
How to govern AI — even if it's hard to predict | Helen Toner
TED Tech
Transparency and Accountability in AI
The call for increased transparency in AI development emphasizes the necessity for AI companies to disclose their operations, capabilities, and risk management practices. Implementing external audits ensures that companies do not self-evaluate their progress without oversight. Establishing incident reporting mechanisms is crucial for learning from failures, akin to the protocols in aviation and cybersecurity. These measures promote better navigation of AI advancements, allowing for a clear understanding of both positive progress and potential dangers. The ongoing disparity in AI governance suggests a need for balance to prevent the monopolization of AI's benefits by a select few. The transformative possibilities of AI extend far beyond app development, offering solutions to significant global challenges, and each individual has a role in shaping the future of AI as active participants rather than passive data points.