Governments Urged to Establish Guardrails Against AI Threats

A new report released on Thursday emphasizes the urgent need for governments to implement “proper guardrails” to manage the risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI), Arab News reported. Jad Haddad, partner and global head of Quotient, AI by Oliver Wyman, made these remarks at the World Government Summit in Dubai, where the report, titled “AI: A Roadmap for Governments,” was co-launched.

Haddad stressed that while AI has the potential to transform industries and governance, it also poses significant ethical and societal risks. The report calls for decisive action from governments to create frameworks that promote innovation while safeguarding the common good.

With over one-third of the world’s nations already developing national AI strategies, the report positions AI as a strategic technology crucial for global competitiveness. Mohamed Al-Sharhan, managing director of the summit, highlighted the necessity of a unified global response to the challenges posed by AI.

The report serves as a vital resource for policymakers, outlining the complexities of AI adoption. It advocates for collaboration between academic institutions and the private sector, as well as robust regulatory frameworks to protect citizens and ensure equitable access to AI technologies. Haddad warned that without these measures, AI could threaten privacy and democracy on an