Vietnam among pioneers in responsible technology development: Singaporean site
In an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is advancing at a rapid pace, Vietnam is taking steps to ensure that its AI development is ethical and socially responsible.
At the launch of the Ethnical AI Committee in Vietnam. (Photo: vinasa.org.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) – In an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is advancing at a rapid pace, Vietnam is𝕴 taking steps to ensure that its AI development is ಌethical and socially responsible, according to an article recently published on Singaporean site opengovasia.com.
The article said the Vietnam Software and IT Services Association (VINASA) has unveiled the formation of the AI Ethics Committee. The move places Vietnam firmly on the map of nations taking proactive measures to ensure that AI responsibly benefits society.
This committee’s primary mission is to guide the nation’s AI journey, ensuring that it not only adheres to ethical principles but also fosters innovation and aligns with societal values.
The AI Ethics Committee will play a crucial role in shaping Vietnam’s AI policies, developing risk assessment standards, and advising the government on AI-related matters.
It will also act as a bridge for international cooperation in AI, ensuring that the country stays aligned with global efforts to create ethical frameworks for the emerging technology.
Professor Yoshua Bengio, who is the founder of the AI research institute Mila in Canada, expressed his support for the initiative, noting that the establishment of the committee was a significant step towards ensuring that Vietnam’s AI future adheres to global standards of transparency, accountability, and societal benefit.
He praised the country’s effort to take an ethical approach to AI development, which he believes is essential for fostering public trust and confidence in the technology.
With AI increasingly playing a central role in shaping the future, Vietnam’s AI Ethics Committee marks a critical step in ensuring that the country’s AI development is both innovative and ethically sound. As the global landscape continues to evolve, Vietnam’s approach to AI ethics may serve as a model for other nations looking to navigate the complexities of this transformative technology, the Singaporean site said./.
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