Navigating the AI Act: Implications and exceptions for Research

The European Commission's Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) promises to be a transformative piece of legislation, shaping the future of AI applications within the European Union. This presentation will delve into the intricacies of the AI Act, focusing on the implications for research and the exceptions provided for this purpose.

Research often involves the collection and analysis of large-scale datasets, with increasingly sophisticated AI tools being employed. The AI Act's introduction raises important questions about the regulation of these AI methodologies in research. This talk will scrutinize the specific exceptions within the AI Act for research purposes, providing clarity on their scope and application in research.

Complementing or conflicting with existing data protection regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a pertinent concern. This presentation will examine the interplay between these regulatory frameworks, offering insights into maintaining legal compliance in data-driven research.

This presentation will discuss the implications of the AI Act on research. It will focus on the Act's research exceptions and its interplay with the GDPR. The aim is to provide attendees with a nuanced understanding of the AI Act and strategies for navigating its implications in research settings.