The Public Sector Show by TechTables #185: Seattle on Managing the 'AI Glitter Bomb'
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FEATURING:
* Ginger Armbruster, Chief Privacy Officer, City of Seattle IT
* Ed Odom, Race and Social Justice Lead, City of Seattle IT
* Ana LaNasa-Selvidge, Organizational Change Management Lead, City of Seattle IT
* Greg Smith, Chief Information Security Officer, City of Seattle IT
* Michael Cruz, Director of Data and AI, SLED, Microsoft
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:
* How the City of Seattle is approaching AI adoption with a focus on responsible use, data privacy, and equity.
* The unique privacy challenges AI poses for city governments, especially concerning data protection and maintaining public trust.
* Why organizational change management is essential for the successful implementation of new technologies and securing employee buy-in.
* Strategies for identifying and addressing potential biases in AI systems and guaranteeing equitable service delivery for all communities.
* The importance of collaboration and transparent communication in navigating the complexities of AI and cybersecurity in the public sector.
LINKS MENTIONED
* Department of Homeland Security's AI Safety and Security Board
* City of Seattle Privacy Program
* Seattle Race and Social Justice Initiative
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