South Korea's revised AI Framework Act took effect on the 21st, bringing a
national legal and regulatory framework for the AI industry into operation. Key
changes clarify labeling obligations for generative AI, establish a "high-impact
AI" management regime, and expand industry support measures. Market participants
report unresolved questions on thresholds that trigger labeling and whether
human-edited or reviewed AI outputs remain subject to the same standards,
producing divergent interpretations. Some firms warn they may need higher
upfront legal review and risk-assessment costs before launching services.
