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INQ Releases AI Ethics and Governance Course in Partnership with D2L
INQ Consulting is thrilled to announce the launch of “Introduction to AI Ethics and Governance,” a new self-directed online course developed in collaboration with D2L.
This course aims to equip learners with essential knowledge and approaches to navigate the ethical and regulatory challenges posed by AI technology. Delve into key principles, legal frameworks, and best practices, ensuring you emerge with the skills needed to contribute to the responsible development and deployment of AI systems.
To register and access the course, click here.
HIGHLIGHTED CASE STUDY
INQ Supports Pharmaceutical Company on Data & AI Ethics
In 2022-3, INQ was engaged to support a pharmaceutical company to arm the business with the awareness, knowledge, tools to operationalize data & AI ethics.
How it Started
This pharmaceutical company sought to be a leader in operationalizing data & AI ethics. The goal was to ensure ethics is robust and scalable to meet the shifting and evolving landscape, particularly as it relates to data projects, analytics, and other digital demands.
How it’s Going
INQ supported the company to provide training on ethics to staff, develop a series of policies and prioritize enhancements to their governance and oversight mechanisms. INQ delivered:
Data & AI Ethics training package
A business case for data & AI ethics
Ad hoc ethics support for leadership on data projects
Result? INQ has supported the company in operationalizing Data & AI governance. Today, the organization is operationalizing data and AI ethics into the company culture to support responsible data use for today and the future.
“OPERATIONALIZING ETHICS implies instilling life, energy, courage, & vigour across the Data and AI pipeline. Our work together is building this.”
Head of AI,
Large Pharmaceutical Company
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: INQ EVENTS
WEBINAR: UNPACKING ISO/IEC 42001
Learn from the best as Marta Janczarski, Project Editor for ISO/IEC 42001 and Carole Piovesan of INQ unpack the world’s first Artificial Intelligence Management System Standard and discuss its use and global impact.
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WEBINAR: UNLOCKING VALUE FROM AI IN HEALTHCARE
Watch as Dr. Jeremy Petch, the Director of Digital Health Innovation from Hamilton Health Sciences and Carole Piovesan of INQ discuss strategies for implementing AI responsible in healthcare.
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FROM OUR BLOG: ESSENTIAL READS
In case you missed it, here are some of our most recent blog posts:
Unpacking ISO/IEC 42001: A New Era of Responsible AI Management
The ISO/IEC 42001 Standard is a game-changer for organizations navigating the complexities of AI. In our latest blog post, we unpack everything you need to know about the standard and its comprehensive framework. Take this opportunity to learn how to establish your organization’s AI governance program in line with the latest in AI standards.
To read more, click here.
Unlocking Value from AI in Healthcare: Advancing Responsible AI in the Healthcare Sector
Explore the transformative potential of AI in healthcare and discover practical strategies for responsible innovation, ensuring seamless AI adoption in healthcare while prioritizing privacy and adhering to legislative requirements.
To read more, click here.
New Administrative Monetary Penalties available to the Regulator under the Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004
Are you prepared for the latest PHIPA amendments? Check out our blog post from INQ Law to stay informed on the new AMP framework, criteria for penalties to be considered by IPC, and crucial steps for compliance.
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The AI Governance of Tomorrow: Key Takeaways from IAPP’s First AI Governance Conference
The IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals recently held its inaugural AI Governance Global Conference in late 2023, bringing together leaders across the industry to discuss the future of AI. Discover the key insights and takeaways from the event in INQ’s latest blog post.
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United Nations Ramping Up ‘AI For Humanity’ with New Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence
Explore the UN’s new Advisory Body and its mission to shape the future of global AI governance.
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Key Takeaways for Businesses from Biden’s Executive Order on A.I.
Recent global developments signal a pivotal moment for AI regulation. The Biden Administration’s landmark Executive Order provides crucial directives for businesses navigating the evolving AI environment, focusing on responsible innovation and ethical application.
To read more, click here.
RECENT AI DEVELOPMENTS
EU AI Act Finalized
The European Parliament and EU member states reached a groundbreaking agreement on the world’s first extensive laws to regulate artificial intelligence in late 2023. European Commissioner Thierry Breton, overseeing a range of European laws regulating social media and search engines, including major companies like X, TikTok, and Google, hailed the agreement as a ‘historic’ achievement.
The EU AI Act now constitutes the most sweeping rulebook of its kind for the technology. It includes bans on biometric systems that identify people using sensitive characteristics such as sexual orientation and race and the indiscriminate scraping of faces from the internet. Lawmakers also agreed that law enforcement should be able to use biometric identification systems in public spaces for certain crimes.
New transparency requirements for all general-purpose AI models, like OpenAI's GPT-4, which powers ChatGPT, and stricter rules for “very powerful” models were also included. “The AI Act sets rules for large, powerful AI models, ensuring they do not present systemic risks to the Union,” says Dragos Tudorache, member of the European Parliament and one of two co-rapporteurs leading the negotiations.
Sources: WIRED, NYT, The Guardian
Draft Federal AI Legislation Expected Soon in the US
In January it was announced that Senate Commerce Committee Chair Maria Cantwell is preparing a series of bipartisan bills on artificial intelligence (“AI”). These bills would address various challenges, including deepfakes, job training, algorithmic bias, digital privacy, national security, and AI innovation. The legislation has the support of Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and involves collaboration among various Senate committees. The bills, expected to be introduced in early 2024, aim to position the United States as a leader in AI policy and competitiveness.
Yet, AI experts have said that there are still hurdles to overcome, including reaching bipartisan agreement and effectively balancing regulation with innovation. “The low-lying fruits are AI bills related to deepfakes in a narrow fashion, AI research and development, consumer fraud, and workers displaced by AI,” said Samuel Hammond, a senior economist focused on AI policy at the Foundation for American Innovation.
Sources: FedScoop
UK to Publish Tests on AI Regulation
In January, it was announced that the UK government was preparing to publish a “series of tests that need to be met to pass new laws on artificial intelligence” as it aims to focus on a lighter regulatory approach compared to other countries. These “tests” would trigger interventions if the systems put in place by the UK’s AI Safety Institute fail to identify risks around the technology or if AI companies fail to uphold voluntary commitments to avoid harm. Several leading AI companies, including OpenAI, Google, DeepMind, Microsoft, and Meta, have voluntarily committed to ensuring the safety of their AI products. This agreement allows the UK’s AI Safety Institute to evaluate powerful AI models before their release, but the details of these evaluations are not yet clear. The government’s new tests are expected to be included as part of its response to a consultation on its white paper. The government has not disclosed specific details of its response but has voiced that it is working closely with regulators to ensure necessary safeguards are in place.
Sources: Financial Times