Germany: Announced creation of DSK Artificial Intelligence Working Group

On 15 November 2024, the Conference of the Independent Data Protection Supervisory Authorities of the Federal and State Governments of Germany (DSK) announced the creation of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Working Group. The Working Group will adopt requirements and recommendations for the development and use of AI systems in compliance with data protection regulations. The Working Group aims to consolidate technical and legal expertise from DSK’s supervisory authorities to monitor AI technologies. Additionally, the DSK noted that the Working Group will focus on the use of personal data in AI training.