The U.S. Senate has introduced a bipartisan bill to regulate artificial intelligence, focusing on transparency, accountability, and prevention of algorithmic bias. The “AI Ethics and Protection Act” requires developers to submit ethical impact reports and audit their AI systems annually.
The move follows concerns about misinformation, job displacement, and AI use in surveillance. Major tech companies like Google and OpenAI have issued cautious support, while civil liberties groups are demanding stronger provisions.
The bill has drawn interest from South Asian regulators. Bangladesh’s ICT Division is reviewing similar policies, and Nepal’s Ministry of Communication has initiated a draft framework. Bhutan’s education sector is also evaluating the use of AI in schools under ethical guidelines.
