Trust in AI: Navigating Ethics and Policy

In an era where AI is a foundational pillar of public services, critical infrastructure, and global commerce, the imperative to build systems that society can trust has never been more vital. This session brings together leading voices from government, tech, and the broader industrial landscape to address the frameworks and collaborative mechanisms required for a secure digital future. Participants will delve into: 1. Enterprise Responsibility: How businesses and industries can move from philosophical ethics to rigorous AI safety and accountability standards. 2. Global Frameworks: Comparing approaches such as the EU AI Act with emerging perspectives from the Global South. 3. Democratic Oversight: Ensuring that “Netizens” and enterprise stakeholders have a voice in policy development to foster widespread public trust. 4. Coordinated Response: Building international mechanisms to identify and mitigate AI-driven risks, from deepfakes to algorithmic bias.