It’s a milestone moment for NORAI Connect: our Foundations of Artificial Intelligence series is now complete. Today, we’re proud to announce the launch of the fourth and final course: Foundations of Artificial Intelligence: Ethics, Risks & Regulation.
As artificial intelligence becomes a driving force across every sector, understanding its ethical challenges, risks and the regulatory frameworks shaping its use is no longer optional – it’s essential. This new course offers a clear, practical introduction to the societal implications of AI, with a strong focus on trust, fairness, privacy and accountability.
Who Is It For?
Whether you’re a policymaker, developer, team leader, or simply a curious citizen, this course meets you where you are. No technical background is required – just a willingness to engage with the social, ethical and legal issues that will define the future of AI in Europe and beyond.
The course draws on real examples, up-to-date legal developments and actionable advice for responsible AI use. By the end, you’ll be able to recognise both the risks and responsibilities of deploying AI – and gain practical tools to ensure your work advances AI for the benefit of all.
Why This Course Matters
AI is rapidly moving from research labs to real-world decision-making – helping diagnose illness, power businesses and shape public debate. But as these systems become more influential, so too do the risks: AI hallucinations, algorithmic bias, privacy breaches and the impact of opaque “black box” models on trust and society.
This course was designed to demystify these challenges, offering practical lessons on:
The difference between AI hallucinations, misinformation and intentional deception
The real-world consequences of bias in AI – and how to spot and fix them
Why data privacy and user consent matter in an age of AI-powered surveillance
What global AI regulation looks like, with a deep dive into the EU AI Act and international frameworks
How explainability and transparency are reshaping the standards for trustworthy, human-centred AI
About the Series
Foundations of Artificial Intelligence: Ethics, Risks & Regulation is the final chapter in the four-part AI Fundamentals series on NORAI Connect free AI course platform.
For those looking for a deeper, book-length treatment of these fundamentals, we recommend the companion resource: Artificial Intelligence Made Unlocked (ISBN 978-952-88-0520-5) by Victor A. Lausas. The eBook is free for a limited time to North Atlantic’s newsletter subscribers.
Ready to Learn?
Enrolment is now open. The course is free, self-paced and comes with a certificate of completion. Take the next step toward understanding and building ethical, responsible AI – right here in Europe.
Start the course now on NORAI Connect
Let’s raise the standard for AI education – together.
North Atlantic UK
Victor A. Lausas
Chief Executive Officer
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