The National Law Review · 22 Oct, 23:43 · Artificial Intelligence briefing

UK regulator launches call for evidence on agentic AI

The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office has initiated a formal call for evidence regarding the regulation of agentic artificial intelligence systems.

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The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office has initiated a formal call for evidence regarding the regulation of agentic artificial intelligence systems. This consultation seeks input from industry stakeholders, legal experts, and the public on how existing data protection frameworks should adapt to autonomous AI agents that can act independently. The regulator aims to assess risks related to privacy, transparency, and accountability before proposing new statutory measures. Professionals across sectors are encouraged to review the guidance and submit responses, as these regulations will likely shape the deployment of autonomous tools in British businesses for the foreseeable future.

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