The Lawyer has reported on emerging trends and developments anticipated in the technology sector for 2025, focusing particularly on the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI). As the industry has seen a surge of interest and investment in AI technologies over the past 18 months, experts predict that the year 2025 will mark a significant shift towards the widespread deployment of AI solutions across various organisations.

As these technologies are implemented, organisations will be faced with increasing legal and compliance challenges. A prominent aspect of this landscape will be the phased implementation of the EU AI Act, which is expected to take effect in early 2025. The act will introduce key requirements concerning prohibited AI practices and will necessitate enhanced AI literacy among personnel across organisations. The first elements of this legislation are set to be enforced as soon as February 2025, creating new mandates for businesses as they adapt to the emerging regulatory environment.

Attention will also be directed towards the United Kingdom's approach to AI regulation. In particular, developments following the government's King’s Speech from July last year are being closely monitored, as they may influence how the UK will regulate AI technologies in the near future.

The landscape of AI in business practices is transitioning, as the initial excitement gives way to a more structured, regulated approach, anticipating both challenges and opportunities as organisations navigate this evolving technological environment.

Source: Noah Wire Services