AI legislation is important in upholding universal human rights

“Right now, AI governance is not keeping pace with technological advancements. This leaves the human cost of Artificial Intelligence largely unmeasured, and therefore not managed.

Our AI Company Data Initiative (AICDI) shows that companies behave more responsibly when regulation demands it.

Yet, the data shows just how far there is to go: 14% of companies assess the impact of their AI use on privacy and a mere 7% conduct human rights assessments.

Relying on self-governance or moral imperatives alone will not protect people from digital harm.

Unsurprisingly, our data demonstrates that companies are far more likely to practise transparency when there is a regulatory obligation to do so.

Acting now gives us the opportunity to shape AI in a way that minimises societal harm and strengthens the democratic institutions we all rely on.“

– Katie Fowler, Director of Responsible Business