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The RegulatingAI Podcast · Episode 48

AI Development and Cultural Values with Maria Luciana Axente

Maria Luciana Axente

Intellectual Forum Senior Research Associate at Jesus College, Cambridge

August 8, 2024 | 40 mins 8 secs | Season 1

AI Development and Cultural Values with Maria Luciana Axente
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About This Episode

Welcome to our new episode, where we explore the future of AI at the intersection of technology and ethics. Navigating this complex landscape is crucial for responsible AI development.

On this episode, your host Sanjay Puri is joined by Maria Luciana Axente, Head of Public Policy and Ethics at PwC UK and Intellectual Forum Senior Research Associate at Jesus College, Cambridge, who offers key insights into the ethical implications of AI.

About Regulating AI:

RegulatingAI is a dedicated non-profit organization designed for experts, mentors, and users of artificial intelligence (AI) with a keen interest in exploring the intersection of AI and regulation. We aim to unite individuals with diverse expertise and backgrounds, fostering collaboration to collectively advance the understanding and implementation of AI regulations.

Resources Mentioned:

Maria Luciana Axente – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariaaxente/
PwC UK – https://www.linkedin.com/company/pwc-uk/
Jesus College Cambridge – https://www.linkedin.com/company/jesus-college-cambridge/
PWC homepage – https://www.pwc.co.uk/

About your host

Sanjay Puri is a recognized authority on US-India relations. He serves as the Chairman of the US-India Political Action Committee (USINPAC), a national, bipartisan political action committee representing Indian-Americans. He is also the founder of the Alliance for US India Business (AUSIB), an organization dedicated to strengthening economic ties between the US and India. He is also a successful technology entrepreneur, mentor, and investor.

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In This Episode

  • 00:00 - 02:15 Introduction
  • 03:56 The importance of integrating ethical principles into AI.
  • 08:22 Preserving humanity in the age of AI.
  • 12:19 Embedding value alignment in AI systems.
  • 15:59 Fairness and voluntary commitments in AI.
  • 21:01 Participatory AI and including diverse voices.
  • 24:05 Cultural value systems shaping AI policies.
  • 26:25 The importance of reflecting on AI’s impact before implementation.
  • 27:40 Learning from other industries to govern AI better.
  • 28:59 AI is a socio-technical system, not just technology.

The Guest

Maria Luciana Axente

Intellectual Forum Senior Research Associate at Jesus College, Cambridge

Head of Public Policy and Ethics at PwC UK and Intellectual Forum Senior Research Associate at Jesus College, Cambridge, who offers key insights into the ethical implications of AI.

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