Qatar's Pioneering Efforts in Safeguarding Personal Data Amidst the AI Revolution
In a significant stride towards data protection, the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) recently hosted a seminar titled “Data Protection in the Age of AI,” aligning with International Data Privacy Day. In collaboration with the American Department of Commerce, the event featured experts in data protection, legal professionals, and speakers from the US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The discussions at the seminar delved into global best practices in data privacy principles and explored the intersection of data protection and artificial intelligence (AI). Key areas of focus included the regulatory landscape for AI, the pivotal role of AI in ensuring regulatory compliance, and considerations surrounding cross-border privacy rules. Notably, the seminar shed light on Generative AI (GenAI) as a strategic tool for enhancing defenses, potentially providing a crucial advantage to organizations in fortifying their cybersecurity policies. During the event, QFC highlighted Qatar