EAG Talks Responsible AI Governance: A Retrospective and Prospective Analysis | Uma Kalkar | EAGxNordics 2025
What does responsible AI governance actually look like on the ground—and how can we influence its future directions? In this talk, Uma Kalkar draws on insights from the Global Index on Responsible AI (GIRAI) to explore global trends shaping the future of AI governance. She explores actionable strategies for those working to ensure AI develops in ways that are safe, inclusive, and aligned.Uma Kalkar is a data governance and AI policy expert. She uses strategic foresight to anticipate long-term risks and opportunities in emerging technologies, supporting democratic decision-making and cooperation in the face of accelerating technological change. Her contributions to civic engagement and technology have been recognized by institutions including the Aspen Institute, Forbes, and the Stanford d.school. Her work has been featured by The Daily Show with Trevor Noah and Global News Canada, and she is a frequent speaker on technology futures. Uma is a Rising Leader Fellow at the Aspen Institute UK, a former Aspen Ideas Fellow, and a former Presidential Fellow at the Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress.