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Artificial intelligence is transforming workforce management across Asia-Pacific, yet most jurisdictions rely on existing employment and data protection laws rather than AI-specific legislation. Governments supplement these frameworks with ethical principles and voluntary guidance, though recent developments in Australia and Malaysia suggest a shift toward more targeted oversight of AI systems that significantly impact workers.

Organisations across Asia-Pacific are rapidly integrating artificial intelligence into workforce management, from recruitment to performance monitoring. As regulatory frameworks evolve, employers face the critical challenge of deploying AI responsibly while building effective governance structures to manage these powerful tools throughout the employment lifecycle.

The European Commission has designated ChatGPT as a Very Large Online Search Engine under the Digital Services Act, marking the first time a generative AI assistant has been classified this way. This designation, alongside Reddit and Roblox being named as Very Large Online Platforms, introduces systemic risk assessment obligations, independent audits, and advertising transparency requirements that most AI products have not previously faced. What does this mean for other AI assistants with web-search capabil

Many AI tools deployed for HR purposes are likely to be classified as "high risk" under the AI Act, triggering strict obligations for employers, including mandatory human oversight...

In a fast-moving regulatory environment, HR and legal teams are under constant pressure to find reliable answers quickly...

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On June 6, 2025, the European Commission launched a public consultation to gather input on the implementation of the EU Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act provisions and obligations related to high-risk AI systems.