Europe Sets Up Task Force on ChatGPT to Create Common Policy on Privacy Rules for Artificial Intelligence
The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has established a task force on ChatGPT to set a common policy on privacy rules for artificial intelligence. The move comes after Italy's decision to curb ChatGPT and Germany's commissioner for data protection indicating that it may follow suit. Spain's AEPD watchdog also announced that it would investigate potential data breaches by ChatGPT.
ChatGPT is an AI program that has become famous for its ability to generate quick and comprehensive responses to a wide range of questions. With over 100 million monthly active users, it is the fastest-growing consumer application in history. However, its rapid growth has raised concerns about its potential impact on safety, privacy, and employment.
The EDPB members discussed the recent enforcement action taken by the Italian data protection authority against OpenAI, the company that owns ChatGPT. It was then decided that a dedicated task force would be launched to encourage cooperation and facilitate the exchange of information on enforcement actions that may be taken by data protection authorities.
"The EDPB decided to launch a dedicated task force to foster cooperation and to exchange information on possible enforcement actions conducted by data protection authorities," a statement read.
The EDPB oversees data protection rules in the European Union and is made up of national data protection watchdogs. Its goal is to create policies that are not intended to punish or impose rules that will affect OpenAI but rather to create general policies that are transparent. The discussion of ChatGPT was added to the body's agenda following a request from Spain earlier this week.
While member states hope to align their policy positions, it may take time to create general policies that are transparent. The attendees at the meeting included policy experts who presented opinions and exchanged ideas, but they were not decision-makers.
In conclusion, Europe has set up a task force on ChatGPT to create a common policy on privacy rules for artificial intelligence. The move comes amid growing concerns about the potential impact of ChatGPT on safety, privacy, and employment. The EDPB will foster cooperation and exchange information on enforcement actions that may be taken by data protection authorities, with the goal of creating policies that are transparent and not intended to punish or impose rules that will affect OpenAI.
