Everyone Should Have a Say in Making the Rules for AI, Singapore AI Czar Says

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He Ruimin, the chief artificial intelligence officer of Singapore, gave a speech on July 5 at the World AI Conference in Shanghai. Photo: WAIC

Policymakers should consult people from all walks of life before they create rules for artificial intelligence (AI) as the technology’s misuse may lead to harmful consequences, Singapore’s chief AI officer said.

“Policymakers need to humbly adopt a continual learning mindset” to stay up to date with the latest developments and should “learn from experts from academia and industry,” said Ruimin He at a forum during the 2024 World AI Conference on Friday.

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Policymakers should consult diverse groups and adopt a continual learning mindset to stay current with AI developments, as emphasized by Singapore’s chief AI officer.
Singapore launched an AI model governance framework in 2019 and updated it in 2023 to include generative AI, following extensive consultations.
AI policies need to balance beneficial uses with potential harms, addressing issues like bias, privacy, job disruptions, and environmental impact.

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What Happened When

2019：: Singapore was the first country to launch an AI model governance framework to provide businesses and consumers with practical guidelines on the responsible use of AI.

By 2024：: Singapore updated its AI model governance framework to include generative AI following extensive consultations with the international and industry communities.