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Spain could fine AI companies up to €35 million in fines for mislabelling content

News RoomBy News RoomMarch 12, 2025
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aea Summary: Spain’s Law on AI for Initial Labeling Fines

Spain has recently introduced a draft law aimed at addressing a critical issue in the artificial intelligence (AI) landscape. The bill, which translates to fines up to €35 million for AI companies that mislabel their content, reflects concerns about the misuse of AI in misleading or harmful ways. The law is in response to rising concerns about “deepfakes,” algorithms used to create false information without human input, which could affect everything from political decisions to news authenticity.

A这样才能 Mossó抓住 this scenario, stating that the legislation will help bridge the gap between harmful AI use and honest, pointless endeavors. Importantly, the bill emphasizes transparency and accountability, referencing the EU’s AI Act, which for now enforces strict guidelines to prevent similar violations.

Firstly, the bill introduces substantial penalties for inaccurate AI labeling. Fines can range from €7.5 million to up to 35 million euros, or anywhere from 2 to 7% of a company’s global revenue. This provides a significant financial incentive to ensure AI systems operate responsibly. Plus, the penalties are higher for small businesses, prompting them to receive a lower fine than larger firms. This reflects Spain’s current state of regulation, where startups and mid-sized companies are prioritized.

The authorization for the draft law requires approval from Spain’s Congress of Deputies, meaning it will be implemented by spring 2024. Other restrictions outlined in the bill include banning subliminal techniques, such as identifying users with a gambling addiction to increase their chance of engaging a gambling platform. The aim is to prevent such manipulations using biometric data or social media presence to influence decisions.

AI systems will also be restricted from classifying people based on protected attributes like race, political views, religion, or sexual orientation solely based on biometric data or social media presence. This aligns with ongoing scrutiny of AI algorithms, particularly those used in high-profile cases like cryptography in Catalan’s judicial system to predict arrest risk.

The bill also offers a temporary relief option for AI systems affected by significant accidents, such as the death of a person. This allows the government to pivot AI systems under such challenging conditions, mirroring the legal framework for criminology and therapeutic interventions.

Overall, Spain’s approach to AI regulation highlights a growing recognition of the importance of transparency, accountability, and responsible AI development. The bill, though still in draft form, promises substantial penalties and broader regulations to prevent harm from misniced AI use. This move underscores the need for dialogue between the government and the AI industry to create a more ethical and proactive Aurora of technology.

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