The session included interactive exercises and highlighted the need for a multi-stakeholder approach to address global disparities in the distribution of AI technologies, with a focus on growth opportunities in underrepresented regions.
At the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, representatives from the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) and Access Partnership discussed advance the ethical governance of AI. Chris Martin, head of policy innovation at Access Partnership, highlighted the societal challenges of AI, saying: “Every decision AI systems make… will shape our lives, the way we work and the way we interact . »
Ahmad Bhinder, DCO, highlighted the importance of aligning AI governance with human rights, explaining: “We have identified the human rights most affected by AI and reviewed global approaches to regulation. The DCO presented its six ethical principles for AI governance: accountability, transparency, fairness, privacy, sustainability and people-centeredness.
Access Partnership’s Matthew Sharp has detailed a new AI ethics assessment tool designed to help developers and deployers assess and mitigate human rights risks. The tool offers risk assessments, interactive radar charts, and actionable recommendations, making it a practical resource for ethical AI development. “The tool is intended to be comprehensive and interactive, addressing various industries and applications,” Sharp said.
An interactive exercise led by Thiago tested the application of the tool in real-world scenarios, such as using AI to diagnose diseases or make job selections. Alaa Abdulaal, Head of Digital Economy Foresight at the DCO, highlighted the importance of collaboration in AI governance, saying a multi-stakeholder approach is essential to ensure global and practical solutions. Martin also highlighted the uneven adoption of AI around the world, with growth opportunities in the Middle East and North Africa.
Why is this important?
The session highlighted DCO’s commitment to creating practical tools for responsible deployment of AI while protecting human rights. Feedback collected from participants aims to further refine these efforts, demonstrating a collective push toward ethical AI in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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