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Welcome to the January 2024 AI Incident’s List - As we now, AI laws around the globe are getting their moment in the spotlight, and crafting smart policies will take you more than a lucky guess—it needs facts, forward-thinking, and a global group hug 🤗. Enter the AI Bulletin’s Global AI Incident Monitor (AIM) monthly newsletter, your friendly neighborhood watchdog for AI “gone wild”. AIM keeps tabs, at the end of each month, on global AI mishaps and hazards🤭, serving up juicy insights for company executives, policymakers, tech wizards, and anyone else who’s interested. Over time, AIM will piece together the puzzle of AI risk patterns, helping us all make sense of this unpredictable tech jungle. Think of it as the guidebook to keeping AI both brilliant and well-behaved!
South African Law Firm Under Investigation for Fake Legal Citations
Deepseek Blocked - Privacy Fears Put Chinese AI in the Hot Seat
Google’s AI Sparks Controversy Over Alleged Support to Israeli Military in Gaza
DeepSeek's Data Leak Sparks Privacy and Human Rights Concerns
Vatican Warns of AI-Generated Misinformation Risks
Total Number of AI Incidents by Country - Jan 2024 to Jan 2025
AI BREACHES (1)
1 - AI-Powered Oops - Law Firm Under Investigation for Fake Legal Citations
The Briefing
South African Pietermaritzburg Law Firm in Hot Water for Cooking Up Fake Legal Citations with AI! Surendra Singh and Associates are under the Legal Practice Council’s microscope for allegedly using AI to conjure up court papers filled with imaginary legal references. Judge Elsja-Marie Bezuidenhout slammed the firm’s antics as unprofessional, hitting them with court costs and pushing for a deeper investigation .🤭😮
Potential AI Impact!!
✔️ It affects the AI Principles of Safety and affects Consumers
✔️ The Severity classification for AI Breach 1 is of Injury and Hazard
💁 Why is it a Breach?
The case at hand isn’t just about AI innovation—it’s about who gets to keep the secrets behind it. The theft of AI trade secrets is a clear violation of intellectual property rights, turning cutting-edge technology into a legal battleground. This isn’t just corporate espionage; it’s a breach of laws designed to safeguard innovation and ensure that AI advancements don’t fall into the wrong hands.
AI BREACHES (1)
2 - Deepseek Blocked: Privacy Fears Put Chinese AI in the Hot Seat
The Briefing
South Korea Puts Up a Firewall: Government and Businesses Block Deepseek Over Privacy Fears - Amid growing concerns over excessive data collection, South Korean government agencies, financial institutions, and major corporations are blocking access to the Chinese AI service Deepseek. In a bid to prevent potential data leaks, entities such as Ulsan city, the Ministry of Environment, and corporate giants like Shinsegae and Lotte have joined the crackdown.
Potential AI Impact!!
✔️ It affects the AI Principles of Accountability and Transparency
✔️ The Severity classification for AI Breach 2 is of Non-physical harm
💁 Why is it a Breach?
Government agencies are shutting the door on Deepseek, a Chinese AI system, over concerns about excessive personal data collection and potential leaks. This preemptive move aims to safeguard privacy, prevent security breaches, and uphold fundamental rights under existing legal frameworks.
Summary of AI Incidents & Impact - Jan 2024 - Classification based on the OECD’s AI Framework
AI BREACHES (1)
3 - Google's AI Technology Support to Israeli Military in Gaza Conflict
The Briefing
Internal documents obtained by The Washington Post reveal that Google has been providing advanced AI technology to the Israeli military since the early stages of the Gaza conflict. Despite employee protests, the company has continued its support, sparking debates over potential harm and human rights implications.
Potential AI Impact!!
✔️ It affects the AI Principles of Respect of Human Rights, Accountability
✔️ The Severity classification for AI Breach 2 is of Hazard and Non-physical harm
💁 Why is it a Breach?
Google's provision of AI technology to the Israeli military raises concerns about potential harm to communities affected by the conflict in Gaza. This situation aligns with the definition of an AI incident, as it involves the deployment of AI systems in a high-stakes environment with possible harmful consequences.
AI BREACHES (1)
4 - DeepSeek AI Leak Exposes Sensitive Data Spilled!
The Briefing
Cybersecurity firm Wiz uncovered a major security flaw in Chinese AI startup DeepSeek, leaving sensitive data—including chat records and API secrets—wide open online. While DeepSeek scrambled to patch the leak, privacy concerns linger, drawing scrutiny from Italian and Australian regulators.
Potential AI Impact!!
✔️ It affects the AI Principles of Respect of Privacy and Data Governance
✔️ The Severity classification for AI Breach 2 is of Hazard and Non-physical harm
💁 Why is it a Breach?
A security glitch at DeepSeek has spilled sensitive data, raising red flags for privacy and data protection laws. This leak could lead to serious human rights issues, as personal info goes unprotected.
AI BREACHES (1)
5 - Vatican Sounds the Alarm on AI-Generated Misinformation
The Briefing
With Pope Francis' backing, the Vatican is raising alarms about the unintentional spread of AI-driven misinformation, warning that it could destabilize society and fuel political divides. Their call for responsible regulation underscores the ethical challenges AI poses in spreading falsehoods, a topic that took center stage at the World Economic Forum
Potential AI Impact!!
✔️ It affects the AI Principles of Human Well being and Transparency
✔️ The Severity classification for AI Breach 2 is of Non-physical harm
💁 Why is it a Breach?
While there's no disaster yet, the concern is clear - AI-generated misinformation could wreak havoc on society if left unchecked. It’s a heads-up for potential trouble down the road, not a case of harm already done.
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