Problems and prospects of international and national legal regulation of technologies using artificial intelligence

In the context of the rapid development of artificial intelligence technologies, issues related to its legal regulation at the national and international levels are becoming particularly relevant. This article is dedicated to analyzing current challenges and the prospects for the formation of global legal standards in this area. Key problems related to the implementation of artificial intelligence are discussed, including questions of liability for the actions of autonomous systems, the protection of personal data, the environmental consequences of operating artificial intelligence systems, and the risks of misinformation dissemination. Special attention is given to the contradictions between the necessity of ensuring the transparency of algorithms and the protection of developers' intellectual property. Additionally, the ethical aspect of artificial intelligence application is reviewed, including the issue of algorithmic discrimination and the risks associated with the use of automated systems in contemporary realities. The paper analyzes the current state of international law in the field of artificial intelligence, including initiatives from bodies such as WIPO and OECD, and presents a comparative analysis of national approaches to regulation using the EU, China, and France as examples. The significance of the European Regulation on Artificial Intelligence, adopted in 2024, is emphasized, marking the first establishment of a risk-oriented regulatory model for artificial intelligence technology. The paper concludes that there are no unified international standards, creating legal conflicts, especially in cross-border aspects of artificial intelligence application. Proposed directions for future development include harmonization of legislation, creation of control mechanisms, and adaptation of environmental law to modern trends in digitalization. In addition to the mentioned shortcomings, the article notes positive trends in the development of legal norms in the field of artificial intelligence application. The importance of international cooperation for minimizing technological and regulatory gaps between countries with varying levels of digital infrastructure development is emphasized. Existing differences in approaches to AI regulation should not hinder cooperation between states with differing methods but rather facilitate the exchange of experience in this matter.