Source: Times of Malta

Times of Malta – The article discusses how Maltese authorities and legal experts are increasingly concerned about the potential for AI technologies to infringe on fundamental human rights, including the right to privacy, equality, and freedom from discrimination. The call for action was echoed in a recent roundtable on digital ethics in Valletta.

The piece highlights Malta’s position within the EU in advocating for strong safeguards in AI systems, particularly in public administration, justice, and law enforcement. Legal professionals are urging for transparency, human oversight, and algorithmic accountability, citing real-world cases of AI misuse across Europe.

Malta supports the EU AI Act, but is also calling for stricter international mechanisms to enforce human rights standards in tech development. The article underlines the risks of digital surveillance, biased decision-making, and lack of access to remedies.