Better Innovation

Season 7, Ep. 10- Demystifying AI Ethics with Reid Blackman

Jul 22, 2024

Reid Blackman, a prominent figure in AI ethics, dives into the complexities of integrating ethics into AI, emphasizing the importance of ethical considerations in AI development. He discusses the challenges organizations face in navigating AI ethics, the evolution of responsible AI principles, and the significance of analyzing cases of AI gone wrong. Reflecting on philosophical influences, Reid shares advice for younger selves and explores potential areas for AI innovation and ethics in healthcare.

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Quick takeaways

Implementing AI ethics in practice is challenging for leaders.

Boards should prioritize ethics to protect stakeholders beyond shareholders.

Ethical AI programs require actionable initiatives, not just compliance declarations.

Deep dives

Boards and Corporate Responsibility

Corporate boards should prioritize ethics, considering the impact of AI advancements on stakeholders and not solely on shareholders. The Delaware Court's ruling on board responsibility in Boeing's 737 MAX case highlights the need for boards to protect stakeholders beyond shareholders, influencing corporate governance.

Intro

2min

Journey from Philosophy to AI Ethics

6min

Transitioning from Academia to AI Ethics Consultancy

23min

Ethical Considerations in AI Development and Corporate Practices

22min

Evolution of Responsible AI Principles in Organizations

12min

Importance of Analyzing AI Gone Bad and Ethics in Decision-Making

11min

Reflections on Philosophy Books and Advice for a Younger Self

3min

Exploring Potential Areas for AI Innovation and Ethics in Healthcare

2min

Exploring the Intersection of Bioethics and AI Ethics in Healthcare Innovation

3min

As AI rapidly advances, integrating ethical considerations into AI-enabled products, solutions, and business models is essential, however AI practitioners and business leaders report that putting AI ethics into practice is quite daunting. In this episode of Better Innovation, host Jeff Saviano welcomes Reid Blackman, a world-renowned AI ethics leader, author, podcaster, and CEO of Virtue, a digital ethical risk consultancy. Drawing from many leading principles in his book "Ethical Machines," Reid unpacks the complexities of AI ethics and explains why implementing ethics in practice often lags behind other elements of AI adoption. The discussion extends beyond the book to explore how organizations - and their corporate boards in particular -can effectively navigate ethical dilemmas and risk management more broadly. Join this insightful conversation that will broaden, and perhaps even challenge, your understanding of the ethics of AI.

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Better Innovation

Season 7, Ep. 10- Demystifying AI Ethics with Reid Blackman

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Boards and Corporate Responsibility

Inculcating Ethical Practices

Moving Beyond Superficial Declarations

Importance of Establishing Ethical AI Programs in Corporations

Role of Training and Ethical Case Law in AI Ethics Programs

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