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Business Wire
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
AI Use Is Outpacing Policy and Governance, ISACA Finds
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nearly three out of four European IT and cybersecurity professionals say staff are already using generative AI at work – up ten points in a year – but just under a third of organisations have put formal policies in place, according to new ISACA research. AI use is outpacing policy and governance, ISACA finds. The use of AI is becoming more prevalent within the workplace, and so regulating its use is best practice. Yet not even a third (31%) of organisations have a formal, comprehensive AI policy in place, highlighting a disparity between how often AI is used versus how closely it's regulated in workplaces. Policies work twofold to enhance activity and protect businesses AI is already making a positive impact– for example, over half (56%) of respondents say it has boosted organisational productivity, and 71% report efficiency gains and time savings. Looking ahead, 62% are optimistic that AI will positively impact their organisation in the next year. Yet that same speed and scale make the technology a magnet for bad actors. Almost two-thirds (63%) are extremely or very concerned that generative AI could be turned against them, while 71% expect deepfakes to grow sharper and more widespread in the year ahead. Despite that, only 18% of organisations are putting money into deepfake-detection tools—a significant security gap. This disconnect leaves businesses exposed at a time when AI-powered threats are evolving fast. AI has significant promise, but without clear policies and training to mitigate risks, it becomes a potential liability. Robust, role-specific guidelines are needed to help businesses safely harness AI's potential. 'With the EU AI Act setting new standards for risk management and transparency, organisations need to move quickly from awareness to action,' says Chris Dimitriadis, ISACA's Chief Global Strategy Officer. 'AI threats, from misinformation to deepfakes, are advancing rapidly, yet most organisations have not invested in the tools or training to counter them. Closing this risk-action gap isn't just about compliance – it's critical to safeguarding innovation and maintaining trust in the digital economy.' Education is the way to get the best from AI But policies are only as effective as the people who understand - and can confidently put them into practice. As AI continues to evolve, there is a need to upskill and gain new qualifications - 42% believe that they will need to increase their skills and knowledge in AI within the next six months in order to retain their job or advance their career - an increase of 8% from just last year. Most (89%) recognise that this will be needed within the next two years. For more on the 2025 AI pulse poll, visit For ISACA resources on AI, including free content guides as well as training courses and certifications on AI audit and AI security management, visit Notes to Editors All figures are based on fieldwork conducted by ISACA between 28 March and 14 April 2025, amongst a total of 561 business and IT professionals in Europe. In total, ISACA surveyed more than 3,200 business and IT professionals worldwide. About ISACA ISACA ® ( has empowered its community of 185,000+ members with the knowledge, credentials, training and network they need to thrive in fields like information security, governance, assurance, risk management, data privacy and emerging tech. With a presence in more than 190 countries and with nearly 230 chapters worldwide, ISACA offers resources tailored to every stage of members' careers.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Tech lobby group urges EU leaders to pause AI Act
STOCKHOLM: Tech lobbying group CCIA Europe , whose members include Alphabet, Meta and Apple, on Thursday urged European Union to pause implementation of the AI Act , saying a rushed roll-out risks jeopardizing the continent's AI aspirations. Europe's landmark AI rules entered into force in June last year with various provisions to be implemented in a phased manner. Important provisions of the EU AI Act, including rules for general purpose AI (GPAI) models, were due to apply on August 2. But some parts of the GPAI, which were expected to be published on May 2, got delayed. "With critical parts of the AI Act still missing just weeks before rules kick in, we need a pause to get the Act right, or risk stalling innovation altogether," said Daniel Friedlaender, CCIA Europe's senior vice president. Political leaders such as Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson have also called AI rules "confusing" and asked the EU to pause the Act, ahead of a meeting with other EU leaders in Brussels on Thursday. More than two-thirds of European businesses said they struggle to understand their responsibilities under the EU AI Act, according to a survey by Amazon Web Services. The EU AI Act is more comprehensive than the United States' light-touch voluntary compliance approach while China's approach aims to maintain social stability and state control. "We are currently implementing the AI Act," EU tech chief Henna Virkkunen told EU lawmakers earlier this month when asked if she would consider a temporary halt to enforcing the AI Act. "I want to implement it in a very innovation friendly manner ... the main concern among some stakeholders is that this is hindering innovations."
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Tech lobby group urges EU leaders to pause AI Act
Tech lobbying group CCIA Europe, whose members include Alphabet, Meta and Apple, on Thursday urged European Union to pause implementation of the AI Act, saying a rushed roll-out risks impacting the continent's AI aspirations. Europe's landmark AI rules entered into force in June last year with various provisions to be implemented in a phased manner. Important provisions of the EU AI Act, including rules for general purpose AI (GPAI) models, were due to apply on August 2. But some parts of the GPAI, which were expected to be published on May 2, got delayed. "With critical parts of the AI Act still missing just weeks before rules kick in, we need a pause to get the Act right, or risk stalling innovation altogether," said Daniel Friedlaender, CCIA Europe's senior vice president. Political leaders such as Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson have also called AI rules "confusing" and asked the EU to pause the Act, ahead of a meeting with other EU leaders in Brussels on Thursday. More than two-thirds of European businesses said they struggle to understand their responsibilities under the EU AI Act, according to a survey by Amazon Web Services. The EU AI Act is more comprehensive than the United States' light-touch voluntary compliance approach while China's approach aims to maintain social stability and state control. "We are currently implementing the AI Act," EU tech chief Henna Virkkunen told EU lawmakers earlier this month when asked if she would consider a temporary halt to enforcing the AI Act. "I want to implement it in a very innovation friendly manner ... the main concern among some stakeholders is that this is hindering innovations."
Economic Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Tech lobby group urges EU leaders to pause AI Act
Tech lobbying group CCIA Europe, whose members include Alphabet, Meta and Apple, on Thursday urged European Union to pause implementation of the AI Act, saying a rushed roll-out risks jeopardizing the continent's AI aspirations. Europe's landmark AI rules entered into force in June last year with various provisions to be implemented in a phased manner. Important provisions of the EU AI Act, including rules for general purpose AI (GPAI) models, were due to apply on August 2. But some parts of the GPAI, which were expected to be published on May 2, got delayed. "With critical parts of the AI Act still missing just weeks before rules kick in, we need a pause to get the Act right, or risk stalling innovation altogether," said Daniel Friedlaender, CCIA Europe's senior vice president. Political leaders such as Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson have also called AI rules "confusing" and asked the EU to pause the Act, ahead of a meeting with other EU leaders in Brussels on Thursday. More than two-thirds of European businesses said they struggle to understand their responsibilities under the EU AI Act, according to a survey by Amazon Web Services. The EU AI Act is more comprehensive than the United States' light-touch voluntary compliance approach while China's approach aims to maintain social stability and state control. "We are currently implementing the AI Act," EU tech chief Henna Virkkunen told EU lawmakers earlier this month when asked if she would consider a temporary halt to enforcing the AI Act. "I want to implement it in a very innovation friendly manner ... the main concern among some stakeholders is that this is hindering innovations." Elevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea. Punit Goenka reloads Zee with Bullet and OTT focus. Can he beat mighty rivals? 3 critical hurdles in India's quest for rare earth independence HDB Financial may be cheaper than Bajaj Fin, but what about returns? INR1,300 crore loans for INR100? Stamp duty notice to ArcelorMittal, banks. Stock Radar: Titan Company breaks out from 3-month consolidation; check target & stop loss for long positions For risk-takers: More than bullish, be selective; 5 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with an upside potential of up to 38% Multibagger or IBC - Part 12: If transition is successful then there is no limit. But there is a big 'IF' These mid-cap stocks with 'Strong Buy' & 'Buy' recos can rally over 25%, according to analysts
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Tech lobby group urges EU leaders to pause AI Act
Academy Empower your mind, elevate your skills Tech lobbying group CCIA Europe , whose members include Alphabet , Meta and Apple, on Thursday urged European Union to pause implementation of the AI Act , saying a rushed roll-out risks jeopardizing the continent's AI landmark AI rules entered into force in June last year with various provisions to be implemented in a phased provisions of the EU AI Act, including rules for general purpose AI (GPAI) models, were due to apply on August 2. But some parts of the GPAI, which were expected to be published on May 2, got delayed."With critical parts of the AI Act still missing just weeks before rules kick in, we need a pause to get the Act right, or risk stalling innovation altogether," said Daniel Friedlaender, CCIA Europe's senior vice leaders such as Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson have also called AI rules "confusing" and asked the EU to pause the Act, ahead of a meeting with other EU leaders in Brussels on than two-thirds of European businesses said they struggle to understand their responsibilities under the EU AI Act, according to a survey by Amazon Web EU AI Act is more comprehensive than the United States' light-touch voluntary compliance approach while China's approach aims to maintain social stability and state control."We are currently implementing the AI Act," EU tech chief Henna Virkkunen told EU lawmakers earlier this month when asked if she would consider a temporary halt to enforcing the AI Act."I want to implement it in a very innovation friendly manner ... the main concern among some stakeholders is that this is hindering innovations."
