Ingeborg Gruenwald

Juris Doctor (JD) Candidate at the University of Miami School of Law

In the 21st century, regulating AI usage is crucial for protecting citizens. The global landscape has seen a dichotomy in AI regulation, with Europe adopting a conservative and robust stance, and the US embracing a laissez-faire approach. Both approaches have benefits and pitfalls, especially for persons with disabilities. AI's potential to bridge societal gaps is undeniable, but it requires adequate regulation. This paper proposes a hybrid regulatory model, a “regulatory dalmatian approach”, to enhance the European AI landscape, particularly for persons with disabilities. This approach combines best practices from both the European and American approaches, allowing for innovation and experimentation while maintaining a regulatory landscape that protects and safeguards citizens’ rights. This approach would enable Europe to preserve its regulatory framework while integrating the most effective strategies from both approaches. Consequently, the digital citizenry would benefit without the regulatory burden of the European approach and the laissez-faire approach of the American stance.

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