AI
Abbreviation stands for Artificial Intelligence.
AI
This refers to the responsibility a person or organisation may have when their actions cause harm.
liability
The process of changing existing laws to improve how they operate.
law reform
A self-driving vehicle crashes because its braking system was physically defective. This stakeholder could potentially be responsible.
the manufacturer
AI and robotics replacing some human jobs creates concerns about this issue.
automation/unemployment
Generated content can create convincing fake images, videos or audio of real people.
Deep fakes
The collection and use of people's personal information creates concerns about this legal issue.
privacy
Technology develops rapidly, but legislation remains unchanged for many years. This can create this problem.
gap in the law/outdated law
An AI program makes an incorrect decision because of an error in its computer code. This stakeholder may face questions about responsibility.
the developer
AI-generated false videos of politicians could significantly affect this democratic process.
elections
These vehicles can use sensors, cameras and AI to operate with limited or no human control.
autonomous vehicles
An AI recruitment system consistently disadvantages a particular group of applicants. This raises concerns about this issue.
Discrimination or algorithmic bias
These individuals, organisations or groups have an interest in, or are affected by, a law reform issue.
stakeholders
A company collects customers' personal information without adequately explaining how it will be used. This organisation may be responsible for protecting the information.
company/data holder
AI-controlled military drones that can select targets raise concerns about this emerging technology.
autonomous weapons
Technology uses measurements such as a person's face or fingerprints to identify them.
Biometric technology
AI creates a song, artwork or computer program. Determining who owns it creates questions about this area of law.
intellectual property
A law is difficult to enforce because new technology allows people to easily avoid its requirements. This legal criterion is not being achieved.
enforceability
A surgical robot causes harm during an operation. Determining whether responsibility rests with the doctor, hospital, manufacturer or developer demonstrates this legal problem.
uncertain?
Technology that could enhance human memory, strength or intelligence raises questions about regulating this development.
enhancement/bioenhancement
Term describes computer systems that can complete tasks and make some decisions with limited human involvement.
autonomous systems
Facial recognition used to constantly monitor people in public places may create conflict between public safety and these protections.
human rights/civil liberties
The Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Road Rules) Regulation 2009 (Qld) sets requirements for this increasingly popular form of transport, including rules relating to motor power, speed and where they can legally be ridden.
E-bikes
An autonomous system makes a harmful decision without direct human instructions. This makes it difficult for the law to determine this.
accountability/responsibility
Private companies extracting valuable materials from asteroids would raise questions about ownership under this emerging area of law.
space law