Vilas Dhar

This podcast episode delves into inclusive AI development, digital literacy, education of policymakers, public funding for AI Initiatives, reframing fear-based mindsets, diverse voices in decision-making, indigenous data collection, local data training, societal transformation in response to technological advancements, and building technology with purpose beyond profit.

Vilas Dhar, president of the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, dives into the crucial relationship between technology and humanity. He discusses how empowering individuals is essential to regain agency over tech, advocating for a national digital ID system as a first step. The conversation highlights the need for embedding human values in design, while addressing privacy concerns and the preferences for decentralized systems over corporate control. Dhar also emphasizes the importance of education in technology to reshape power dynamics and promote accountability.

Vilas Dhar, president of the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation and a key U.N. advisor on AI, dives into the U.N.'s efforts to tackle the governance of artificial intelligence. He discusses two newly established global institutions aimed at addressing AI's risks and benefits. Dhar advocates for a hopeful governance approach that prioritizes public good and human oversight, while exploring community engagement and ethical principles. He also touches on the environmental impact of AI and the necessity for transparency and regulation.