Policy Tracker
AI Regulation Around the World
Every major country's AI laws, policies, and regulations in one place. What's enacted, what's coming, and what it means for AI businesses.
| Country | Status | Key Legislation | Approach | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| European Union | Enacted | EU AI Act | Risk-based (Unacceptable → High → Limited → Minimal) | Up to 7% of global annual turnover or €35 million |
| United States | Framework Only | Executive Order on AI (Oct 2023) + State Laws | Sector-specific, no comprehensive federal law | Varies by sector and state |
| United Kingdom | In Progress | AI Regulation White Paper + AI Safety Institute | Pro-innovation, sector-specific regulation | Determined by sector regulators |
| China | Enacted | Generative AI Measures + Algorithm Regulations | Content-focused with registration requirements | Service suspension, fines, criminal liability |
| Canada | In Progress | Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA) | Risk-based, similar to EU approach | Up to CAD $25 million or 5% of global revenue |
| Japan | Framework Only | AI Guidelines for Business | Non-binding guidelines, pro-innovation | No specific AI penalties (existing laws apply) |
| South Korea | Enacted | AI Basic Act | Risk-based with innovation focus | Fines up to KRW 300 million |
| Brazil | In Progress | AI Bill (PL 2338/2023) | Risk-based, EU-influenced | Up to 2% of revenue or BRL 50 million |
| India | Proposed | Digital India Act (AI provisions) | Sector-specific with voluntary guidelines | Under development |
| Australia | In Progress | Voluntary AI Safety Standard + Mandatory Guardrails | Moving from voluntary to mandatory for high-risk | Under development |
European Union
EnactedEU AI Act
The world's first comprehensive AI law. Classifies AI systems by risk level with requirements scaling accordingly. Bans social scoring and real-time biometric surveillance.
Details →United States
Framework OnlyExecutive Order on AI (Oct 2023) + State Laws
No single federal AI law. Relies on executive orders, agency guidelines, and state-level legislation. Colorado and California lead with state AI laws.
Details →United Kingdom
In ProgressAI Regulation White Paper + AI Safety Institute
Context-based approach letting existing regulators handle AI in their domains. Established the AI Safety Institute for frontier model testing.
Details →China
EnactedGenerative AI Measures + Algorithm Regulations
First country to regulate generative AI specifically. Requires algorithm registration, content labeling, and adherence to socialist core values.
Details →Canada
In ProgressArtificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA)
Part of Bill C-27. Creates requirements for high-impact AI systems including risk assessments and transparency obligations.
Details →Japan
Framework OnlyAI Guidelines for Business
Voluntary guidelines promoting responsible AI use. Japan takes a light-touch approach to attract AI investment and development.
Details →South Korea
EnactedAI Basic Act
Comprehensive AI framework law establishing rights and obligations. Balances regulation with support for AI industry growth.
Details →Brazil
In ProgressAI Bill (PL 2338/2023)
Comprehensive AI regulation modeled partly on the EU AI Act. Focuses on protecting fundamental rights while enabling innovation.
Details →India
ProposedDigital India Act (AI provisions)
India is developing AI governance through the Digital India Act and NITI Aayog principles. Currently relies on voluntary responsible AI guidelines.
Details →Australia
In ProgressVoluntary AI Safety Standard + Mandatory Guardrails
Transitioning from voluntary AI ethics principles to mandatory guardrails for high-risk AI. Consulting on mandatory requirements.
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