Pauliina Vilponen and Emma Swahne – Legal Perspectives on the EU AI Act and Data Act
Legal experts from Roschier, Pauliina Vilponen and Emma Swahne, provided a comprehensive overview of the EU AI Act. They explained how the Act establishes a framework for regulating AI within the EU to balance innovation and public interest. Key themes included safety, transparency, human oversight, and bias mitigation. They also highlighted the classification of AI systems by risk levels and the specific rules governing general-purpose AI models.
Saara Hyvönen – The Case for AI Literacy
Saara Hyvönen from DAIN Studios discussed the growing importance of AI literacy in the workplace. With AI technologies rapidly evolving, she emphasized the need for continuous upskilling to ensure staff and users are adequately prepared. Saara outlined how AI literacy encompasses understanding AI models, their implications, and their proper use, particularly in task management systems and AI agentic solutions that operate autonomously.
Anna Tuominen – Building AI Governance for Compliance
Anna Tuominen from PwC introduced the concept of an AI governance model as a cornerstone of EU AI Act compliance. She stressed that without proper documentation, evaluating and managing AI systems is impossible. Anna’s talk highlighted the need for a systematic approach to developing, acquiring, and deploying AI systems in line with regulatory standards.
Stay tuned for our next AI Monday, where we’ll dive deeper into the future of AI and its implications for businesses and society!
