The ICO recently published the outcome of its consultations on generative AI with its findings under five headings:

1. The lawful basis for web scraping to train generative AI tools
2. Purpose limitation in the generative AI lifecycle
3. Accuracy of training data and tool outputs
4. Engineering individual rights into generative AI tools
5. Allocating controllership across the generative AI supply chain

In short, it has retained its position on purpose limitation, accuracy of data and controllership. Also, it has updated its position on legitimate interest and individual rights.

This type of guidance is useful, particularly as the UK currently lacks legislation that directly addresses AI. For more detailed analysis on the outcome of the ICO’s consultation, read the original post on the HCR Law website.

If you need advice, contact me at +44 20 3824 9748 or fjennings@hcrlaw.com.