Session
Organizer 1: Auke Pals, 🔒
Speaker 1: Ananda Gautam, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Group
Speaker 2: Lisa Vermeer, Government, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 3: Juliana Sakai, Civil Society, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Auke Pals, Technical Community, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Marjolijn Bonthuis Bonthuis, Intergovernmental Organization, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Hogewoning Maarten, Government, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Roundtable
Duration (minutes): 60
Format description: A roundtable session format is ideal for workshops due to its collaborative and inclusive nature. Unlike traditional formats where one person leads the discussion, roundtables promote equal participation, fostering diverse perspectives and idea exchange. This setup encourages active engagement from all attendees, creating a dynamic environment where everyone feels valued and heard.
A. What impact might European regulations have on the global ecosystem of AI?
B. What actions should international standardization bodies take in light of worldwide AI regulations?
C. In what ways can civil society enhance the enforcement of AI regulations?
What will participants gain from attending this session? 1. Understanding the Impact of European Legislation on Global AI Governance: Participants will explore how the AI Act, the inaugural legislation dedicated to regulating AI applications, can catalyze significant global legislative changes. They will grasp how European regulations can mold AI governance frameworks and laws internationally.
2. Evolving Dynamics of AI Governance Worldwide: Participants will delve into the evolving landscape of AI governance across diverse organizations globally. They will discover various strategies, exemplary practices, and emerging trends, empowering them to tailor their organizational strategies effectively.
3. Unveiling Future Roles in the Global AI Ecosystem: Participants will uncover the forthcoming roles in the evolving AI governance sphere. They will scrutinize the requisite responsibilities, skills, and qualifications for these roles, fostering an understanding of how they can actively influence and enhance the development of AI governance practices.
Description:
In the European Union, laws and regulations concerning the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) are have been finalised. This milestone marks a significant point in history.
The AI Act, the primary legislation in question, introduces regulations for AI applications. However, it does so through a risk-based approach. This approach has implications beyond the EU's borders as the AI Act applies to any organization utilizing AI products within the EU.
Given the widespread presence of non-European AI suppliers in the EU market, these entities must also comply with the AI Act based on their product's risk level. Consequently, affected organizations must establish an AI governance framework to meet these legal obligations.
The AI Act delineates between various roles in meeting its requirements, including users and providers of AI systems. However, its impact extends to other stakeholders such as civil society, regulators, auditors, and lawmakers outside the EU.
The complexity of the law stems from its risk-based approach and the diverse roles it addresses, posing challenges in implementation, enforcement, and evaluating effectiveness. This complexity is anticipated to have a significant global impact on organizations, potentially establishing a new standard for AI governance worldwide.
The objective of the session is to discuss with participants the necessary steps to:
• Develop a standardized AI governance framework to mitigate AI-related risks for organizations.
• Foster global adoption by promoting interoperability among regulatory regimes worldwide.
• Ensure the legislation remains adaptable to future advancements in AI technology.
Participants will include lawmakers, AI developers, civil society organizations, and auditors, facilitating a comprehensive exploration of the topic.
A. Facilitating collaborative discussions among participants to exchange diverse perspectives and experiences regarding the policy questions being addressed. Through open and constructive dialogue, attendees can contribute to a comprehensive pool of solutions. This will inform discussions on AI governance at the EU level, including the AI Act, and in various global multistakeholder forums such as the OECD and ITU.
B. The report generated from this IGF workshop will serve as a valuable resource within the Policy network on Artificial Intelligence. Furthermore, it will be disseminated widely to policymakers, researchers, and practitioners in the field. This extensive distribution aims to ensure that the knowledge and recommendations generated during the session reach a diverse audience, thereby enhancing understanding of AI governance issues.
Hybrid Format: To facilitate interaction between onsite and online speakers and attendees, we will ensure to have the following measures taken:
(1) Firstly, we will ensure a balanced approach that grants equal participation opportunities to both onsite and online participants. This includes equal speaking time and encouraging speakers to address both groups. The onsite moderator will actively facilitate interaction, ensuring questions and comments from both groups are heard and addressed. Seamless collaboration between the onsite and online moderators will also be ensured.
(2) Secondly, to enhance participation and interaction, we will utilize interactive tools such as live polls, chat features, and Q&A sessions. These online platforms will foster inclusivity, enabling active engagement from all participants regardless of their location.
Our goal is to create a dynamic and inclusive session that allows for meaningful interaction and exchange of ideas between onsite and online participants, ensuring a valuable experience for all involved