The firm and the association have a partnership and joined efforts with other international players to create a material focused on helping private companies leverage AI
TozziniFreire is a benchmark in the Brazilian market for technology, innovation, and data protection, and has been gaining traction in the field of artificial intelligence. With a multidisciplinary team of partners, the firm advises various clients on relevant cases and projects involving the subject, which is increasingly present in the strategic planning of companies.
In partnership with the World IT Lawyers (WITL) association, TozziniFreire produced the Brazil chapter of the new AI Regulation Guide, specially designed for companies interested in using AI and in need of a multi-jurisdictional view. The country section describes details on how Brazil regulates artificial intelligence, which categories are considered under the law, international agreements and conventions, as well as restrictions and the latest updates on the topic.
According to Patrícia Helena Martins, co-head of the Technology & Innovation and Data Protection practices at TozziniFreire, "AI regulation in Brazil is under debate in the National Congress. Inspired by European legislation, the Bill creates specific rules for AI applications according to the level of risk posed to society. The expectation is that the Bill will be voted in the second half of 2024."
Giovanni Falcetta, partner in the Compliance & Investigation practice and member of the Executive Committee, adds "TozziniFreire's presence in the WITL reinforces our international differential, increasing partnerships with different European firms. Identifying associations and organizations that deal with specific segments, such as WITL, brings even more depth to our areas, which are always updated on the main international discussions, giving clients a global view, with the perspective of a full-service Brazilian firm. We are confident that the Guide will assist in decision-making."
The full PDF version of the material contains contributions from countries like Germany, Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, the United Kingdom, among other important Brazilian commercial partners, and can be found on TozziniFreire’s website, through the link AI Regulation Guide (tozzinifreire.com.br).
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