The second version of the Guide on the use of generative AI is now available. The guide was first published in September 2023 and provided preliminary guidance to federal institutions in their use of generative AI tools. The guide also seeks to raise awareness and foster coordination among federal institutions. It highlights the importance of engaging key stakeholders before … [Read more...] about Update: Guide on the use of generative AI
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Experts Voices Concerns Over the Proposed Changes to UK Investigatory Powers Act’s Notices Regime
The proposed amendments to the UK’s Investigatory Powers Act (IPA) have prompted a powerful open letter addressed to the UK Home Secretary from security experts united in their commitment to a secure, reliable, and inclusive internet. Their profound concerns highlight the detrimental impacts on digital security and privacy that these changes would have, namely that … [Read more...] about Experts Voices Concerns Over the Proposed Changes to UK Investigatory Powers Act’s Notices Regime
Consultation on FAIR Principles Assessment Tool
Under the 2023-2026 Data Strategy for the Federal Public Service, Data for decision-making mission, action item 2.2b calls for the development of a FAIR principles (Findability, Accessibility, Interoperability, and Reusability) assessment tool, and guidance on assessing existing data for reuse. TBS performed an environmental scan of existing … [Read more...] about Consultation on FAIR Principles Assessment Tool
PACC President appears before Parliamentary Committee Studying Bill C-26
PACC President Sharon Polsky MAPP appeared today before the House of Commons’ Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security to take part in the Committee's study of Bill C-26, An Act respecting cyber security, amending the telecommunications act and making consequential amendments to other acts. The Bill provides sweeping powers to compel information sharing, but … [Read more...] about PACC President appears before Parliamentary Committee Studying Bill C-26
Consultation: Online News Act — Bill C-18
Proposed regulations to implement the Online News Act were published in the Canada Gazette, Part I for a 30-day public consultation period beginning on Saturday, September 2, 2023 and ending on Thursday, October 2, 2023 at 11:59pm EST. The proposed regulations provide clarity on which platforms are subject to the Act and greater certainty on what they need to do to obtain an … [Read more...] about Consultation: Online News Act — Bill C-18
Consultation on Combatting Misinformation and Disinformation
The Australian government is seeking the public's feedback on its draft Communications Legislation Amendment (Combatting Misinformation and Disinformation) Bill 2023. The new law would provide the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) with new powers to combat online misinformation and disinformation. The new powers will enable the ACMA to monitor efforts and … [Read more...] about Consultation on Combatting Misinformation and Disinformation
