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Japan updates AI guidelines for businesses to add new risks, accountability needs

( March 7, 2025, 02:25 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Japan's industry and telecom regulators have recently updated the artificial intelligence guidelines for businesses, highlighting new risks such as the excessive use and reliance on AI in employment, and the need to address emerging technologies. The guidelines caution that multimodal generative AI could exacerbate bias and misunderstanding. It is advised that all companies involved aim to clarify their responsibility and accountability in the event of an incident, especially as diverse contractual models are now in use. In addition, because breaches of copyright, personal data rights and non-disclosure agreements are reported in the use of AI services, companies should review the content of contracts when necessary, the new guidelines say. The statement, in Japanese, is attached. ...

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