Russia: Introduced Bill establishing Digital Innovation and AI in Experimental Legal Regimes (Bill No. 512628-8)

On 15 December 2023, the Bill establishing Digital Innovation and Artificial intelligence (AI) in Experimental Legal Regimes (Bill No. 512628-8) was introduced in the State Duma. The Bill aims to broaden the scope of responsibility for damages incurred during the digital innovation testing. Additionally, the Bill provides mechanisms for tracking and identifying individuals responsible for AI-related incidents and establishes a commission to address damages caused by AI. Furthermore, the Bill aims to make the process of developing digital innovation more efficient by eliminating requirements such as the absence of a criminal record for initiators and extending the validity periods of these regimes.