EU AI Act
Europe's law that sorts AI systems by risk, with strict rules for high-risk uses and bans on some.
For example
Government "social scoring" of citizens is banned; AI used in hiring faces strict checks.
Related terms
- Copyright and AI The open legal questions about who owns AI output, and whether AI may learn from copyrighted work.
- Data Protection Board of India The independent body that handles complaints and penalties under the DPDP Act, with an online portal.
- Digital footprint The lasting trail of information you leave behind online over time.
- IT Rules India's rules for online platforms, covering takedowns, grievances and, since 2026, AI-made content.
- Jigsaw effect Small, separately harmless facts combining into one complete, identifying picture.
- Oversharing Giving away more personal detail than you realise, often a little at a time.