The Lawfare Podcast Lawfare Daily: Mark Chinen on International Human Rights Law as a Framework for AI Governance
Oct 23, 2024
Mark Chinen, a Professor at Seattle University School of Law specializing in international human rights law, dives into the intersection of human rights and AI governance. He discusses the potential of international human rights law to confront AI challenges and the implications of the Council of Europe AI treaty. The conversation emphasizes the necessity for enforceable rights, global norms, and community involvement to safeguard individual freedoms against the backdrop of advancing AI technologies.
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AI Governance: A Fractal Geometry
- AI governance is emerging internationally and transnationally, mirroring national and regional efforts.
- Different governance layers, from firms to international bodies, utilize similar tools and actors.
Human Rights and AI: Points of Conflict
- International human rights law offers principles and specific legal rights relevant to AI.
- AI applications can conflict with rights to privacy, due process, participation in government, and even the right to life.
The Dual Role of Human Rights Law
- International human rights law serves as overarching principles, informing specific AI norms.
- It also has a harder legal edge, enabling accountability for violations.