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SINGAPORE, Dec 3, 2018 - (ACN Newswire) - Singapore's Advisory Council on the Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data convened for their inaugural meeting on Friday, Nov 30.
 | | Inaugural Meeting of the Advisory Council on the Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence and Data, held Friday, Nov 30, 2018. |
The Advisory Council[1] brings together transnational thought leaders and industry captains from diverse backgrounds spanning the spectrum of large tech providers, users, the academia and government. Members comprise international leaders in AI such as Google, Microsoft and Alibaba; advocates of social and consumer interests; and leaders of local companies who are keen users of AI.
Council members had a robust discussion on the ethical use of AI and data. This included discussion on the paper released by the Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) in June 2018 on the responsible development and adoption of AI. There were many suggestions given on how to improve the draft model framework. The Advisory Council called for broader engagement and consultation of the draft model framework.
The meeting is a timely reminder of how a private-public relationship is necessary to enable the Digital Economy. A trusted AI ecosystem is critical for industries to effectively adopt innovative emerging technologies and business models, while ensuring strong consumer confidence, protection and participation. In the area of data and data-driven technologies like AI, the development of responsible practices must be informed by diverse views and a global perspective. Singapore aims to contribute to the global discourse by proposing a pragmatic governance framework that translates ethical principles into practice. An updated draft will be made available soon.
Senior Minister of State Dr Janil Puthucheary said, "I am especially thankful for the attendance of a strong and diverse transnational mix of members, including tech giants, companies large and small, users, academia and government. Building a future Digital Economy with a trusted AI ecosystem is critical."
The Advisory Council is one of three structured, interlinked initiatives[2] to support the engagement of stakeholders to collaboratively develop a trusted and vibrant AI ecosystem and position Singapore as a leading hub for AI. The list of members can be found below.
AI as an enabler in the Digital Economy Framework for Action -
IMDA, in collaboration with AI Singapore, has announced initiatives in support of our AI strategy to:
1. Drive industry adoption of AI, and promote understanding of the benefits from implementing AI;
2. Build a vibrant ecosystem of AI developers and companies, users and suppliers, and talented researchers and engineers;
3. Identify specific AI leadership areas to grow industry and R&D capabilities; and
4. Provide clarity and review relevant regulations for an AI-conducive business environment.
[1] For further detail, please refer to the Artificial Intelligence Governance and Ethics Initiatives fact sheet by IMDA, 05 June, 2018, https://bit.ly/2RtRCsb.
[2] The other two initiatives announced were (a) A discussion paper released by PDPC on responsible development and adoption of AI, which will be used by the Advisory Council to frame its deliberations; and (b) A Research Programme on the Governance of AI and Data Use to advance and inform scholarly research on AI governance issues which will be run by the Singapore Management University. For more details, please refer to the Artificial Intelligence Governance and Ethics Initiatives fact sheet by IMDA, 05 June, 2018, https://bit.ly/2RtRCsb.
Photograph: Council Members, Advisory Council on the Ethical Use of AI and Data
- Front row (L to R): Dr. Chen Wei, Ms. Jenni Aldrich, Ms. Hamidah Aidillah Mustafa, Ms. Sara Yu Siying, Prof. Chan Heng Chee
- Back row (L to R): Mr. Andreas Ebert, Mr. Piyush Gupta, Mr. V K Rajah SC, Mr. Peter Ho, Senior Minister of State Janil Puthucheary, Mr. Chia Song Hwee, Mr. Amit Anand
About Info-communications Media Development Authority (IMDA)
The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) leads Singapore's digital transformation with infocomm media. To do this, IMDA will develop a dynamic digital economy and a cohesive digital society, driven by an exceptional infocomm media (ICM) ecosystem - by developing talent, strengthening business capabilities, and enhancing Singapore's ICM infrastructure. IMDA also regulates the telecommunications and media sectors to safeguard consumer interests while fostering a pro-business environment, and enhances Singapore's data protection regime through the Personal Data Protection Commission.
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- The Advisory Council on the Ethical Use of AI and Data (alphabetical order):
1] Mr V.K. Rajah SC (Chairman) - Essex Court Chambers Duxton (Singapore Group Practice)
2] Ms Jenni Aldrich - Asia Pacific Vice President of Legal, Google
3] Mr Amit Anand - Co-founder and Managing Partner, Jungle Ventures
4] Professor Chan Heng Chee - Chairman, Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities, Singapore University of Technology and Design
5] Dr Chen Wei - Chief Operating Officer, Social Credits
6] Mr Chia Song Hwee - President & Chief Operating Officer, Temasek International
7] Mr Andreas Ebert - Worldwide National Technology Officer, Office of the CTO, Industries, Microsoft Corporation
8] Mr Piyush Gupta - Chief Executive Officer, DBS Group
9] Ms Hamidah Aidillah Mustafa - Founder, Parrot Social Pte Ltd
10] Mr Peter Ho - Chairman, National Supercomputing Centre Steering Committee
11] Ms Sara Yu Siying - Vice President, Deputy General Counsel, Partner, Alibaba Group
Release available at the SG Press Centre: https://bit.ly/2DVNnSg.
Topic: Research / Industry Report
Source: Info-communications Media Development Authority (IMDA)
Sectors: Media & Marketing, Electronics, Enterprise IT, CyberSecurity, Materials & Nanotech, Wireless, Apps, Broadcast, Film & Sat, Education, Artificial Intel [AI], Local Biz, Automation [IoT]
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