenda to ensure the ethical and transparent use of AI. The agenda focuses on enhancing athlete support, operational efficiency, and sustainability. The IOC aims to establish a long-term governance framework for AI, emphasizing equity, risk assessment, and transparency while highlighting the technology's potential to improve sports. Read more

Cherry Bekaert Advisory Faces Data Breach Affecting Sensitive Consumer Information

On September 3, 2024, Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC reported a data breach to the Massachusetts Attorney General, revealing unauthorized access to sensitive consumer information. The company sent out breach notifications to affected individuals. Details on the cause of the breach remain unclear, though it may involve a cyberattack on a third-party vendor. Cherry Bekaert is investigating the extent of compromised data and continues to notify those impacted by the breach. Founded in 1947, Cherry Bekaert provides accounting and financial services across the United States. Read more

ProPark Mobility Reports Data Breach Affecting Customer Information

On September 3, 2024, ProPark Mobility filed a data breach notice with the California Attorney General following a cyberattack on its network. Unauthorized access occurred between January 15 and 18, 2024, potentially compromising sensitive consumer information. ProPark has sent notification letters to affected individuals and is working with cybersecurity experts to assess the breach. The company has not yet disclosed specific data types impacted. Founded in 1984, ProPark operates over 1,000 locations across the U.S. and provides parking and mobility services. Read more