AI Monthly: Responsible AI

Dear AI Enthusiasts,

Recent advances in generative AI promise vast rewards but also present complex challenges for the future of AI–not least of which is balancing its enormous potential with ethical, privacy, and safety concerns. As we blaze a path to responsible AI (RAI), I'm eager to see what’s around the next bend.

This month, I've got some cool nuggets to share from?a massive global exec survey ?and some deep chats I’ve had with industry leaders. For example, while nearly 80% of companies are using external AI tools to keep up with their competitors, more than half of all AI flops come from these off-the-shelf tools.

Most of all, one thing is clear: RAI success depends on CEO engagement. CEOs can create a culture that fosters responsible innovation; organizations whose CEOs are deeply engaged in RAI experience a wider range of benefits.

It will take time to see how the landscape evolves so hang onto your hats, because we're in for an exhilarating ride.

Until next time,

Sylvain Duranton?

This Month's Top Reads:

Responsible AI at a Crossroads | BCG and MIT

Companies are eagerly embracing generative AI, relying on third-party AI tools more than ever, but this growing reliance exposes them to the same commercial, legal, and reputational risks as in-house developed AI. BCG's new research with MIT explains how a robust responsible AI program can help mitigate these risks while creating new opportunities.

AI at Work: What People are Saying | BCG X

BCG X surveyed nearly 13,000 frontline employees, managers, and leaders across 18 countries to understand AI’s impact on the workplace and how sentiments have evolved over the past 5 years. The results? 71% of respondents believe that the benefits of generative AI outweigh the risks, but they want to make sure the risks are managed responsibly.

Why Ethical AI Requires a Future-Ready and Inclusive Education System | World Economic Forum

The recent development of generative AI has led to a surge in adoption of AI across a wide range of industries, and it’s now time to act on inclusive and future-ready education systems that pave the way for a more equitable future.

Managing the Risks of Generative AI | Harvard Business Review

How can organizations manage the risks of generative AI when it is evolving so rapidly? Salesforce's Ethical AI Practice team shares an ethical framework to help businesses navigate deploying generative AI in a safe and structured way.

Today’s AI Models Flunk EU’s Draft Rules, Study Finds | Axios

Following the EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act aimed at providing regulatory framework for AI, a team of Stanford researchers is warning that leading AI models are non-compliant with responsible AI standards.

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