Second Round of the Danish AI Regulatory Sandbox Now Open for Applications

Key Takeaways

• Second Round Open for Applications: The Danish Data Protection Agency and the Danish Digital Agency are now accepting applications for the second round of their regulatory sandbox for AI, focusing on guidance for GDPR and AI Regulation.
• Purpose of the Sandbox: Designed to help companies and authorities understand and navigate AI regulations while ensuring responsible, legal AI development.
• Free Expert Guidance: Participants will benefit from tailored expert advice, strengthening their AI projects' regulatory compliance and boosting confidence.
• Deadline: The 2025 round closes for applications on April 4, 2025.

Deep Dive

The Danish Data Protection Agency and the Danish Digital Agency have announced the opening of the second round of applications for their AI regulatory sandbox. This initiative, which was launched in 2024, provides companies and authorities with access to expert guidance on navigating the complexities of AI regulations, particularly the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and AI Regulation.

The sandbox is designed to help organizations address the regulatory challenges surrounding the development and implementation of AI solutions. By participating, companies and authorities receive advice on ensuring their AI projects comply with data protection laws and risk classification requirements as set out in the AI Regulation.

Cristina Angela Gulisano, Director of the Danish Data Protection Agency, commented on the success of the first round, saying, “The experiences from last year's sandbox course have given both us and the participants a deeper understanding of how AI and GDPR interact. That's why we look forward to the next course with great interest.”

The goal of the sandbox is to foster responsible AI use by offering project-specific guidance to help reduce regulatory uncertainty, which can often delay or derail AI development efforts. Participants will benefit from free, tailored expertise and have the opportunity to contribute to future regulatory guidance efforts.

What Does Participation Involve?

The sandbox is open to all organizations, including companies and public authorities. The process is flexible and tailored to each project, but it typically spans about four months. The process begins with a kick-off meeting, where participants and experts from the Danish Data Protection Agency and the Digital Agency work together to organize the guidance course. Up to four guidance meetings follow, with participants working on relevant issues between sessions.

At the end of the process, a summary report is typically prepared, sharing insights from the project for the benefit of other organizations. The deadline for applications for the 2025 round is April 4, 2025.

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