Is Libya Ready for AI Regulation?

11 July 2025

Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept, it’s a present-day force transforming how governments function, businesses operate, and societies live. From predictive healthcare and automated customer service to AI-generated content and real-time decision-making tools, the global AI wave is rising fast. The question now is: is Libya ready to ride it or regulate it?

In recent years, Libya has seen an encouraging shift toward digital adoption, particularly in the private sector. From startups experimenting with AI-driven customer solutions to banks exploring automation in financial services, the momentum is real. However, with rapid innovation comes an urgent need for structure. AI, while powerful, carries risks bias in algorithms, misuse of facial recognition, threats to data privacy, and automation displacing jobs.

These challenges make it essential to think beyond implementation and start focusing on regulation. Libya has the chance to be proactive. With no deeply entrenched legacy systems to untangle, the country can:

• Build ethical frameworks for how AI is developed and used

• Set standards for transparency and accountability

• Encourage innovation without compromising safety or privacy

Early AI regulation isn’t about slowing growth, it’s about building trust, credibility, and sustainability in a technology-driven future. Countries like the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt have already introduced AI strategies and ethical guidelines. These frameworks help balance national priorities with global competitiveness.

For Libya, regulation must consider:

• Data sovereignty and security

• Educational readiness to train an AI-capable workforce

• How AI intersects with Libya’s social, political, and economic landscape

• The balance between private-sector innovation and public safety

Code Libya 2026 is more than just an exhibition—it's the central hub for Libya’s digital transformation. AI regulation will be a key discussion point across panels and sessions, with input from:

• Policymakers

• Local and international AI experts

• Legal and compliance leaders

• Startups and enterprise innovators

Whether you’re a government official exploring tech policy or a developer building AI product, this is where your voice and expertise matter.

Why You Should Participate

For Businesses (B2B):Meet decision-makers, policymakers, and innovators who will shape Libya’s tech policies. Build partnerships, showcase your solutions, and stay ahead of regulatory trends that may soon affect your industry.

For Individuals (B2C):Learn how AI will shape your world from job opportunities to how your data is used. Whether you're a student, developer, or tech enthusiast, this is your chance to be part of the dialogue.