Marian Lux from SWISDATA, was one of about 300 stakeholders from governments, international organizations, private sector entities, academia, and civil society who were brought together to address the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in fostering a sustainable development and bridging the digital divide in developing countries. The forum was held in Vienna at the United Nations Office (UNO-City) among others with the goal to develop an Outcome Declaration which now available in full text and we want to share it with you in this article.
Outcome Declaration
With this link (https://aifod.org/2024/07/ai-for-developing-countries-vienna-forum-outcome-declaration/) you will find the full text of the Outcome Declaration where it outlines 11 key points for action and cooperation!
FAQ
| QUESTION | ANSWER |
|---|---|
| What is the core concept throughout the forum? | Human-centric AI development philosophy, prioritizing ethics, transparency, human rights, and social impact. |
| What are the key points of action and cooperation outlined in the Eleven key points of action and cooperation? | The eleven key points of action and cooperation include: public - private collaboration for inclusive development, developing countries voice in global AI governance, cross-sector collaboration to bridge the AI divide, dynamic framework balancing regulation and innovation, AI for peace and development, inclusive global AI governance, data sovereignty and ethical framework, value of local innovation and grassroots approaches, AI education and capacity building, human-centric AI development philosophy. |
| What is the importance of local innovation and grassroots approaches in AI governance and implementation? | Supporting and nurturing indigenous AI innovation ecosystems in developing countries to create active creators of AI technology, not just consumers. |
| Why is data sovereignty crucial for developing countries? | Data sovereignty is crucial for developing countries because it respects privacy and national interests, and helps to avoid data colonialism and unfair exploitation while advancing AI development. |
| What is the importance of local innovation in AI governance? | Local innovation in AI governance is important because it allows developing countries to be active creators of AI technology, not just consumers, and supports indigenous AI innovation ecosystems. |
| What is the role of human-centric AI development philosophy in AI governance? | The human-centric AI development philosophy ensures that AI technologies serve human needs and promote social equity and sustainable development. |
| What was the main topic of the AI for Developing Countries Forum? | The main topic of the AI for Developing Countries Forum was 'Fair AI for a Fair World'. |
| What is the main concern of developing countries regarding AI? | Developing countries are particularly concerned about fairness, data sovereignty, democratization, and governance issues related to AI. |
| What is the purpose of AIFOD? | AIFOD will bring together AI researchers, ethicists, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss practical strategies and best practices for leveraging AI in ways that promote equity, security, and innovation across the Global South. |
| What are some key points about the AI for Developing Countries Forum? | The AI for Developing Countries Forum aims to bridge the gap between developing countries and the global AI community, promote knowledge sharing, and foster partnerships and collaborations. |