Looking ahead to 2024, the author anticipates that making policy frameworks globally interoperable will be a key goal, with the aim of making AI tools globally inclusive and available. He stresses the need for continued collaboration between the technology industry, governments, academics, and civil society to build a strong foundation for responsible AI progress.
Key takeaways:
- 2023 is seen as the year AI went mainstream with its applications growing rapidly across industries and business functions, but there remains a trust gap and risks associated with its use.
- Governments, civil society and industry leaders worldwide are working together to establish policy frameworks to govern AI and its uses, with a focus on ensuring AI safety and effectiveness, and ethical and responsible technology.
- A risk-based approach to AI regulation is being embraced, balancing safety with innovation and focusing on high-impact applications while ensuring proper mitigation measures for potential risks.
- Technology companies are encouraged to build trust, protect privacy, prioritize transparency, and take an active role in policy discussions to develop an ethical AI framework and position themselves as leaders in the development of responsible, safe and trusted AI.