Ethical AI? How We Can Shape a Responsible Future | Ravit Dotan

In this episode, guest Dr. Ravit Dotan discusses AI, tech ethics, and their impact on society. She highlights the importance of governing AI responsibly and the need to move conversations on AI ethics from talk to action. The conversation starts with the discussion of Google's decision to get rid of AI ethics experts and the implications for the company. Dr. Dotan acknowledges that while it's a negative signal, sometimes these ethics teams are used for ethics washing, so it's better to know where the company stands. The conversation then shifts to Elon Musk's call for a moratorium on AI development until ethics are figured out, and the idea that being socially beneficial is a two-way street. Dr. Dotan explains that the intended use of the technology and the unintended consequences are important factors in determining its societal impact. The example of AI being used in mortgage loan decisions is discussed, where unintended consequences led to increased discrimination. Dr. Dotan emphasizes the importance of using AI in the right way to mitigate biases and improve societal outcomes. The conversation then transitions to the life sciences field, specifically clinical trial recruitment and the lack of diversity in trials. The question is raised whether AI can help with recruitment while maintaining or increasing diversity. Dr. Dotan explains that it's possible if AI is used ethically and that companies can strive for both cost-effectiveness and diversity. The trade-off between cost and diversity is acknowledged, but Dr. Dotan argues that companies can find a sweet spot by aligning diversity with revenue. If a product works well for people of various backgrounds, it increases the customer base. The discussion further explores the procurement process and the challenges of obtaining data sources from AI vendors. While companies may be hesitant to disclose proprietary data, there is still room to negotiate and make demands regarding responsibility, diversity, and privacy in contracts. In summary, the episode delves into the intersection of AI, ethics, and societal impact. It emphasizes the need for responsible governance of AI and highlights the importance of considering both intended uses and unintended consequences of AI technologies. While there are trade-offs between cost-effectiveness and diversity, companies can strive for both by aligning diversity with revenue and making informed choices in the procurement process. Overall, the conversation aims to move beyond mere discussion and take action to ensure AI technologies have a positive and beneficial impact on society. Don’t want to miss an interview? Sign up for our newsletter- https://darshantalks.com/ #AIethics #EthicalAI #ResponsibleAI #AIresponsibility #TechnologyEthics #EthicalTechnology #AIimpact #AIaccountability #AItransparency #AIgovernance #AIregulation #EthicsinTech #TechEthics #AIandHumanity #EthicalInnovation #darshantalks #dt #kulkarnilawfirm #klf #recentrecap Disclaimers: This discussion is provided for general educational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice, regulatory advice, or medical advice. Listening to this video or otherwise depending on discussions in this video do not, in any way, create an attorney attorney-client relationship.