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AI for Global Change: Principles for Responsible AI Adoption

SpeakerS:

Sabastian Niles, President & Chief Legal Officer, Salesforce
Deemah AlYahya, Secretary-General, Digital Cooperation Organization

With Core Programming Partner

“Personally, I think that every nation has to work on their AI governance and then look at a regional level and then an international level, and with consensus on specific topics. But I think when it comes to AI, no size fits all.” Deemah AlYahya
“When you talk about the role of the private sector, the path forward around some fresh ways or frameworks for collaboration—civil society, private sector, government, academia, and research—does very much feel key.” Sebastian Niles

Key takeaways:

  • Governments and innovators collaboration is crucial: Innovators are the engine of the digital economy, but there is a communication gap between them and governments. Co-creation and co-design of policies are necessary to empower innovators and align with government priorities.
  • Digital transformation requires global cooperation: No country can achieve digital transformation alone due to the vast agenda involving infrastructure, human capital development, policies, and adoption of emerging technologies. Countries need to work together, leveraging each other’s competitive advantages to address challenges collectively.
  • AI governance tailored to each nation: When it comes to AI, “no size fits all.” Each nation must develop its own AI governance structures before collaborating on regional and international levels. Innovative policy methods are needed to keep pace with rapid technological advancement. 
  • Addressing infrastructure gaps to prevent  power divide: Without access to AI infrastructure such as computing power, many countries risk being left behind, increasing the global power divide. Initiatives like the GenAI Center of Excellence aim to provide shared infrastructure to support multiple countries.
  • Representation of countries in the innovation value chain: Countries contributing critical resources (e.g., raw materials for semiconductors) should have a seat at the table in discussions about technology development and policy, ensuring equitable participation in the digital economy.

Action items:

  • Establish government and private sector collaboration: Create forums where innovators and governments can engage in open dialogue to co-create policies and initiatives, addressing communication gaps and fostering mutual understanding.
  • Develop national AI governance frameworks: Encourage nations to craft their own AI governance policies tailored to their unique contexts, which can then inform regional and international collaborations for broader consensus.
  • Invest in shared AI infrastructure: Support projects like the GenAI Center of Excellence to provide access to computing power and AI resources for countries lacking infrastructure, preventing them from being left behind in the digital economy.
  • Includediverse voices in global tech: Ensure that countries with significant contributions to the tech value chain are included in international policymaking and innovation discussions, promoting equity and addressing disparities.
  • Foster innovation and trust: Build collaborative ecosystems involving governments, the private sector, and international organizations to promote innovation, customer success, equality, and sustainability in digital transformation efforts.

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