Navigating The Legal Landscape Of AI

Bennett Jones welcomed the opportunity to present a practical, opportunity and risk focused approach to the governance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the board level to the Institute of Corporate Directors. While AI is receiving significant attention currently, and is often considered a rapidly evolving catalyst for market disruption, it is important to view AI with both a governance of technology and a governance of change lens.

Regulatory responses to AI vary globally, with efforts to balance the potential benefits of AI with the need to mitigate risks such as bias, discrimination, and cybersecurity threats. Various jurisdictions are enacting or considering AI-specific laws, while voluntary codes and standards are also being promoted to guide AI development and deployment.