Bridging and Sharing AI Innovation in the Global South

Timeline

Status: In-progress

Description

Background

Historically, the Global North has quickly innovated and left the Global South to play catch up. To ensure there is equitable access to AI resources, the Global South needs to be included in conversations with Global North countries. The potential harms from AI misuse will not respect borders, thus, it is essential that all countries are included in conversations about governance and applications of this technology. Collaboration between the Global North and South can help create a more unified understanding of risks and together the countries can work to create international safety standards. AI has opened multiple doors and revolutionized scientific discovery; thus, it is also important that these resources are made accessible worldwide. Through collaboration, Global North and South stakeholders can share ideas about how to maximize potential benefits and mitigate foreseeable risks. As this technology becomes more accessible worldwide, there must be international conversation about the current state and potential of AI.

Objectives

• Mapping of AI regulations in Global North and Global South to understand where there are gaps and overlaps
• International policy recommendations on AI use in sciences
• Risk analysis in Global South and Global North
  • Understanding of current and emerging trends in each region

Deliverables

• White paper addressing findings on AI investment, access, and use
• Policy recommendations that promote innovation in both Global North and South
• Mapping of use and regulations in Global North and South 

Team

Members

Alexandra Salazar Anaya, Youssef Ben Abid, Tamsin Connerly, Andreia Do Amaral Geisen, Jojo Hong, Jane Tomno

Leaders

David Hoffman, Buz Waitzkin, Lily Bermudez, Merritt Cahoon

Sponsors

This project is a part of the AI for Metascience program funded by an unrestricted gift from OpenAI.