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What Is Responsible AI? When we talk about responsible AI, we’re referring to the ethical and accountable use of artificial intelligence systems. 1. Transparency - Responsible AI involves making AI systems transparent. Users, stakeholders, and decision-makers should understand how AI models work, their inputs, and outputs. Transparency builds trust and helps address biases. 2. Fairness - AI systems should be fair and unbiased. Developers need to ensure that models don’t discriminate based on race, gender, or other protected characteristics. Regular audits and fairness assessments are essential. 3. Privacy - Protecting user privacy is crucial. Responsible AI respects data privacy laws and ensures that personal information is handled securely. Anonymization techniques and privacy-preserving algorithms play a role here. 4. Explainability - AI decisions should be explainable. Black-box models can be problematic, especially in critical domains like healthcare or finance. Efforts are being made to create interpretable AI models. 5. Accountability - Responsible AI holds developers and organizations accountable for their AI systems. If an AI system makes a mistake, there should be mechanisms to rectify it and learn from it. 6. Human-AI Collaboration - Responsible AI recognizes that humans and AI can complement each other. It’s not about replacing humans but enhancing their capabilities. Responsible AI is a fundamental shift in how we design, deploy, and manage AI systems. By adhering to these principles, we can create AI that benefits society while minimizing risks.  According Boston Consulting Group (BCG) research with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), 62% of experts believe that current AI risk management strategies are not keeping pace. Read here for more insights https://on.bcg.com/4buFwag #ResponsibleAI #EthicsInAI

"AI offers immense potential for efficiency gains, but we must balance these with the inherent risks to ensure responsible deployment." Thank you again to our recent Executive Roundtable led by our featured speaker, David Mahon, experienced Global Chief Information Security Officer and our topic expert, Joe V., Head of Trust & Security from Conveyor, for sharing their expertise and guiding our discussion on navigating AI-driven risk and vendor management! This discussion with an incredible group of attendees offered invaluable insights into managing the complexities of AI integration within business operations, regulatory compliance, and vendor relationships. Some key takeaways:  ➡️ Regulatory Impacts on AI: Staying ahead of regulatory changes is crucial for ensuring responsible and ethical AI use. ➡️ Risk Management and AI Integration: Aligning AI initiatives with business strategies is essential for maximizing value while mitigating risks. ➡️ Trust and Quality of AI Outputs: Building trust through transparency and rigorous validation of AI outputs is vital for stakeholder confidence. ➡️ Operational Efficiencies vs. Risks: Balancing the benefits of AI-driven automation with the associated risks requires robust risk management frameworks and continuous stakeholder education. Read the full Executive Summary here: https://lnkd.in/gqc-rEJB #AI #RiskManagement #Community Anjana Harnoor Kashyap, Beth Sullivan, Chad Strange, MBA, CISSP, Daniel Nahoolewa, David Tyburski, Gilbert Martin, Joseph Kim, John Dunn, Jonathan Angel, Kai Søren W., Kul Bhushan, MBA, CISSP, Maxim Hudaley, CISSP, Tony Durso, Ian Murphy

Great panel about Gen AI and privacy risks management with Jas Johal, Christina Montgomery, Dr Philipp Raether, Kristie Chon Flynn, and Jane. Finlayson-Brown during #dpc23 is being held. Risks: - Over reliance on Gen AI in our every day life; - Scallable misinformation, bias, etc. Adopting Generative AI “Guard Rails”: - Incorporating AI risks into the existing data protection, security and governance risks assessment frameworks is crucial (check NIST AI Risk Management Framework); - AI risks assessment is a team effort, where different teams like data scientists, compliance, legal privacy, and security should be involved. - Foundational questions like data mapping, data retention, data tagging, etc. should be covered.

Exciting Developments in Risk & Compliance: As financial institutions navigate the intricate landscape of risk and compliance, the development of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) heralds a new era of efficiency and precision. From regulatory compliance to cyber risk management, Gen AI is poised to revolutionize key functions across the sector. In embracing Gen AI, financial institutions unlock unparalleled opportunities for innovation and efficiency in risk and compliance. As we have stepped on this transformative journey, collaboration and adaptation will be paramount in harnessing the full potential of this groundbreaking technology. I came across this really interesting article from McKinsey at: http://surl.li/spzcc. Below, I've summarized the emerging applications of Gen AI in the banking sector. #genai #riskmanagement #compliance #innovation #financetechnology

While AI adoption is more prevalent than ever, our Technology Audit Risks Survey reveals that organisations are not prepared for AI risks. Find out why organisations should not wait to prioritise AI risk management preparedness and proficiency. Read our report: https://lnkd.in/g3S9gxyH #Protiviti #IIA #TechAuditRisksSurvey #ITAudit

While AI adoption is more prevalent than ever, our Technology Audit Risks Survey reveals that organisations are not prepared for AI risks. Find out why organisations should not wait to prioritise AI risk management preparedness and proficiency. Read our report: https://lnkd.in/g3S9gxyH #Protiviti #IIA #TechAuditRisksSurvey #ITAudit

The frontiers of risk management and data protection encompass both challenges and opportunities. The integration of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes how we look at risk especially as it relates to sensitive information whilst combatting misinformation. Although AI is a tool widely used to retrieve information, it can cause misinformation to rapidly increase across digital platforms. The risk extends beyond typical data breaches as the manipulation of information whether sensitive or ‘general’ can be leveraged to craft narratives. Recognizing the interconnected nature of these challenges is imperative. Protecting sensitive data demands heightened security measures and innovative strategies. Organizations must not only fortify their defenses against unauthorized access but also implement measures to authenticate and verify the accuracy of the information they handle. The frontiers, therefore, involve navigating the balance between securing sensitive data and countering the escalating wave of misinformation. You may read more about this risk interconnections in the Global Risk Report 2024: https://lnkd.in/e899q3Ea #DataProtection #RiskManagement #SensitiveInformation #Misinformation #DataAccuracy

We can't really evaluate the risks associated with AI (yet) Reading the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) risk management framework AI 100-1 the risk measurement section (1.2.1) says it all: "AI risks or failures that are not well-defined or adequately understood are difficult to measure quantitatively or qualitatively. The inability to appropriately measure AI risks does not imply that an AI system necessarily poses either a high or low risk." The NIST AI framework seeks to solve this problem and it's an exciting development for compliance and security professionals to keep an eye on. This is today's #compliancecounsel