Source: El Salvador in English

El Salvador in English reports on the country’s newly passed legislation aimed at regulating the development and deployment of artificial intelligence technologies. The law, which is among the first of its kind in Latin America, sets guidelines for ethical AI development, data protection, and algorithmic transparency while promoting innovation in the tech sector.

Key aspects of the legislation include mandatory impact assessments for high-risk AI systems, requirements for data privacy compliance, and transparency obligations for AI algorithms used in critical sectors like healthcare, finance, and public administration. The law also introduces penalties for companies that fail to comply with these standards.

Legal experts highlight El Salvador’s efforts to balance fostering innovation with protecting consumer rights and ensuring ethical AI use. The law is expected to attract foreign tech investments while setting a precedent for AI governance in the region.