Kenya launches project to develop National AI Strategy in collaboration with German and EU partners

By |2024-04-10T07:54:57+02:00April57 10, 2024|

The Kenyan government has partnered with the GIZ GmbH to launch a project aimed at developing a National AI Strategy. Supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development and the European Union, the initiative, known as 'FAIR Forward – Artificial Intelligence for All,' recognizes the potential of AI for Kenya's digital transformation and the achievement of sustainable development goals

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World Bank states that Nigeria is on course to reach its goal for digital ID registration

By |2024-04-02T14:48:47+02:00April47 2, 2024|

Innovative measures, like improving enrollment software and collaborating with civil society to enroll more women and children, have sped up the process. Yet, challenges linger, such as the need to reduce issuance times and increase inclusivity.

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Zero Draft for the Global Digital Compact made available

By |2024-04-02T10:07:39+02:00April39 2, 2024|

The Zero Draft of the Global Digital Compact outlines a series of commitments and actions towards an inclusive, open, safe, and secure digital future for all. Among them are proposals for several new mechanisms and processes, such as a UN Digital Human Rights Advisory Service, a process to be convened by the UN Statistical Committee and CSTD to develop definitions and standards on the (re)use of data for public goods; aan International Scientific Panel on AI and an annual global dialogue on AI governance; and an office for coordinating digital and emerging technology in the UN Secretariat.

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EU releases guidelines for online platforms on electoral integrity

By |2024-03-27T13:18:39+01:00March39 27, 2024|

As the EU rolls out guidelines aimed at safeguarding electoral integrity online, Very Large Online Platforms and Search Engines face stringent measures to combat systemic risks and uphold democratic principles.

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Letter to US Commerce Secretary highlights AI transparency concerns

By |2024-03-26T15:02:43+01:00March43 26, 2024|

The submitted letter highlights the benefits of open-source AI models and calls for evidence-based policies and tailored solutions to address risks without impeding economic growth and scientific dialogue.

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UN General Assembly adopts first-ever resolution on AI

By |2024-03-22T09:55:56+01:00March56 22, 2024|

The adoption of the first UN resolution on AI could mark a key stride towards fostering a global framework that promotes the responsible and inclusive utilisation of this transformative technology, underscoring the imperative of aligning AI advancements with the collective welfare of humanity.

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Historic vote at UN General Assembly on US-led AI resolution

By |2024-03-21T18:12:44+01:00March44 21, 2024|

The draft resolution recognises the unprecedented acceleration of AI development and use and stresses the urgency of achieving global consensus on secure and trustworthy AI systems. It also aims to close the digital divide between developed and developing countries and ensure that developing countries have the technology and capabilities to take advantage of AI's benefits.

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Council of Europe: Convention on AI – Draft framework leaked (March 2024)

By |2024-03-19T10:15:58+01:00March58 19, 2024|

The Framework Convention on AI, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law was finalised by the Council of Europe Committee on AI. However, the official version has not been released to the public.

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Landmark agreement reached on Council of Europe’s AI treaty

By |2024-03-15T10:57:54+01:00March54 15, 2024|

The Framework Convention on AI, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law was finalised by the Council of Europe Committee on AI. The draft text will be referred to the Committee of Ministers for adoption and opened for signature at a later stage.

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